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The document summarizes the burial at sea ceremony conducted aboard the USS Carl Vinson to honor and lay to rest the remains of 20 deceased service members. It describes the religious aspects of the ceremony, words from commanding officers, and the pouring of ashes into the sea accompanied by rifle salute, taps, and prayers. Sailors in attendance found it a humbling way to honor those who served their country.

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VOL 1 / NO 34 July 28, 2010 Honoring the Fallen Story by MCSN Zachary D. Bell most of us were born. USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer As the ceremony continued, ashes were poured into the sea accompanied by words and prayers of farewell. Then the rifle team conducted a 3 gun volley salute, followed by taps and a Carl Vinson honored twenty servicemembers by laying their closing prayer. remains to rest in the Pacific Ocean July 25. Command Chaplain Lt. Gregory Hazlett, the Committal The ritual of burial at sea is an ancient one, dating back to the Officer for the burial, delicately committed the ashes to the sea. early days of sail. Families of Mariners and Sailors view it as a I was struck by the fact that when we did the burial at sea means to follow their loved ones final wishes. It also provides everything stopped on board so we could honor those 20 active-duty Sailors the opportunity to bid farewell to one of their servicemembers, said Hazlett. The ship was turned to adjust to own. The twenty servicemembers were Catholics and Protestants, the wind and the entire crew stood by, operationally speaking, to Sailors, soldiers, Marines and airmen. honor the service of those people. Its very humbling. Command Chaplain Cmdr. Keith Shuley recited words and The families of the deceased were not physically present, but prayers of farewell as the 10 Catholic servicemembers were laid they will receive the navigational charts showing where the burial to rest. took place. It is a time-honored tradition to give respect and pay tribute Religious Program Specialist Seaman Jesse Seward participated to those who served faithfully, honorably, and in many cases, in the ceremony by preparing urns to be passed down to heroically, said Shuley. So its my privilege to play a role in the Hazlett. ceremony. My family has a lot of military roots so its a very emotional The ceremony began with Chaplains reciting prayers and experience, said Seward. I was honored to be a part of the scriptures. Commanding Officer Capt. Bruce Lindsey honored ceremony, knowing that Im handling the remains of veterans the fallen with opening remarks. who have served our country. Todays ceremony is one of many we will conduct during my This was Hazletts first burial at sea and he encourages other tenure as commanding officer. I believe this ceremony is a fitting Sailors to come and honor their brothers in arms at future tribute to the honor of the countrys veterans and to pause and ceremonies. reflect on how the service to our country becomes one of the The ceremony is a beautiful thing that shows that the Navy most important life events for those who have served long before takes care of its own, in life and in passing. The Carl Vinson Voice is an internal document produced by and for the crew of the USS Carl Vinson and their families. Its contents do not neces- sarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government or the Departments of Defense or the Navy and do not imply any endorsement thereby. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary D. Bell
2 Carl Vinson Voice NCPACE Leads Sailors to Success By MC3 Patrick Green USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer For Sailors motivated to enhance their careers, college is a good way to do so. At sea, Carl Vinson is working to provide Sailors with an opportu- nity to learn. The Educational Services Office (ESO) is bringing college to Vinson Sailors through Navy College Pro- gram for Af loat College Education (NCPACE). NCPACE is an eight-week course given by accredited professors during deployment, giving Sailors a chance to start or continue their education while on the ship. NCPACE is a program developed for the Navy to give af loat forces the opportunity to get college credits, said Personnel Specialist 3rd Class (SW/AW) Carl Vizzi, Leading Petty Officer of the Educational Services Office. The course is open to every Sailor that has been on the ship for more than one year. There are no fees for admission, the only money that will come out of pocket is for textbooks. For