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Navy Postal Clerk Rating established 30 Nov 1960
 Welcome to the Navy Postal Clerks Association WebSite
This site and its related Association is for past and present Navy members of the Postal Clerk rate (established 1960) and their families. Also pre and post PC that served as navy postal clerks are welcome as are Marine Corps Postal Clerks, and any officer or civilian employee that served in a postal billet.
Any and all family members of a deceased postal clerk are welcome tp join. Please register with the site, registration will grant you access to many advanced website features. Registration is free and is separate from membership in the Association. When you register start use your real name as your user name, the reason being is that the Association is for Navy Postal Clerk and persons with a relationship with the Navy Postal Service. It is establish to promote friendships, renew old acquaintances, and memories. It is not to be anonymous user website. Under other information indicate your PC rate or your association with the Navy Postal System. If you are already registered PLEASE change your user name to your real name. The association is made up of former, retired and active men and women of the Naval Postal Service who have been serving the fleet since October 1960, and the Mail handlers before them.
There is a myth that the association is a bunch of old Chiefs, this is not a fact as we have PCSN's to PCCM's, serving as little as 2 years to over 30 years, regular Navy as well as reserves.
The purpose of the association is:
- To promote the social welfare of the Navy Postal Clerk community.
- To conduct programs for charitable and educational purposes.
- To sponsor or participate in activities patriotic in nature.
- To provide social and recreational activities for it's members.
Along with the above, we also have a goal of keeping the tradition of hard work and dedication of the men and women of the Naval Postal Service and the Mail Handlers before them alive.
Postal Clerks are among the most known people of any command, sometimes maybe not the most liked, but still the best known.
You can wear the a Navy Retired or a Navy ball cap and many times will be told "Hello Shipmate", but wearing the Navy Postal Clerk Association cap, you are more likely to hear "did you know postal clerk so and so" Come on over to the Forums and speak your mind!
If you have any questions about this site, please feel free to contact Mike Bertalan NPCA@roadrunner.com
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Association News
From the President,
With a heavy heart, it's my sad duty to report that Chief Postal Clerk Richard
(Dick) G Baber (Hutchinson KS)has passed away on Aug 29
Dick was one of the founders of the Navy Postal Clerk Association
(NPCA). He did all the grunt work behind the scenes the NPCA would not have been
success without Dick's efforts.
Dick served with
me at the Fleet Mail Center Yokohama where I considered him a good friend and a
great asset to the postal operations and a good bowler.
Chief Baber was a
true carrier postal clerk being a plankowner on both the USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) and
the USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)and also served on the USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65)and
the USS TICONDEROGA (CVS-14). Other ships he served on were USS PRINCETON
(LPH-5) and USS SCHOFIELD (DEG-3) Where ever his assignment took him, he
contributed greatly to the success of the getting mail to the Fleet. He is
remembered as a good shipmate who made many friends and performed of his duties
and achieve the respect of the Navy and those shipmates he served
with.
The names of Postal Clerk Chief Richard (Dick) G. Baber will be recorded on the
list of 'Shipmates Forever' and his name will be remembered at the calling of
the roster of departed shipmates at every reunion.
ANYONE WANTING TO SEND A CARD CAN DO SO TO HIS WIFE;
Kazue Baber
801 E. Sherman
Hutchinson, KS 67501
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“Las Vegas won the vote as the site for the NPCA 2010 reunion. Then our economy went into the tank. We have come up with the Palace Station which was the best and most economical place to hold the Las Vegas reunion 3-6 May, 2010 arrive May 3 check-out May 7th . WE REALIZE MANY OF OUR MEMBERS MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A COMP ROOM AT ANOTHER HOTEL, buta key factor in the success of our reunions is the availability of an informal meeting or "hospitality" room in which folks can gather, talk, relax and enjoy refreshments. Most hotels charge an exorbitant rental fee for such a meeting room unless the group can promise a minimum of 25 rooms to be occupied and attendance at a banquet catered by the hotel; in which case, the vital hospitality room then becomes "complimentary." Obviously, it serves the success of the reunion very well if we can contract for a minimum of at least 25 rooms in the chosen hotel and count on all reunion attendees to sleep there and participate in the banquet.
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2010 reunion |
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It is official our reunion location in Las Vegas Nevada
is the Palace Station, arrival day May 3, banquet May 6, depart
morning of May 7th.
The reunion is going to be at Palace Station
located a block from the strip West on Sahara Ave.
