Story
This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1961 by McQueen's Boat Works Ltd. in Richmond, BC.
Historical Notes
George Schneider (Sep 2026) writes: Although she is said to have been originally under Canadian flag, her U. S. official number dates from 1962, so if she was ever Canadian, it was brief.
Owners & Masters
In 1961 she was owned by Canadian interests.
In 1962 she was owned by Harold L. Stoltz, Seattle WA USA.
In 1981-1992 she was owned by Ronald J. Kutz, Kingston WA USA.
In 2004 she was owned by Donald Christensen.
In 2005-2024 she was owned by William A. Thomason, Hillsboro OR USA.
Name Significance
The name VICKING STAR is confirmed on her documents, but may be an unintentional mis-spelling, considering that it later appears as VIKING STAR for the same owner.
References
- Merchant Vessels of the United States (1963-1989)
- Merchant Vessels of the United States Annual digital data files, 1992-2026
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 08/11/2024)