Sailors with Tuition Assistance, NCPACE courses will not interfere with any courses they are already enrolled in. Interested Sailors can route a chit up their chain of command with the appropriate Executive Officer their career in the Navy as well. Hav- Publisher memo, enabling them to sign up for ing college credits adds advancement Capt. Bruce H. Lindsey Commanding Officer classes. Some of the 17 courses of- exam points, giving that extra boost fered include history, math, English to Sailors looking to advance to the Executive Editors and many more. next pay grade. An associates degree Lt. Cmdr. Erik Reynolds Public Affairs Officer We always send a lot of e-mails is worth one point, and a bachelors with information about the courses, degree is worth two. Lt. j.g. Erik Schneider said Vizzi. Just come down (to ESO) NCPACE increases personal and Deputy Public Affairs Officer and we can set them up. professional growth, said Vizzi. It Managing Editor The classes, courtesy of Central will set you up for success down the MC2 Ashley Van Dien Texas College, are roughly two to road. Layout and Design four hours per week, with a tentative Vizzi, who has taken four classes MC3 Patrick Green schedule available in the ESO. Each in the past, recommends that any- Staff Writers/Photographers class is equivalent to one semester of one even remotely interested should MC3 Patrick Green college, and moves at a quick but un- check out the courses. MC3 Stephen Hale derstandable pace. Its challenging to do underway, MCSN Zachary D. Bell MCSN Rosa A. Arzola Advancing in college not only en- but the instructors are very f lexible, hances personal development, it said Vizzi. They ensure that every- Follow Vinson on Facebook: www.facebook.com/USSCARLVINSON definitely gives Sailors an edge with one will pass.
July 28, 2010 3 Vinson Completes Missile Exercises Sailors assigned to Combat Systems Department load an Evolved Sea Sparrow Surface Missile (ESSM). Carl Vinson reached a historic milestone July 24 following the successful launch of 12 missiles within a seven-day period. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adrian White. By MCSN Rosa Arzola done in a long time, not only aboard I feel privileged to be part of USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer Vinson but aboard any other ship, said this milestone, said McLean. But Lt. Gregory McLean, Operational Test this wouldnt have been possible to Carl Vinson reached a historic Director of Commander Operational accomplish without the help and milestone July 24 following the Test and Evaluation Force. It took a hard work of Operations and Combat successful launch of 12 missiles within lot of assets, a lot of coordination, and Systems Sailors. a seven-day period. three years of planning to accomplish I feel really good of being part of The ship launched 11 Evolved Sea twelve missile shoots. this milestone. Its gratifying. All the Sparrow Missiles (ESSM) and one Vinson launched the missiles to see guys worked hard to accomplish this Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) how effective and suitable the ESSM missile shoot, said Fire Controlman as part of the Combat Systems Ship and RAM are for Vinsons Self Defense 2nd Class (SW/AW) James Worley, Qualification Trial. System in a combat situation. the ships Combat Systems Assistant Its unique that a ship can accomplish This mission was something stressful Leading Petty Officer. I feel proud to such a task as shooting 12 missiles, said but at the end this is the most realistic be able to show how well we can defend Richard Dodson, Operational Test and training Sailors are going to get while our ship. Evaluation Force Test Team analyst. underway, said Dodson. Dodson noticed how Vinsons Sailors We rarely have an opportunity to Both Dodson and McLean expressed are always ready and have a great work bring this many missiles onboard and that this mission was successful because ethic. shoot this many targets in such a short of Vinson Sailors. I wish I could do more missile window (of time). The successful missile launch was a shoots on board. Vinson has a great The missile launch was not only a really great accomplishment. Everybody impressive crew with a superb attitude. significant milestone for Carl Vinson. on board Carl Vinson did exactly what They are always willing to get things The evolution set a new Navy-wide they needed to do, said Dodson. We done, said Dodson. I have been on a standard. got a lot of support and help from the lot of Navy ships and I am impressed This is the biggest test that we have ship. with the Sailors here.
