Harry Hackett Ferrier Sr.

What a lucky nation we were to have men like CDR Ferrier and all the other brave aircrew from VT-8 and the other squadrons back then.

Rest In Peace

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Today, with a heavy heart, I learned of the passing of CDR Harry H. Ferrier, military leader, and patriot. As a young petty officer, in my first Navy squadron, CDR Ferrier was my mentor, inspiration, and role model. Thanks in large measure to his sterling example, I eventually rose through the enlisted rate structure, to become a commissioned officer. A living legend, he exuded a quiet assurance, and confidence, borne out of the experience of having "been there, and done that." It has...

If our country were not blessed with brave young men such as Harry in early 1942, we might all be speaking Japanese today. On June 5th 1942, they took off from Midway Island against long odds knowing that they were all we had available. Later, his squadron went to Guadalcanal to operate on short rations with airplanes they were keeping together with parts removed from wrecks. Harry not many people understand what a hero you really are. I salute you sir.

It was a Great Honor having Harry be apart of my Navy Retirement ceremony and to have you sign my CPO Charge book. I enjoyed the time spent with you at Regency. AT EASE COMMANDER.... YOU HAVE BEEN RELIEVED! You will be greatly missed!

One last time to say "Thank you for your service" to Harry, one of America's finest patriots. But my personal favorite memory of Harry was the afternoon he came to Oak Harbor Methodist Church when our handbell choir held a Christmas "Chime In" to teach people how to ring our chimes. He was always young in heart and eager to try something new.

Like i always told you, Commander... You are my hero! It was an honor to have known you and to have cared for you. You battle no longer, Sir! Rest in Peace! My thoughts and prayers to Susan and Harry Jr. and the entire Ferrier family.