Notes

 

Well done to Gordon Banks and the Tarheel Base for arranging this year’s dinner. The location was excellent as well as the great meal provided. There were 80 attendees at the dinner.

On display and mentioned were the numerous national awards won by Tarheel Base, Carolina Piedmont Base and members of both Bases.

The S-28 ship's flag was obtained and displayed by Bill Whelan. He also displayed a large flag with submarine dolphins on it.

Scott Powell setup and presented the POW/MIA Table.

Dick Kanning presented 3 South East District One Commander’s Awards this year to:
1. Individual – Jerry Leppart for his determination and success of our DMV license plate.
2. Individual – Jim Myers for his long time efforts on and for the Mk-14 torpedo and associated trailer.
3. Base/Group – Subvettes of the Carolina Piedmont Base for their civic and patriotic activities and donations.

Pat Collins’ daughter Cynthia Brown and her two children were guests of the Nat Greene Base at the dinner. The family was presented with a “shadow box” containing mementoes of Pat’s Navy career. Pat recently died; his daughter Cynthia drove him to these Dinners for several years.

Bill Andre, the South East Regional Director was our special guest this year. This was the first time that the NC Subvets have been visited by a regional director. He swore in the new base offices for the Nat Greene and Tarheel Bases.

Jim Myers presented a belt buckle with special meaning to George Bass, WWII veteran.

And the star of the whole show, the Tolling of the Boats Ceremony itself! It is always meaningful. Wayne Powell had placed the 52 submarine silhouettes and candles on tables. During the ceremony, each candle was blown out its submarine name was called.

Door Prizes were made interesting by Jim Myers; not an easy task. Thanks to you who donated items.

The 50/50 Raffle was handled by Henry Hagwood with his usual charm and efficiency. Jerry “Patch” Paciorek was the winner.