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for Edward Kellogg
M B
June 24, 2017
We both left the Mare Island and the Navy in 1984. My departure was based on my own careless and immature undoing. I could tell he always wanted to help me ease my demons, but that ship had sailed long before Mare Island. I always knew Captain Kellogg as a deeply religious, fair, and just man. He had a significant impact on me, as you just don't meet men of his caliber often in life. Rest in peace.
Harold Anderson
July 4, 2015
Ned was good to SHARK as we overhauled at Mare Island. It was a pleasure working with him.
CAPT Hal Anderson, USN (Ret)
March 21, 2014
I served on Enterprise from 1966-1970. Commander Kellogg came on board from the submarine service to be our Reactor Officer. He initially wore his "poopie suit" but we finally got him to wear his kakis. He was an enlisted mans officer. Always respectful while being very demanding. I was his mechanical training petty officer and worked in his office area so I got to know him very well. Fond memories. At department parties he let us catch him and dunk him in the iced soda tubs. After I graduated from college I interviewed at Electric Boat where he was CO of the Narwhall. I got to see him and his only comment was "Viviano you need a haircut". I loved the man!
Fair wind and following sea Sir.
Richard R. Viviano, MM1
Aiken, SC
Captain Philip Palmer, USN (Ret)
December 9, 2013
Ned and I served together in USS ENTERPRISE. We were on opposite sides of the engineering bulkhead, he as Reactor Department Head and I as MPA in the Engineering Department. Still, he was a mentor who contributed greatly to my maturing as a Naval Officer. He embodied what John Paul Jones cited as the hallmark of the professional Naval Officer - meticulous attention to detail. He set high standards to which he held himself first and foremost. Nevertheless he was approachable and personable. I admire him greatly.
Pat Schwartz
November 17, 2013
Sorry to hear of Ned'ss passing. I served as a #2 plant reactor mechanic from 1967 - 1971. Then Commnder Kellogg treated us like family and cared for all the crew.He listened and patiently addressed issues in a most professional manner. God be with you and all our other navy shipmates as you sail the heavens.
Bob Foley
November 15, 2013
I am sorry to hear of this death. I served with him on the Enterprise. We affectionately referred to him as Captain Crunch... the cereal. He was a true gentleman. I was an enlisted man who worked on the reactor side of #2 plant and had occasion to speak with the then Commander individually a few times, and always felt treated with respect, even when I had messed up in some way. I have missed not seeing him at the recent fire reunions, and am sure that tragedy affected him as it did all of us. As the Irish blessing goes, I'm sure he was in Heaven hours before the Devil knew he was dead !
Lash Hansborough
November 15, 2013
Ned Kellogg was my boss on the Enterprise for all three years after I came aboard as an Ensign in 1967. Ned was one of the shapers of my life in that he gave me a great deal of responsibility by placing me in charge (Station Officer) of #4 propulsion plant as a LTJG when the other three Station Officers were LCDRs. Ned was very demanding of others on the Big E, but I saw the stress he was under and knew he expected no less from himself than he did from others. During the refueling in 1969-1970, the pressure on Ned was constant and extremely intense. I'm not sure how he survived, but I did see Ned's hair go from brown to grey in less than a year. I can't say I really knew Ned away from the Big E because our social lives rarely crossed. Aboard, there were times when I greatly disagreed with him, but Ned was always courteous and correct with me. I knew Ned to be a true gentleman. I also knew I did not want his job as Reactor Officer - ever! His was a job with a huge responsibility. Ned made every effort to make us 20-something whipper-snappers realize that we too were responsible for our actions. Perhaps that is why Commander Kellogg's nickname amongst the Snipes was "Captain Crunch." But Ned was an excellent leader in that he never attempted to be a pal. He knew his position of responsibility did not allow that.
I was not surprised to learn that Ned became an Episcopal Priest after he retired from the USN. His service in the church was an expression of the other side of his personality that some of us could discern, the desire to help people. May God bless you Ned. You have done your duty well, and I thank you for your service to us. Rest well. And may God also bless you Margaret for always being there for a mighty fine, if stern and extremely stubborn, gentleman.
Very Respectfully,
Lash Hansborough
Captain, USNR (ret)
Bob Kater
November 14, 2013
Rest in Peace Captain, Never knew you but you were a shipmate aboard the Enterprise during the 1969 cruise. Staying at your post and keeping us headed in to the winds to prevent spreading of the fire was of utmost importance to saving the ship. Job well done sir.
CAPT Martin Hanson, USN (Ret)
November 14, 2013
I worked for him as Reactor Mechanical Assistant on Enterprise. His attention to my training was awesome. He taught me so much about helping others and leadership by example all the time I was with him. Probably the best leader I ever served.
Mike Neville
November 14, 2013
Dear Kellogg Family,
I have just today learned of Captain Kellogg's passing. I served aboard the USS Enterprise CVA(N)-65 in 1968 and 1969 when then Commander Kellogg was the Reactor Officer. Because of our differing duties in such a large command, our paths never crossed while I was aboard. I had the pleasure of meeting Captain Kellogg for the first time at the inaugural reunion of the USS Enterprise Fire Veterans in Pearl Harbor in 2004, where he officiated at our memorial service in the midst of a vicious tropical storm. Because of my membership in the fire reunion group over the years I have met many shipmates from Engineering and to a man they all have the highest regard for Captain Kellogg as an officer and as a man.
Fair winds and following seas, Captain.
