USS Colonial LSD-18 Association

PROUD TO HAVE SERVED TO OUR COUNTRY FOR 25 YEARS

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Do you remember:
KENNETH DUTTARER?
We have received word that Ken passed away on June 14th, their 56th Wedding Anniversary, after an extended battle with complications of kidney failure. Ken and Virginia appreciated very much the friendships with the Colonial family and looked forward to the reunions. Ken will be missed by all who knew him.

Joe Perry?
CDR Oct. 1960-Aug. 1962
t has been confirmed that Cdr Joe Perry passed away on 10 June 2009 in Chulu Vista, California. He would have been 93 on July 3rd. A military funeral was held at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery on June 17th..

Steve Hartman?
EM-3, 1968-1970
He requested help in securing photos from the China Beach party durng the last WESTPAC of that time period. GOOD NEWS: Steve has informed us that he has received 100% disability for Agent Orange/prostate cancer and is undergoing treatment. He is living in Montana.

This is the official website of the USS Colonial LSD-18 Association. It is dedicated to all of the shipmates who served aboard the Colonial during its term of activation. Here you will find information of our annual Reunions (held every September), documents and photos relating to the history of the ship and the US Navy Amphibious Operations, resources to help in obtaining Service Records and Medals, and contact information regarding the Association officers and members. Please let us know if you have information about the USS Colonial, any of her missions, crew or officers that you would be willing to share.

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USS Colonial, Subic Bay, Philippian Islands 1966. Photo courtesy of Dick Leonhardt, US Navy, Retired.