East Coast U-Boat Encounter
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93-year-old Frank Ormerod of Auburn, CA appears on episode #582 of Hometown Heroes, airing June 27-30, 2019. A native of Fall River, MA, Ormerod served aboard the destroyer USS Ordronaux (DD-617) during World War II.
Frank Ormerod points to his battle station on the USS Ordronaux. For more photos, visit the Hometown Heroes facebook page.
My Grandfather served on this destroyer would like to talk to anyone who is still alive from the mighty O my grandfathers name was Donald Otto
This is my Grandpa!
My dad, Frank Ormerod, passed away on March 12th 2022 at the age of 96. I am so thankful for this interview that you did with him.
Keith Ormerod of Auburn, California.
So sorry to hear of his passing, Keith. What a remarkable life he led. I know we will see him again!