Hermando DePaoli

Memorial Day Ironbottom Sound and MM1Martin Marty DePaoli USN

They call it Ironbottom Sound" (alternatively Iron Bottom Sound or Ironbottomed Sound) it is the name given by Allied sailors to Savo Sound, near Guadalcanal.
My father, Marty, has a strong connection to what happened there.
During the late 1930s my father, MM1 Marty DePaoli, served four years in the Navy as a machinist mate on board USS Quincy (CA-39), which was a United States Navy New Orleans class heavy...

Dad was quite the Notre Dame Football fan. He cheered loud during the games at home that he watched on TV. He also was present at the UCLA basketball streak stop game. January 19, 1974 ND won 71-70. We also attended the ND-Navy football game then.

I miss you Dad! You were always there for me and helped me and my family immensely. I hope I can live the rest of my life guided by your example.

Thank you for remembering our Dad. He was a wonderful father and we miss him very much. We were so blessed to have such great parents, and we hope they are rejoicing in heaven.

Although I did not know Mr. DePaoli personally, I grew up hearing his name frequently in our household because of my father's work relationship with him. My father was very fond of him and I'm sure that my Dad, Donald Grubb, will miss him greatly. My prayers go out to his family and friends and may you find comfort or solace that he is with our Lord. God Bless, Marilyn Long

One of the finest personal friends I and my family had the honor of sharing life's journey. As a thirty year co-worker 'Marty' personally guided me in becoming a tradesman,a leader in a trade union,a better family man, and awareness of the love of God and the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Margaret and I extend our sympathy to all.

Dear Rosemary, Sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father. May his soul Rest in Peace.