From Brian Cartmell of CA  
17 Mar 2008

My Dad flew blimps in Weeksville and Key West

From: George Estock of MS  
28 Feb 2008

I reported aboard ZP-2 in 1949 as an Aviation Radioman third Class. I flew in the K ships as a crewman until 1951, whe4n I was transferred to ZP-4 in Elezabeth City North Carolina. After a tour in Pensacola Florida, I returned to Lakehurst to be part of the commissioning crew of ZW-1. Tom McLaughlin and I flew in the first ZPG-2W ship, evaluating the new search and height finding radars. After OpEvals were completed I flew as lead flight technician. After B School and OCS, I was out of Lighter than Air forever, but I still have fond memories of it. I lived in Herndon Park, and my oldest son was born in the Lakehurst Dispensary.

From: Tim Holt of CA  
22 Feb 2008

My Father was a civilian machinist working in Hangar 1 during WWII and after. I visited the base weekly as a kid. I have a 1953 NAS yearbook if anyone would like to purchase it from me. . timholt@sonic.net

From: John Neal of CA  
19 Feb 2008

I was born on the Base in Lakehurst New Jersey, May 6 1954. My Grandfather, Patrick Dowling ( Boatsman mate)was working under the Hindenburg when it caught fire.A birthday doesn't go by that I think of my Grandfather and the tragedy that occurred that day. My Grandfather did survive, and my Cousins,Brother and Sister, Mother, Aunts and Uncles, some were present, still talk about what had happened that day.

From Bob Potts (Potoczniak) of OH  
10 Feb 2008

Am trying to locate Massey (first name not recalled) an AE1 and a Richard Brown ,AT2 both of whom were in ZP-3 around 1950-51. I served with them in VR-24 in Port Lyautey. Massey ended up in VR-25, Blackbush, London, in '52. Any help would be appreciated. Bob Potts bobpotts@roadrunner.com

From: Robert Blauth of NJ  
10 Feb 2008

I was assigned to Lakehurst ZW-1 1958-1959. I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone in my squad at that time. Thank this site is great!!

From: Harold R Wandle of OR   
24 Jan 2008

i was statinoed at the rigger school from 1960 to 1965. during my tour i was in charge of the sport program. i also worked in the mess hall. maybe ther is someone left from school. i am 79 years old. i woul appreciated hearing from anyone. thank you

From: Gregory Glod of MD   
20 Jan 2008

My father, Stanley Arthur Glod first assignment was 1940 at the Navy was at Lakehurst Naval Air Station. After the attack on Pear Harbor he was immediatly sent to the Pacific where he sereved on the USS Mississippi and the USS Rockey Mount and was decorated for his action at Siapan, Borneo, Guam, Marianas Strait, Lettye Gulf and the Philippine Sea to name a few.

After the War he severved in the 6th fleet in the Med. His last assignment of his 20 year career was at Lakehurst where he retired as a Chief Petty Officer in 1958. He was well known for ability in Golf winning many tournaments playing out of the Lakehurst Golf Course, winning many amateur tournaments in the USA, Europe, and the Pacific during the late 40's through the 60's.

I was born in Toms River during my Father's last assignment in Lakehurst. My mother and father had many fond memories of Lakehurst anf Toms River. I brought them back after nearly 40 years since they had last left in 1958, it eas a very memorable day for both of them.

Thank you all for your efforts maintaining the history of Naval Air Station and it's contribution to our Nation.

From: Harold R Wandle of OR   
08 Jan 2008

i served in the army for 30 years. i also served and retired from civil service for 16 years. during my army carrer i was stationed at fortlee qm rigger school for five years . 1960 to 1965. i was in the occupation of japan in 1951. i was with the 25th inf div in 1966 to 1967. i hope that someone will see my comments and send me an e-mail. i am getting older every day now i am 79. thank you msg harold r. wandle ret