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6 Carl Vinson Voice SailorSPOTLIGHT IN THE By MC3 Stephen Hale I do for Alayna, said the proud father. I USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer came into the Navy to improve myself. I want to do well so I can make a good life for my daughter. Ships Serviceman Seaman Robert Having the ability to look down the road Mashek can see just fine. But 20/20 vision instead of just the immediate future is one isnt enough. Mashek is a long-term kind quality that makes Mashek an asset to his of guy who tries to look down the road department. instead of just right in front of him. Mashek is a top performer in S-3 So far the Navy has been good to me, Division. He has a very positive attitude said Mashek. I want to stay with the and good work habits, said Ships Navy as long as I keep excelling. Maybe Serviceman 1st Class (SW) Jose Escobar, I will be a Chief or an officer one day. Im Supply Departments S-3 Division Retail not sure. For now, Im just happy to make Supervisor. His future in the Navy looks an impact. bright and he is an example for all junior For the 21-year-old St. Louis native, Sailors to emulate. working with Carl Vinsons Supply Mashek is adapting well to life in Department S-3 Division is an important California. He welcomed the move from job that provides vital resources for the the east coast and likes to spend time in the crew. Los Angeles area. Mashek works as a bulk storeroom I love California. There is always something custodian and is responsible for to do here, no matter what time of day it is, said inventorying and organizing incoming Mashek. I have always been a Dodgers fan and supplies, as well as making sure the I love being able to jump up to L.A. and catch a ships store is fully stocked. He fills game. Mashek definitely keeps his eye on vending machines, works in the ships long-term goals, and he is always ready store, handles onloads from underway to tackle the next task that comes replenishments and serves as a lookout into his immediate line on the ships low visibility detail. of sight. During Operation Unified Response, Mashek assisted in the transfer of more than $200,000 in goods and essentials for relief efforts. Haiti was a busy time in Supply, but we never let up, said Mashek. People needed us. They didnt even know they needed us, but without the long hours of the Sailors in Supply, Carl Vinson couldnt have been as effective in their relief efforts. Mashek takes long days in stride, keeping in mind that whatever he does has a bigger purpose behind it. His two-year-old daughter Alayna is always in the front of his mind and keeps him going when the job gets tough. She is the reason I am here. She is my life and I do what Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stephen Hale

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  • 1. VOL 1 / NO 34 July 28, 2010 Honoring the Fallen Story by MCSN Zachary D. Bell most of us were born. USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer As the ceremony continued, ashes were poured into the sea accompanied by words and prayers of farewell. Then the rifle team conducted a 3 gun volley salute, followed by taps and a Carl Vinson honored twenty servicemembers by laying their closing prayer. remains to rest in the Pacific Ocean July 25. Command Chaplain Lt. Gregory Hazlett, the Committal The ritual of burial at sea is an ancient one, dating back to the Officer for the burial, delicately committed the ashes to the sea. early days of sail. Families of Mariners and Sailors view it as a I was struck by the fact that when we did the burial at sea means to follow their loved ones final wishes. It also provides everything stopped on board so we could honor those 20 active-duty Sailors the opportunity to bid farewell to one of their servicemembers, said Hazlett. The ship was turned to adjust to own. The twenty servicemembers were Catholics and Protestants, the wind and the entire crew stood by, operationally speaking, to Sailors, soldiers, Marines and airmen. honor the service of those people. Its very humbling. Command Chaplain Cmdr. Keith Shuley recited words and The families of the deceased were not physically present, but prayers of farewell as the 10 Catholic servicemembers were laid they will receive the navigational charts showing where the burial to rest. took place. It is a