The reunion will cost $75. for first
person and then $ 50 for each guest that will cover the banquet,
reception, hospitality room and misc expenses .
We also plan to have a slot tournament,
$20 entry fee all entry fee money will be returned as prize
money..
Submit registration .form
(see menu on left) and payment to: NPCA c/o MikeBertalan, 2063 W 103 St,
Cleveland, Oh 44102
Rooms are separate. Each member must register at the hotel
GUEST ROOM RATES:(which are
good two days prior to the reunion and two days after) (May 1st to May
8th)
Courtyard $29.00 + $9.95 AND TAX, Tower $49.00 +$9.95 + TAX Rooms in
the Tower are newer see
www.palacestation.com
Please be advised that all rates quoted are
per room, per night, single or double occupancy. There is a $15.00
charge required per room for triple occupancy and $30.00 per room for
quad occupancy. A $9.95 Hotel Service’s Fee will be added per
room, per night. The above room rates and Hotel Service Fee are
subject to Clark County room tax, currently at 12%. Please note: Room
tax is subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Upon checking in ask for
the discounted breakfast buffet coupons to the group for $4.99 per
person plus tax and gratuity
RESERVATION PROCEDURES:
Individuals attending the Naval Postal Clerk Association Reunion 2010
are to call the Reservations Office at (800) 634-3101, and
identify themselves as attendees of the Naval Postal Clerk Association
Reunion 2010 or Reservation ID PCINPCA. In order to receive the group
room rate a credit card or a deposit in the amount of one (1)
night’s room and tax charge is to be received no later than fourteen
(14) days from the date the room reservation was made. If the room
guarantee of one (1) night’s room and tax charge is not received within
the fourteen (14) day grace period, the reservation will be cancelled.
Palace Station Hotel & Casino will take reservations for the Naval
Postal Clerk Association Reunion 2010 group until April 02, 2010, after
this date the hotel will take reservations on a space available basis
and at prevailing hotel rate.
SPECIAL NOTE IF THE ROOMS RATE
SHOULD DROP, OR ARE ADVERTISED FOR LESS ON THE HOTEL WEBSITE (FOR OUR
DATES) THE HOTEL WILL GIVE YOU THE LOWER RATE, ONCE AGAIN MAKE SURE YOU
IDENTIFY YOURSELF AS PART OF THE NAVY POSTAL CLERKS. ANY PROBLEM WITH
THE ROOM RATE, CONTACT MIKE BERTALAN.
The Hotel Service Fee will include the
following:
• High Speed Internet access in all guestrooms
• Scheduled Airport Shuttle Service
• Scheduled Shuttle Service to the Las Vegas Strip
• Unlimited local and domestic-long distance calls
• Unlimited use of Fitness Facility
• Line Pass to Feast Buffet
• In-coming Faxes
• 10% Off Gift Shop Merchandise (excluding sundries, tobacco, & all
beverages, candy, mints & gum)
• Valuable Coupons
Palace Station Hotel & Casino is pleased to
extend Naval Postal Clerk Association the following:
• Pre-paid breakfast buffet tickets $4.99 plus tax and gratuity Monday –
Friday
• Group rate will be extended 2 days pre and 2 days post event dates
• Complimentary flag(s) in banquet room
SHUTTLE SERVICE:
Please be advised that Palace Station Hotel & Casino offers scheduled
shuttle service to and from McCarran International Airport and the Las
Vegas Strip. Please visit our website
www.palacestation.com
for exact times and locations.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT:
Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check out time is 12:00 noon. Under no
circumstances shall a minor be allowed to check in or occupy a hotel
room without the accompaniment of at least one (1) person over the age
of 21.
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MINORS:
Palace Station Hotel & Casino is an entertainment/casino business
governed by the laws of the State of Nevada and licensed by the State of
Nevada Gaming Control Commission. As such, each governing entity
requires Palace Station Hotel & Casino to notify all groups that it is
against the law for any minor (under the age of 21) to loiter in or near
any gaming area. It is also against policy for minors (under the age of
21) to be unattended in the hotel rooms. Please be advised that an
adult 21 years or older must be present at the time of check in and
throughout the entire stay. Also, the adult will be held financially
responsible for any damage or excessive cleaning to the hotel room.
check the
Things to Do in Nevada to see various entertainment in the Las Vegas
area
Do you have your
challange coin?
