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USS Tarawa LHA-1 Reunion

Taps

"On behalf of a grateful nation and a proud Navy, I present this flag to you in recognition of your years of honorable and faithful service to your country."

Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep
Its own appointed limits keep;
Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee,
For those in peril on the sea!
Amen

Note: CLICK HERE, if you would like to remember a fallen crewmember from the USS Tarawa LHA-1. I will add your memory to the TAPS Page.

1985 to 1989 - Timothy John Avazian - I am letting you know that Timothy Avazian, SK2, USN on the USS Tarawa LHA-1, suddenly passed away on 11 January 2011. Thank you, Thomas

US Navy Operation Desert Storm- Timothy John Avazian (USS Tarawa) 52 Another Sailor Passes too Soon:Timothy John Avazian, 52 of Gallatin, died suddenly at home on January 12, 2011. He was formerly from Red Oaks Mill.

Tim was born in Kingston, NY on April 30, 1958 to the late John F. Avazian and Jean (McCarthy) Avazian. He graduated from Roy C. Ketcham HS in 1977 and went on to Dutchess, New Paltz, Marist and Hudson Valley CC to receive his degrees in Accounting and Machinery (CAD). He served in the US Navy during Desert Storm on the USS Tarawa LHA-1 proudly. He was also a member of the K of C in Wappinger Falls. He was employed by Stanfordville Machine as a Tool and Die Maker, a C & C operator and machinist.

Tim pursued a plethera of hobbies including, but not limited to, raising animals, motorcycle riding, car repair, volunteer work, bartering and trying new things with adventure at heart. He was a partner in the Avazian/Baccomo sausage company. His family past and present meant the world to Tim. He was indebted to his friend Bill for 19 years of sober living. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to all!

On June 14, 1997 he married Colleen McGhee. Mrs. Avazian survives at home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters Anita McGhee, Megan, Erin and Heidi Burch. He was the very proud grandfather of JayAnn Burch. Timmy is also survived by brother Daniel Avazian , sisters Karen Andersson and husband Ron, Kimberly Baccomo and husband Phil. Nephews, Keith and Eric Hanford along with nieces Eva Andersson and Stephanie Hanford, Cousins Pamela Mosher and Cindy and John Buckley. Many more cousins in Florida and Down Under in Australia. He was predeceased by both his parents and a brother Michael Avazian in 2004.

A memorial service will be held in Timothy’s honor on Monday January 17, 2011 at Peck & Peck Funeral Home, Pine Plains, NY from 4 to 7 pm. All are welcome to come celebrate his life. Following the service the family will hold a gathering at their home.

Published in the DESERT STORM OBITUARIES January 19, 2011

PRECOMM to 1979 - Kent Bishop - My brother, Kent Bishop, passed away a few years back. He was an Operations Specialist on the Tarawa. I was an Electricians Mate on the Tarawa from 1979 to 1983. Thank you, Todd Bishop

1980 to 1984 - William (Bill) Woolsey - I want to give an update on one of the Tarawa's crew members. My uncle, William (Bill) Woolsey, was on the USS Tarawa LHA-1 in the early 1980's. He died July 2008.

He loved being a part of the Tarawa. He told me all sorts of facts and stories about the ship. And, he proudly wore a USS Tarawa cap. In fact, he only wore it for special occasions because he didn't want to wear it out too soon (his words).

I know he would have made every effort to come to the reunion. The Tarawa was one of the best parts of his life. I wish your group a most successful and memorable reunion.

Note: CLICK HERE, if you would like to remember a fallen crewmember from the USS Tarawa LHA-1. I will add your memory to the TAPS Page.