time-honored tradition to give respect and pay tribute Religious Program Specialist Seaman Jesse Seward participated to those who served faithfully, honorably, and in many cases, in the ceremony by preparing urns to be passed down to heroically, said Shuley. So its my privilege to play a role in the Hazlett. ceremony. My family has a lot of military roots so its a very emotional The ceremony began with Chaplains reciting prayers and experience, said Seward. I was honored to be a part of the scriptures. Commanding Officer Capt. Bruce Lindsey honored ceremony, knowing that Im handling the remains of veterans the fallen with opening remarks. who have served our country. Todays ceremony is one of many we will conduct during my This was Hazletts first burial at sea and he encourages other tenure as commanding officer. I believe this ceremony is a fitting Sailors to come and honor their brothers in arms at future tribute to the honor of the countrys veterans and to pause and ceremonies. reflect on how the service to our country becomes one of the The ceremony is a beautiful thing that shows that the Navy most important life events for those who have served long before takes care of its own, in life and in passing. The Carl Vinson Voice is an internal document produced by and for the crew of the USS Carl Vinson and their families. Its contents do not neces- sarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government or the Departments of Defense or the Navy and do not imply any endorsement thereby. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary D. Bell
  • 2. 2 Carl Vinson Voice NCPACE Leads Sailors to Success By MC3 Patrick Green USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer For Sailors motivated to enhance their careers, college is a good way to do so. At sea, Carl Vinson is working to provide Sailors with an opportu- nity to learn. The Educational Services Office (ESO) is bringing college to Vinson Sailors through Navy College Pro- gram for Af loat College Education (NCPACE). NCPACE is an eight-week course given by accredited professors during deployment, giving Sailors a chance to start or continue their education while on the ship. NCPACE is a program developed for the Navy to give af loat forces the opportunity to get college credits, said Personnel Specialist 3rd Class (SW/AW) Carl Vizzi, Leading Petty Officer of the Educational Services Office. The course is open to every Sailor that has been on the ship for more than one year. There are no fees for admission, the only money that will come out of pocket is for textbooks. For Sailors with Tuition Assistance, NCPACE courses will not interfere with any courses they are already enrolled in. Interested Sailors can route a chit up their chain of command with the appropriate Executive Officer their career in the Navy as well. Hav- Publisher memo, enabling them to sign up for ing college credits adds advancement Capt. Bruce H. Lindsey Commanding Officer classes. Some of the 17 courses of- exam points, giving that extra boost fered include history, math, English to Sailors looking to advance to the Executive Editors and many more. next pay grade. An associates degree Lt. Cmdr. Erik Reynolds Public Affairs Officer We always send a lot of e-mails is worth one point, and a bachelors with information about the courses, degree is worth two. Lt. j.g. Erik Schneider said Vizzi. Just come down (to ESO) NCPACE increases personal and Deputy Public Affairs Officer and we can set them up. professional growth, said Vizzi. It Managing Editor The classes, courtesy of Central will set you up for success down the MC2 Ashley Van Dien Texas College, are roughly two to road. Layout and Design four hours per week, with a tentative Vizzi, who has taken four classes MC3 Patrick Green schedule available in the ESO. Each in the past, recommends that any- Staff Writers/Photographers class is equivalent to one semester of one even remotely interested should MC3 Patrick Green college, and moves at a quick but un- check out the courses. MC3 Stephen Hale derstandable pace. Its challenging to do underway, MCSN Zachary D. Bell MCSN Rosa A. Arzola Advancing in college not only en- but the instructors are very f lexible, hances personal development, it said Vizzi. They ensure that every- Follow Vinson on Facebook: www.facebook.com/USSCARLVINSON definitely gives Sailors an edge with one will pass.
