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Karl Priest
December 28, 2025
I served with Tom on a very interesting navy ship. For details, see https://www.insectman.us/ghosts-of-the-east-coast.htm.
A couple of times, we hitchhiked over 400 miles (each way) from Norfolk to Charleston for a 72-hour liberty. A story about it is at https://www.insectman.us/misc/going-home.htm.
He was a fantastic friend and fellow sailor.
After our service time he was a great help to me by using his business skills.
Tom (it was his idea) took the picture which I cherish. It is when my parents came to visit.
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William Melton
December 11, 2025
A friend for more than 40 years. A true gentleman who will be missed.
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