Thank you to all who sent wishes to the Coast Guard Reserve! Below you will find a list of the messages featured on our social media plus more messages of thanks.
- CONGRATULATIONS on behalf of the Group “CG Sea Veterans of America” Social Media Site of the “Coast Guard Channel Community”, the Parent Site. We recognize you as a very important part of the whole Coast Guard Family, and your “Readiness at Semper Paratus”. Steady as she goes, all ahead, as an extra arm to all the saving hands. John Estep
- Happy Birthday and thank you for all your hard work! USCG saved my life one time off sinking sailboat in storm off Bermuda! – Hope Wright
- Happy 84 years to the USCGR!!!! Thank you for your contributions to our service and country! – Raymond Beyrle
- I worked with Reservists throughout my career. I am still in touch with those who became lifelong friends. I was especially proud to work with many Reservists during my tours in CGHQ. They are an integral part of the Coast Guard.-Timothy Lackey
- I joined the Coast Guard Reserve in 1972, right after completing my B.S. degree at a major university. During the ensuing years of service (21 in all), I learned about self-motivation and professionalism, a love of travel and meeting people from all walks of life. I decided to stay in the Reserve through multiple re-enlistments, and looking back on that day in 1972 when I was sworn in to serve my country, it was one of the best decisions of my life. The rewards as a retiree are substantial, and I will always be grateful to my country’s generosity. -Robert Apfelzweig
- I spent a couple of years on the Coast Guard Cutter Courier training reservist from port to port. Some of the finest Coast Guard Personnel that I know were Reserves proud to have served them and trained them. Bless you on your birthday. – George Jamison
- Happy 84th Birthday to the origination that helped me start my Coast Guard story. I served in the USCGCR from Feb 1975 to March 1977. I then served in the regular Coast Guard until my retirement as a Senior Chief Radioman in Sep 1996. I then worked as a contractor for the Coast Guard until 2014. My husband of over 46 years also is retired Coast Guard: RMCS Matthew Tracy, 1975-1998. – Linda Tracy
- Hello USCG Reservists! Thanks for being ready whenever the USCG needs an extra hand. Well Done since 1941! All the very best, Alex U.
- For everyone that puts their lives on hold to protect and defend our country, Thank You!!! – Don Sherwood
- It was one of the honors of my life to further my active duty Coast Guard service with years in the reserve until I retired. We were certified on every boat that the station active duty members ran, and when 9-11 occurred we fit right in place where they needed us – a valued asset. I thank all Coastie reservists that put their life on hold for years of continued service to the nation. – Anonymous
- In memory of Agnes L. Bixby. She was SPAR – forever in the USCG – both active duty and reservist. Thank you so much! – Anonymous
- Congratulations on turning 84. I can’t believe I served as a Coast Guard reservist 65 years ago, 1960 to 1968! Time flies, so enjoy your time in one of the best branches of the military. Semper Paratus to you all! – Daniel McAuliffe
- Bravo Zulu USCGR! Thank you for all you do and here’s to 84 more! – Derek Gaston
- Happy Birthday, all you U.S. Coast Guard Reservists. You are all a vital part of the U.S. Coast Guard. I wish you well.
Semper Paratus! – Walter Follett
- Thanks USCG for the some of the greatest years of my life. – Anonymous Retired USCG Reservist
- My wife (Natina Dudley, a Coast Guard Reserve member for 12 years) and I would like to thank the Reservists that we worked with during my 27 years on active duty. – Jeff Shaw
- Thank you for your dedication and support. -John Royal
- As a retired USCG member, I know what sacrifices you make. Thank you for backing the US Coast Guard -Carl Buick
- A special thanks to my wife who recently joined the CG Reserve because she wanted to serve her adopted country. Congratulations on being part of a selfless service that does so much good for so many people every day. -JJ Jones
- Thanks for being there and help to carry the Torch. -Thomas Goudie
- We used reservists a lot at the small boat stations and some cutters. They were always there when we needed them. Great job and many thanks to you ladies and gents! BZ – Joe Spencer
- From a volunteer in our organization to my fellow Reservists whom I have had the pleasure and opportunity to work alongside, learn from and laugh with – THANK YOU for your service and all of the opportunities you have given me and my fellow Auxiliary members. -David Porter
- Thank You for all that you have done to serve our country and the Coast Guard. We will be forever grateful for your service and dedication. -Charles LeGrand
- From 1978/1980 I served aboard USCGC PT CARREW 82374. We were the “Spare” boat in the 11th district. We relieved the COSARFAC dual crew boats during their availabilities. We also trained 2 separate groups of reserves from Los Angeles and San Diego. They would come aboard for their active duty two weeks at a time. The San Diego group was all women. The only place at the time they could get sea duty experience. They supplemented our maintenance efforts as well. Both groups were very professional and gave the 5-man caretaker crew one more reason to be proud as we trained them and ensured they were properly trained. Thank you for your service. – Michael Hudson