  • 3. July 28, 2010 3 Vinson Completes Missile Exercises Sailors assigned to Combat Systems Department load an Evolved Sea Sparrow Surface Missile (ESSM). Carl Vinson reached a historic milestone July 24 following the successful launch of 12 missiles within a seven-day period. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adrian White. By MCSN Rosa Arzola done in a long time, not only aboard I feel privileged to be part of USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer Vinson but aboard any other ship, said this milestone, said McLean. But Lt. Gregory McLean, Operational Test this wouldnt have been possible to Carl Vinson reached a historic Director of Commander Operational accomplish without the help and milestone July 24 following the Test and Evaluation Force. It took a hard work of Operations and Combat successful launch of 12 missiles within lot of assets, a lot of coordination, and Systems Sailors. a seven-day period. three years of planning to accomplish I feel really good of being part of The ship launched 11 Evolved Sea twelve missile shoots. this milestone. Its gratifying. All the Sparrow Missiles (ESSM) and one Vinson launched the missiles to see guys worked hard to accomplish this Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) how effective and suitable the ESSM missile shoot, said Fire Controlman as part of the Combat Systems Ship and RAM are for Vinsons Self Defense 2nd Class (SW/AW) James Worley, Qualification Trial. System in a combat situation. the ships Combat Systems Assistant Its unique that a ship can accomplish This mission was something stressful Leading Petty Officer. I feel proud to such a task as shooting 12 missiles, said but at the end this is the most realistic be able to show how well we can defend Richard Dodson, Operational Test and training Sailors are going to get while our ship. Evaluation Force Test Team analyst. underway, said Dodson. Dodson noticed how Vinsons Sailors We rarely have an opportunity to Both Dodson and McLean expressed are always ready and have a great work bring this many missiles onboard and that this mission was successful because ethic. shoot this many targets in such a short of Vinson Sailors. I wish I could do more missile window (of time). The successful missile launch was a shoots on board. Vinson has a great The missile launch was not only a really great accomplishment. Everybody impressive crew with a superb attitude. significant milestone for Carl Vinson. on board Carl Vinson did exactly what They are always willing to get things The evolution set a new Navy-wide they needed to do, said Dodson. We done, said Dodson. I have been on a standard. got a lot of support and help from the lot of Navy ships and I am impressed This is the biggest test that we have ship. with the Sailors here.
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  • 6. 6 Carl Vinson Voice SailorSPOTLIGHT IN THE By MC3 Stephen Hale I do for Alayna, said the proud father. I USS Carl Vinson Staff Writer came into the Navy to improve myself. I want to do well so I can make a good life for my daughter. Ships Serviceman Seaman Robert Having the ability to look down the road Mashek can see just fine. But 20/20 vision instead of just the immediate future is one isnt enough. Mashek is a long-term kind quality that makes Mashek an asset to his of guy who tries to look down the road department. instead of just right in front of him. Mashek is a top performer in S-3 So far the Navy has been good to me, Division. He has a very positive attitude said Mashek. I want to stay with the and good work habits, said Ships Navy as long as I keep excelling. Maybe Serviceman 1st Class (SW) Jose Escobar, I will be a Chief or an officer one day. Im Supply Departments S-3 Division Retail not sure. For now, Im just happy to make Supervisor. His future in the Navy looks an impact. bright and he is an example for all junior For the 21-year-old St. Louis native, Sailors to emulate. working with Carl Vinsons Supply Mashek is adapting well to life in Department S-3 Division is an important California. He welcomed the move from job that provides vital resources for the the east coast and likes to spend time in the crew. Los Angeles area. Mashek works as a bulk storeroom I love California. There is always something custodian and is responsible for to do here, no matter what time of day it is, said inventorying and organizing incoming Mashek. I have always been a Dodgers fan and supplies, as well as making sure the I love being able to jump up to L.A. and catch a ships store is fully stocked. He fills game. Mashek definitely keeps his eye on vending machines, works in the ships long-term goals, and he is always ready store, handles onloads from underway to tackle the next task that comes replenishments and serves as a lookout into his immediate line on the ships low visibility detail. of sight. During Operation Unified Response, Mashek assisted in the transfer of more than $200,000 in goods and essentials for relief efforts. Haiti was a busy time in Supply, but we never let up, said Mashek. People needed us. They didnt even know they needed us, but without the long hours of the Sailors in Supply, Carl Vinson couldnt have been as effective in their relief efforts. Mashek takes long days in stride, keeping in mind that whatever he does has a bigger purpose behind it. His two-year-old daughter Alayna is always in the front of his mind and keeps him going when the job gets tough. She is the reason I am here. She is my life and I do what Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stephen Hale