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The demise of the PC rate |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Postal Clerks and Storekeepers Merge to Become Logistics Specialists
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. - The U.S. Navy Postal Clerk (PC) and Storekeeper (SK)
ratings will merge on October 1 to form the new Logistics Specialist (LS)
rating.
"This merger is a step in our efforts to define the supply enlisted
workforce that will support the Navy in the 21st century," said Rear Adm. Mike
Lyden, Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) and Chief of Supply
Corps. "Our work processes in the future will require a more broadly trained
Sailor who can provide a unique skill set to our Navy and joint warfighters. By
combining these two ratings, we lay the groundwork for future readiness and
greatly enhance career opportunities for all Sailors in the LS rating."
Merging these two ratings will give the PCs a viable career path, broader
skill sets, and increased advancement opportunities with no adverse affect on
the SKs, according to NAVSUP Command Master Chief Jim Collins. "And the LS
rating will also benefit Sailors with a broader skill set and greater diversity
in both sea and shore assignments."
Logistics Specialist more accurately describes the knowledge, skills, and
abilities of the new workforce and further aligns with our future force
requirements, according to Rear Adm. Lyden. He also commented that "our supply
enlisted community plays a vital role in executing the Navy's Maritime Strategy
mission both afloat and ashore."
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead approved the ratings merger on
Nov. 17, 2008. Since the LS rating was approved, a new rating manual, mobile
training teams, and online training programs were developed to educate PCs and
SKs in their new roles as LSs.
"We also improved training and personnel qualification standards for
Storekeepers assigned in postal positions afloat," said Collins. He added that
the establishment of the "LS rating marks the beginning of a rating specifically
designed to meet the requirements we face today and anticipate tomorrow."
NAVSUP's primary mission is to provide U.S. naval forces with quality
supplies and services. With headquarters in Mechanicsburg, Pa., and employing a
diverse, worldwide workforce of more than 25,500 military and civilian
personnel, NAVSUP oversees logistics programs in the areas of supply operations,
conventional ordnance, contracting, resale, fuel, transportation, and security
assistance. In addition, NAVSUP is responsible for quality of life issues for
our naval forces, including food service, postal services, Navy Exchanges, and
movement of household goods.
For information regarding this message, contact the
NAVSUP Office of Corporate Communications Director at 717-605-1543.
To update or delete your subscription:
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A Toast from Japan |
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Note from Henry Negishi
850 grams of pure gold beer mug worth 5 million yen ($52200) I would like to make a toast with this mug to ALL just one time. CHEERS, Kanpai
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Schlorships for Postal clerks and family |
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 Supply Corps Foundation Scholarships
Good News for Postal Clerks, since the PC Rate is now part of Supply, You are now eligible for the Supply Corps Foundation Scholarships
Who is eligible?
OPEN TO ALL CHILDREN, SPOUSES AND GRANDCHILDREN OF ACTIVE, RESERVE AND RETIRED SUPPLY ENLISTED AND OFFICERS Goal is to award $200,000 in scholarships each year. Scholarship application form is available starting in mid- January of each year, until early April. Contribution is tax-deductible Available Thru CFC Code 1337
2007-2008 Academic Year • Total New Scholarships Awarded: 68 Over 3 Million awarded since inception • 80% from Officer Community • 20% from Enlisted Community POC is Jack Evans (706) 354-4111 e-mail evans@usncf.com
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Final seletion PCCM & PCCSs and recently PCC |
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The Navy Postal Clerk Association extends it's congratulation to newly selected Senior Chief Postal Clerks. They are the last to be selected PCCS.
Shawn Grasty Navy Hospital Bethesda
Chad McCann USS George Bush (CVN-77)
Mark Schlosser precom Uss Makin Island (LPH-8)
Christopher Wood PC "A" school Ft Jackson
The Navy Postal Clerk Association extends it's congratulation to newly selected Master Chief Postal Clerks PCCM (sel) Edgardo Rodriguez. He is the very last to earn the honor of PCCM.
It is my pleasure to offer you congratulations on your appointment to Master Chief Postal Clerk. Looking back your record of achievements surpassed many strong candidates to earn you your appointment to PCCM.
Again, congratulations and welcome you to the many who are now called Master Chief Postal Clerks.