Jim Jeisel
November 9, 2013
I had the honor of serving with then Commander Kellogg on USS Enterprise in the late 60's. Just learned of his passing and am saddened. I was an enlisted Nuke in Engineering Division, not his Reactor Division, but our paths crossed often enough for me to know he was a great man. At our Enterprise Fire Reunion in Hawaii in 2004 I recall him leading us in prayer during the midst of a tropical downpour and also standing next to him when we visited the USS Arizona Memorial. I am better for having known him.
Fr. Jack Wehrs
September 26, 2013
I thank you Ned for our times together as prayer partners in Cursillo, as partners in ministry in San Diego. You are a true servant of the Lord. We had great times together and I thank you for our time together.
Chaplain Ray Fritz
September 24, 2013
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our sincere condolences to Stephen, Joyce, and Carolyn and all of Ned's family and friends. May God whisper peace into your hearts, comfort and heal them. We are grateful for CAPT Kellogg's long and distinguished service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our “Brother of the Dolphin” we say "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
September 23, 2013
I first met Captain Kellogg when I married into the family. I was immediately impressed with the man, with his family, with his naval career and the rank that he rose to. But I was really impressed when this man of great power and distinction became a man of God. Actually, he didn't become a man of God. He was always a man of God. He could have kicked back and enjoyed the legacy of a tremendous naval career but he knew the most important work was ahead of him. God has an extra nice mansion for you in his heavenly kingdom, Captain Kellogg .................Mike Watney
Doug & Carolyn Coil
September 18, 2013
We have such wonderful memories of Ned and all the family from our days together in Gales Ferry. And what a fantastic surprise it was when he arrived at our house to be our guest during a National Cursillo meeting in Atlanta. I (Carolyn) am so glad I got to see him again two or three years ago when I was in San Diego. We send love and prayers to all the Kellogg family.
Suzy Brown
September 18, 2013
Ned will be missed. What a wonderful man, who touched a lot of lives. He was always serving others.
Judy Brown
September 15, 2013
We were honored to have him serve at St. Alban's in El Cajon. His joy & humor will be missed. Blessings to your family.
Lt. Darryl Peralta USN (ret)
September 15, 2013
Fair winds and following seas Father Ned. Thanks for your caring when I had a sudden illness. All of us in Cursillo will miss you!
Dean Saragian
September 12, 2013
Captain Kellogg was my first Commanding Officer on the USS Narwhal (SSN-671) and played a very important roll in my career. He will always be held in the highest regards in my life! My deepest regrets for your loss...he will be sorely missed but never forgotten!
Fred Needham
September 11, 2013
Capt Kellogg was my first CO on the USS NARWHAL SSN 671 and I remember him fondly as a fair and honest man. RIP Capt, Fair Winds and Following Seas!
John Henry McArdle
September 9, 2013
Condolences to the family and friends of Captain Kellogg. Steve Stone was one of my shipmates on Narwhal and I recall him speaking fondly of Captain Kellogg on many occasions. Captain Kellogg obviously set the bar high not only for those who served under him, but also for those who followed. John Henry McArdle EM2 (SS), USS Narwhal (1976-1980)
Michael DeRosa
September 9, 2013
Was the Captain of my first submarine - held him in highest regard with ultimate respect. May God hold him close.
September 9, 2013
I served on Narwhal just after he was relieved. Capt. Kellogg left a positive impression on that ship. God blessed him with a wonderful life.
September 9, 2013
I echo steve stones words,and feel Neds fingers on my shoulder still as we tracked the growing red menace in the early seventies. A good man and c.o.
September 9, 2013
Dear Margaret,
I am very sorry to hear about Ned. I'm not sure if you remember me, we were next door neighbors at Pearl Harbor in 1954-55 when we were expecting out first babies. Jack died in 2005 and I am now living in Carmel. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. Karen Hargrove
Marianne Lane
September 9, 2013
Fr. Kellogg was very nice to us when my grandmother was in the hospital. I have never forgotten that. I tried to tell him that at an Episcopal event once, but I don't know if he really understood how much that meant to us.
Steve Stone
September 9, 2013
Margaret + Ned's Children & Grandchildren,
I've been dreading this news for years now. Ned Kellogg was one of my "fathers" from my early Navy days. He kept me safe at sea for many voyages. His experitise and vigilance allowed me to feel comfortable enough under water to sleep. Ned was seriously intoverted in those days, and perhaps so for all of his life. But, he was a truly good and decent human being. I enjoyed the few visits I had with him in later years, and regret that I didn't have many more.
Peace and God's blessings to you all.
Steve Stone
USS NARWHAL '72-'77
Nick Nichols
September 8, 2013
To Margaret and Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Ned's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Ned will always be remembered as a “Brother of the Phin” and a great Patriot.
CAPT(SS) Edward ‘Ned' S. Kellogg III
US Navy Retired
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain
Craig and Gigette Caldwell
September 8, 2013
Our sympathies to the Kellogg family on your loss. I worked for CAPT Kellogg at Naval Station, Mare Island in the mid 1980's. I enjoyed his professional and forward-thinking demeanor. He always took actions that improved the quality of life for our sailors It was a pleasure to know him and Margaret on a personal level, too. I'll always remember their mansion along "Captain's Row" at Mare Island and the cozy dinners we shared there. God Bless you all. Wishing Ned "Fair Winds and Following Seas!"
Denver McCune
September 8, 2013
Ned was a good friend, a remarkable Naval Officer, an inspirational and helpful gentleman, and an honor to have known and served with. He is missed and loved.
September 8, 2013
One of the sweetest memories we have of St. Paul's is due to Ned's gentle way of handling a situation that could have been very awkward during a Saturday night communion service. My husband and I still remember that evening even though it has been years...and smile.
Valerie Goodpaster
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