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| Plankowner Posts: 5024 Location: Gulfport, MS | Subject: Sunday Obits CRANDALL, Fred Maeser, passed away on his birthday, Sunday, September 24, 2017 while residing with his family in Fruit Heights, Utah. He was 92 years old. Interment will be October 20, 2017, at 1:30 pm at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Fred was born September 24, 1925, in Springville, Utah. He was the oldest son of Myron Maeser and Clara Bringhurst Crandall. He had one brother, Allan and a half-sister, Camilla. Fred married Gloria Nelson in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 16, 1947. They were later sealed for "Time and All Eternity" in the LDS St. George Temple on March 15, 1958. They were the proud parents of six children: Madelyn, Kirk, Danny, Chet, Melodie, & Melinda; 37 grandchildren, 84 great-grandchildren & eight great-great-grandchildren. Fred was preceded in death by his wife Gloria, one son & two grandsons. Fred served proudly as a submariner during World War II in the Pacific Theatre. He served aboard the submarine USS Spikefish, (SS-404), [R-10, Caiman, Carp, Bluegill]. He was active in many callings as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He served as Bishop, High Councilman, Stake President, and Stake Patriarch. Published in Albuquerque Journal on Oct. 15, 2017 WATKINS, Thomas F., CAPT, USN, Ret., 90, departed on his "last great adventure" on September 26, 2017. Tom retired to Tucson in 1981, after a 34-year career as a submarine officer in the U.S. Navy, like his father, Vice Admiral F. T. Watkins, before him. Tom's service career included tours as a submarine captain, in joint strategic work at the Pentagon, and as a base commander. He was an avid hiker and backpacker in the mountains of Arizona and New Mexico. In 1994, he married Rita Jenkins and together they traveled by RV, visiting family and friends across the country. As a decade-long cancer survivor, he still enjoyed their trips to New Zealand and Australia, always eager to embrace new friends and experiences. Tom was a hospice volunteer, a member of the Unitarian Church and his local book club where he led discussions on politics and philosophy. Tom is survived by his wife, Rita; his children, Jay Watkins and Linda Koliopoulos (by his late wife, Jane Austin Watkins); his stepchildren, Elizabeth Jenkins, Carrie Werner and Joanna Jenkins; his brother, Jack Watkins and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A "Celebration of Life" Service will be held at Unitarian Universalist Church, 4831 E. 22nd, at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2017. Arrangements by Funeraria Del Angel South Lawn. Published in the Arizona Daily Star on Oct. 15, 2017 ALBERT, Gregory D., 71, of Manchester, CT died on October 4, 2017. Gregory was born in Akron, OH, the son of the late Alvin and Beverly (Brousch) Albert. He served in the US Navy on the submarine the USS Nautilus and retired from United Technologies as an Electro-Optics Technician. Gregory was also active in Western equestrian riding in Hebron and Bolton, taking part in events including Team Penning and Gymkhana. Gregory is survived by his longtime girlfriend Margaret Hamilton, his son Steven Albert, and his wife Laveda, of Phoenix, AZ, his daughter Sara Albert, of Coatesville, PA and his brother David Albert and his wife Peggy of San Jose, CA. Besides his parents, Gregory was predeceased by his sister Susan Albert. Published in The Hartford Courant on Oct. 15, 2017 ACREE, Carl Ledbetter, COL, USA, Ret., of Oak Island, NC, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 8, 2017 at The Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center in Bolivia, NC. Carl was born April 25, 1926 in Groveland, FL, son of the late Mary Gibson Ledbetter Acree and Edwin Arlington Acree, brother, David and sister, Charlotte. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 71 years, Doris Ray Everette Acree. He is survived by three children: Katherine Acree Tryon of Suffield, CT, Barbara Acree Inabinett (husband, Mike Inabinett) of Oak Island, NC and Carl F. Acree of Garner, NC (wife Karen); four grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Carl served his country by enlisting in the Navy in 1943. He was assigned to Electric Boat Company of Groton, CT where he served on the submarine USS Blower (SS-325), as it was built and later commissioned to set out for Pearl Harbor in late 1944. He was aboard for all three War Patrols, Carl served in WWII, the Korean and Vietnam Wars while representing his country in the Navy, North Carolina National Guard and US Army. He was assigned to the Pentagon, before retiring in 1982. His service was honored with a trip to Washington, DC to tour the war memorials as part of the Triangle Flight of Honor. Carl received his B.A. in Political Science from N.C. State University in 1989. Carl was a ham radio operator, played the harmonica and enjoyed fishing and golf. He was an avid ballroom dancer and he and Doris won many competitions for their elegance on the dance floor. Carl also loved music. He could often be heard singing "In the Garden" one of his favorite hymns. He had a talent for repairing and building and could always be counted on to "fix it". He was affectionately known as "PaPa" to his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was loved and respected as father, husband, mentor, veteran and friend; he will be missed. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Oak Island. Carl demonstrated his strong Christian faith to all who knew him, even to the end. He was at peace knowing his final destination. In memory and celebration of Carl's life, please consider a donation to the Church building fund: First Baptist Church of Oak Island, 4608 East Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465 or Rolesville Baptist Church, 203 East Young Street, Rolesville, NC 27571 or a memorial contribution to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401-7335. The family wishes to acknowledge with gratitude the services and loving care from staff at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center, Bolivia, NC; Coastal Companion Care of Southport, NC; and the countless phone calls, cards, visits, food and especially prayers from friends and family. A special thank you to Betty Gore of Lower Cape Fear Hospice for her visits and care in the home for the months prior to Carl's passing. A graveside service will take place at a later date in the Rolesville Baptist