USSVI USS Chicago Base Submarine Veterans

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USSVI USS Chicago Base Submarine Veterans

We are a chapter of the US Submarine Veterans Incorporated (USSVI).

06/09/2026

Chicago Base submarine veteran members attended the 2026 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Memorial Day ceremony. We act as volunteers, handing out programs, and then watching the ceremony which is always great. We had 5 members present. Unfortunately two of them don't show up in these photos.

05/18/2026

Past base commander John Connon received the Board of Directors Award from the current base commander Brian Finks at the May 2nd base meeting. John was our base commander for many years and did an outstanding job. John is also the current USSVI Central District 2 commander. Here're two photos of John and his award.

05/11/2026

USS Chicago Base participated in the 2026 New Lenox Loyalty Day Parade on May 3rd. We had a nice turnout of our submarine veterans and some of their family, including my grandson Dominic. I'd like to thank everyone for coming out and representing our base. The weather started out rainy and cool. The sun came out just in time for the parade and warmed us up. There was a nice crowd of appreciative people all along the parade route. After the parade New Lenox VFW Post 9545 provided free hotdogs and beverages. Of course we partook of those refreshments and had a nice time doing it. We'd like to thank the New Lenox VFW Post 9545 for their wonderful hospitality.

03/10/2026

USS Chicago Base participated in the 2026 Tinley Park Irish Parade this past Sunday March 8th. It was our first parade of the year and was again a great experience. The weather was awesome for March with temperatures in the 60's. The parade route was lined with 10's of thousands of cheering people. Although this parade is in early March and weather can be an issue, it's always very well attended. We had a nice turnout of base members. Family is welcome and two family members helped carry our banner. We appreciated their help very much. After the parade some of us went to the Tinley Park VFW for the nice spread of food, entertainment, and of course beverages. They were packed as usual for this event. Our next parade will be the New Lenox Loyalty Day Parade on May 3rd. Here're some photos from this parade.

01/15/2026

USS Chicago Base, along with other area veterans, veterans' groups and interested people, participated in the January 15, 2026 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (ALNC) direct burial ceremony for unclaimed veteran remains. This is a quarterly ceremony held at ALNC. After the ceremony we enjoyed a nice breakfast at the Silver Dollar Restaurant in Elwood. Here are some photos from the event.

12/13/2025

A few members of USS Chicago Base braved the bitterly cold weather and snow to attend the annual Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Wreaths Across America event today, Dec. 13, 2025. Here're photos of some of our members at the ceremony, and of one member (Mitch) taken at the Silver Dollar Restaurant after the ceremony. Thank you Mitch for sending me the photos. Note: one member (Ron) and his wife were also present but were not in the vicinity when these photos were taken.

12/12/2025

USS Chicago Base held their annual Christmas party last Saturday Dec. 6th at the Tinley Park VFW. We had a social hour, a short meeting, a wonderful meal, and that was followed by the gift raffle. We all enjoyed each other's company and had a wonderful time. Here're some photos from the party.

10/09/2025

USS Chicago Base, along with other area veterans, veterans' groups and interested people, participated in the October 9, 2025 Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (ALNC) direct burial ceremony for unclaimed veteran remains. This is a quarterly ceremony held at ALNC. After the ceremony we enjoyed a nice breakfast at the Silver Dollar Restaurant in Elwood. Here are some photos from the event.

09/29/2025

USS Chicago Base participated in the 2025 Grundy County Corn Festival parade this past Sunday Sept. 28th. We had a very nice turnout of base members, visiting USSVI members, and family. This parade is usually one of the best for us and once again it didn’t disappoint. The weather was awesome and the crowd along the route was very appreciative. After the parade we all gathered at Turtles Tap in Morris for a very nice lunch. I’d like to thank our base members, visitors and family for showing up and spending their day with us. Here're some photos from the parade and at the restaurant.

09/13/2025

USS Chicago Base Submarine Veterans attended the Operation Firm Handshake picnic on September 6th. This was their 12th annual picnic for veterans and their families. It's held at the Coal City Area Club, a beautiful setting north of Coal City, IL. The picnic is free to all and we had a wonderful time as usual. This year we decided to make an effort to get the word out about who we are. We had tables set up with information about our base, a tent, and volunteers to work throughout the day. We had lots of visitors and we spent a lot of time talking to interested people. We were also able to donate the proceeds of a raffle that was held by my daughter Laura to Operation Firm Handshake. Here're some pictures from the picnic.

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17147 Oak Park Avenue
Tinley Park, IL
60477

Website

https://www.ussubvets.org/base/USSChicago.asp

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