Abel M. Quinones, PCCM, USN(Retired)
e-mail abelisable@comcast.net
Senior Adviser, NPC Assn
The Navy Postal Clerk Association wishes to congratulate the follow new Chiefs
I believe this is the final selecttion for Chief Postal Clerk
1. James Groves
2. Chesterfield
3. Derric Branch
4. Frank Perkins
5. Jeremy Sluss
6. Deandre Allen
7. Barbosavazque
8. Adam Patrick
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OPEN LETTER FROM PCCM GIL HOUGH USN Retired |
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News Story by: PCCM
Gil Hough, USN (Ret)
“ Why Join the NPCA
Association”
The Navy Times dated October 25, 1960, nearly forty six (46)
years ago announced those selected for the Postal Clerk (PC) rating and it was
born; 644 personnel switched ratings to become the elite of the elite; those
who served and cared.
It seems the older I become, the more nostalgic I become; I
was seventeen (17) in 1960. One thing remains certain is that I was proud to
serve my fellow sailors and provide valuable morale from home. I have great
memories of our rating and friendships that I have made over the past 46 years.
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Annual Dues Reduced |
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Membership dues have been reduced to
$ 20 for two years
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Our Treasurer is Steve Hill
"Annual membership dues are $20 for all of 2008/2009
send dues to:
NPCA
C/O LNCM Steven Hill
32265 Via Arias
Temecula, Ca 92592
Ph: 951-303-0412
Steven.Hill@med.navy.mil
PCC Grover McLaughlin is secretary/ Mail Directory/and Membership. If you see something wrong in thes Directory or know of another Postal Clerk that's not listed, please contact Mac at below:
PCC Grover McLaughlin
13079 Feather Ridge Drive
San Antonio, TX 78233
Ph: 210-654-8556
g.mclaughlin@sbcglobal.net
Publisher for the NPCA
Newsletter is Gil Hough
If you have anything for the newsletter you can submit it to Gil Hough either by
e-mail to hough@hawaii.rr.com
or by snail mail at
Gil Hough
95-117 Lalei Pl
Mililani HI 96789-3021
" ANY PROBLEM WITH THE ASSOCIATION, or suggestion for this website contact
NPCA@roadrunner.com
Mike Bertalan,
Assc President
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PC MEMORABILIA |
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PCCM (RET) RED LAIL SENT IN A CHRISTMAS CARD FROM FLEET MORALE CENTER NAPOLI. I HAVE SET UP A LINK FOR PC Memorabilia. IF ANYBODY HAS ANY ITEMS OF INTEREST RELATING TO THE NAVY POSTAL SYSTEM THAT THEY WISH TO SHARE WITH THEIR PC SHIPMATES, SENT IT E-MAIL TO Navy-Postal-Clerk-Association@adelphia.net
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NAVY POSTAL CLERK ASSOCIATION COIN |
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The association challenge coin designed by our
Senior Advisor
Abel-is-able Quinones
The coin is on sale at NPCA Store for $8.00 a piece or two for $15.00
We also have a plastic case available for $1.00
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Old Articles
| Monday, June 26 | | · | TAPS TAPS TAPS |
| Tuesday, June 20 | | · | PC MEMORABILIA |
| Monday, June 19 | | · | Taps Taps |
| Saturday, June 10 | | · | Associations Newsletter Hits the Street |
| Wednesday, April 05 | | · | 2004 Association Minutes |
| · | Note from Commander Prestidge to the members |
| Wednesday, January 11 | | · | REUNION UPDATE |
| Tuesday, November 29 | | · | NAVY POSTAL CLERK ASSOCIATION COIN |
| Thursday, November 03 | | · | DOD Business Advisers Tell Rumsfeld Military Mail Should Be Outsourced |
| Thursday, May 05 | | · | REUNION 2006 |
| Thursday, March 17 | | · | REUNION ITINERARY |
| Wednesday, October 06 | | · | POSTAL CLERK REUNION, MOBILE 2005 |
| Saturday, September 11 | | · | NPC WebMail |
| Friday, August 13 | | · | Association Membership Dues |
| Monday, July 19 | | · | Memory book |
| Monday, May 10 | | · | INTERNET TAX ! |
| Sunday, May 09 | | · | Back Up and More Secure |
| Tuesday, March 09 | | · | Survivors’ Benefit Plan Needs Your Help |
| Monday, February 23 | | · | Photo Gallery is Ready for Submissions! |
| Sunday, February 22 | | · | A few issues |
| · | GREAT JOB NAVY POSTAL CLERK DAMIAN |
| · | Photos and Ship Store |
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