- Thanks for all the hard work you do every hour of every day you’re on duty! Thanks for giving time out of your life- a weekend a month and two weeks during your summer (and sometimes more)- time away from your family and time off from work- to be a member of the team that makes the Coast Guard stronger and more resilient and able to meet the challenges of all of its missions! -Camilla Schwoebel
- Congratulations, USCGR, for 84 years of service to the Coast Guard and our nation! You ARE Semper Paramus! -Mike Chaplain
- Congratulations to the CG Reserve on 84 years from USCG Auxiliary who share in your heritage and pride – Semper Paratus one and all! -Paulette Parent
- My father was a member during the war. Serving on Long Island North Shore, I think, at Eatons Neck. He was very proud of his service. The whole family was too. I’m sure he would be happy to know that the service is still going strong. -Jerome Doumaux
- Thank you for 84 years of service to our country and the United States Coast Guard! Your dedication and commitment are truly appreciated!! -Kurtis Riva
- Congratulations on turning 84. I can’t believe I served as a Coast Guard reservist 65 years ago, 1960 to 1968! Time flies, so enjoy your time in one of the best branches of the military. Semper Paratus to you all! -Daniel McAuliffe
- Thank you shipmates for all of your hard work and continued dedication for keeping our seas safe. SEMPER PARATUS!! -Karen
- Shipmates, I know all too well of the sacrifices made! I had 4 recalls to Active Duty during my Reserve Career! Would not trade for anything! -Thomas Baker
- To the men and women of the Coast Guard Reserve thank you for your service to our nation. It was an honor to serve with you over my 30+ year career. I am especially grateful for the time I spent working with the Reserves in Buffalo, NY during my 3 tours at the Marine Safety Office. Semper Paratus! -Douglas Eggleston
- The Reserve has assumed more responsibility, and I salute all of you serving with PSUs [Port Security Units] and the other deployable special forces. In a very uncertain world being always ready never meant more! -David Edling
- Thank you, Reservists! I know you are Always Ready to Serve. When I was stationed at EST Cleveland, OH in 1981, the Reservists that were stationed at my shop helped to automate the Cleveland Harbor Light with new equipment and moved all electrical power from the base floor to the top floor of the light. With your help the project was done ahead of schedule. Just proof that you are always ready. I Thank You for such Dedications and Always Ready. – Charles Reimer
- Truly our country’s most versatile military service! Wishes for many more successful years. -Robert Young
- To all Shipmates, active and reserve, past,present and future-Thank you! -Douglas Williams
- We all did the job with pride. Thank you to all who risked their lives trying to save others. -Charlie Gravelin
- Happy Birthday to the Coast Guard Reserve. The best Reserve of the military! Semper Paratus! -Thomas Duhon
- As a 30-year retiree of the Coast Guard Reserve, I thank and pray for all those currently serving. -Jerry Johnson
- Thanks for being part of the greatest team around! God. Bless you all. -Bill Worden
- May God bless you and keep you safe. -Linda Obedzinski
- Carry on the great work you are doing – Joseph Neill
- Thank you for your service Shipmate. – Alonzo Walker
- Happy Birthday to all the Coasties who served our country and those who are continuing the Job! Bravo Zulu!! -Virginia Kostowskie
- Semper Paratus and Bravo Zulu! -Byron Flagg
- Semper Paratus -Charles Keegan
- Happy 84th. Thanks for all the help. – Henry Murak
- Thank you so much! -Glen Essex
- The “Legacy” goes on. You should be proud to be part of it! -Niles Busler
- Happy Birthday USCG RESERVE. I was a member between 1978-1979,then joined the regulars. Served with reservists during a NATO cruise on board the Gallitin. Job well done. -John Puza
- I praise the active and Reserve member that made the Coast Guard part of their career. I was part of the last drafts of the Vietnam War. The US Army gave me time to shop around and heard so much good things of the Coast Guard that I checked into the Coast Guard recruiting office and took the test. Did very well and within the week I signed on; November 1972. I saw this as my calling and made a full career. 12 1/2 active and 8 1/2 years reserve. I’m so glad I did. Happy 84 years to the reserves. Whatever way you served you should be proud of your time. I retired twice. Military and civilian life! Now age 73. -Charles Lafon
- I joined the US Coast Guard in 1987 and served until my 60th birthday in 2023. I treasure my time I was able to serve active and reserve in the Coast Guard. I had a great opportunity to help on many events that give me pride to have been able to attend. Today I spread the word to many young men and women graduating from high school about the opportunity available. My uncle Jim served back in 1943-45. He was very proud of his time served. -Robert Davis
