Since 02-02-03
Diodon Skipper Richard Speer 1964 to 1966
Photos from Ensign to Commander and later
Since 02-02-03
Updated 10-01-03 on the Passing of Richard Speer.
May He Rest in Peace.
May God have Mercy on his eternal Soul.
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SS-349 in 1966 Richard Speer
Change of Command presentation copy
Richard Speer
9 years ago after he was
retired from the Navy and his civilian job
CDR Richard Speer, USN and his
wife, Phyllis Speer, at
1966
Change of Command ceremony
wherein he handed the command of the USS Diodon (SS-349) over
to LCDR H.J. Sweet III
Richard Speer as a young officer
Ensign Richard Speer
Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2003 2:09 PM
Subject: Dick Speer
Dear Jim,
I am truly sad to tell you that Dick died this morning at 10 am. He was a wonderful man and faced his disease with incredible courage.
I would appreciate it if you could let the members of the Diodon family know.
thank you,
Phyllis Speer
Sailor Rest Your Oar