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Brown Water Navy and Blue Water also. Have been married for 45 years! I have four daughters and nine grandchildren. Lost my first born son from birth defect related to Agent Orange at 20 months. I am a Catholic Deacon and nursing home Chaplain. Retired in 2010 from heavy highway construction after Agent Orange caught with me! You can leave Vietnam but it never leaves you!
Military Experiences
Apr 1969 - Dec 1973
Lead Mechanic
Test all rebuilt engine before installing in PBR’s , responsible for 30 PBR’s and Seal Team Boat! Training Vietnamese sailors on repair and rebuilding GM Diesels.
Deployments
(1 year, 3 months)Dec 1971 - Feb 1973
USS Luiceno ATF 156
En 2 in charge Auxiliary Division, certified Diesel Engine inspector and part of inspection team for all tows by ATF 156.
Military Credentials
Professional Development Schools
Apr 1972 - May 1972
Diesel Inspection School
Certifications
1972
Air conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
Academic Degrees
Academic Degrees
Ordained Catholic Deacon
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