USS Indianapolis CA-35
Ralph Engelsman - Lost At Sea

Name: Ralph Engelsman
Rank / Rating: S2-Seaman Second Class
Service #: 951 55 01
DOB: Apr 16, 1916
From: Grand Rapids, MI
Parents: Mrs. John Engelsman
Went Aboard: Apr 25, 1944
Age When Ship Went Down: 29 years, 3 months, 14 days
Spouse: Dorothy Jean Stehouwer Engelsman
Children: Sons: Thomas (4 yrs old), Robert (1 1/2 yrs old)
Grandchildren:
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Bio Last Updated: Apr 25, 2026