Church Cemetery in Rolesville, North Carolina. Online condolences can be made at www.brunswick funeralservice.com Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte, NC. Published in The News & Observer on Oct. 15, 2017 BRUNEAU, Pierre Edmond, 87, succumbed to acute respiratory failure, aspiration pneumonia and small bowel obstruction on August 29, 2017 at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center. Pierre was born in Wenatchee, Washington, but he also lived in Milwaukee, Chicago, Seattle, Silverdale and finally settled in Redmond, where his family owned the Skyline Chicken Ranch. Pierre attended Central Kitsap High School in Silverdale, Nathan Hale High School in Milwaukee, Lincoln High School in Seattle and Lake Washington High School in Kirkland, where he graduated. He married Bernadine Porter in 1949 - a marriage lasting sixty-four years until her passing in 2013. They had two children and are both survived by Edmond Bruneau and Renee (Bruneau) Colleran. He was also blessed with five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren who loved him very much. Pierre enlisted in the Naval Reserve in 1947 and served his country a total of twelve years. He was a submariner and very proud of his military contribution. He developed his superb upholstery skills at Lynch Furniture in Seattle, worked for Boeing - earning numerous awards and accolades, sold and repaired mimeograph machines and other office equipment for Olympic Distributors, began his own firm, Bruneau Upholstery and finally returned to Boeing where he retired as a senior supervisor. Pierre loved fishing, square dancing, puzzles, games and magic. He adored the RV life, sharing with Bernie many adventures and travels, including wintering in Arizona. A private memorial was held in Bothell on October 8. Contributions in his honor can be made to the American Heart Association. Published in The Seattle Times on Oct. 15, 2017 CHRISTESEN William E., 81 years old of Overland Park, passed away on Oct. 10, 2017. Visitation and funeral will be held on Oct. 17, at McGilley & Hoge Chapel. Friends may call on the family at 12 p.m. with services at 1 p.m. Burial to follow at Forest Hill Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army - Johnson County Family Lodge or the charity of your choice. Bill was born Sept. 7, 1936, in Lyndon, KS to Bill and Clara (Elliott) Christesen and grew up in Osage City, where he played football and sang. He attended Emporia State, prior to entering the US Navy in 1960. He retired after serving 20 years in the Navy, during which time he was a Navy Seal and a submarine nuclear power technician. After the Navy, he worked for ServiceMaster at St. Luke's Hospital, during which time he met and later married Pat Nicholson. In 1986, Bill and Pat moved to Louisiana where he was a Plant Operations Manager for two hospitals. Bill and Pat moved back to Overland Park. Bill was very active in Elks Lodge #2395, the American Legion and the 40/8 club, where he held the title of Grand Chef de Gare du Kansas. Devoted husband and grandfather, Bill is survived by his wife of 30 years, Pat Christesen; his son Bruce (Tammy); his stepchildren, Bill (Chris), Bob (Kaylene), Kathy (Lee), and Tricia (Brian); his grandchildren, MaryAnn, Will, Katie, Patrick, Shelby, Isabelle, Gwyneth and Gillian; great-granddaughter, Sophia. Online condolences may be left at www.mcgilleyhoge.com Arr.: McGilley & Hoge, 8024 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS.Published in Kansas City Star on Oct. 15, 2017 DEMOREST, James John, 70, of Ellenton, FL, passed away on Monday October 9, 2017 after a brief battle with cancer. Mr. Demorest leaves his loving wife, Georgia Ann (Seidwitz) Demorest and children, Adam Warren Demorest & Erica Jayne (Demorest) Adam, grandchildren Ava & Quinn, son-in-law Ryan, brothers John & Charles, and many close friends. Born in New Haven CT on October 7, 1947, the son of the late Howard Vincent Demorest and Virginia Anne Demorest, Jim grew up in Madison, CT. He served as a submariner in the United States Navy before starting a long career as a self-employed entrepreneur dealing in fine antiquities. He was also an avid car enthusiast who enjoyed his 1967 corvette, performance Volvos, boating, music, and a good game of cards. Jim will be deeply missed by his family. Memorial services will be held in CT at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Autism Speaks at act.autismspeaks.org Published in The Hartford Courant on Oct. 15, 2017 HOGAN, John Benedict, died peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, after a long illness. Jack was born in New London on Jan. 19, 1928. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Virginia (Mengi) Hogan; his two daughters, Eileen Hogan and Sharon Hogan and her husband, Carlos Castells; his two sons, Timothy Hogan and Daniel Hogan and his wife, Diane; three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his brother, William L. Hogan; and his sister, Eleanor Lavoie. He enlisted in the Navy and served on the USS Spikefish (SS-404) [also Piper & Raton]. He was a member of the US Submarine Veterans of World War II. He often credited the Navy for giving him experience and confidence, describing himself as a "high school dropout and a college graduate" with thanks to the GI Bill. Jack graduated from Boston University with a degree in public relations in 1952. After being employed by General Dynamics, Dow and Combustion Engineering, he started his own business, Personal Search Associates, a recruiting firm. After 10 years he reinvented himself once again, and with his wife, opened Hogan Real Estate. He loved being in business. He often said, "It was like being on vacation full time". In 1981, he realized one of his lifetime dreams, moving back to Waterford and building a waterfront home. He continued the real estate business into the 1990s until he officially retired. Everyone who met Jack would always remember him. He loved people, entertaining with his music, sharing his life stories and listening to yours. He was a true "people person" in every sense of the term. He will be truly missed. Funeral services will be held at a later date. The Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family.Published in The Day on Oct. 15, 2017 SIMPSON, Edward W., 91 of Temperance, MI, died Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at Aspen Grove Assisted Living. Born February 2, 1926, in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of Hugh and Myrtle (Warmington) Simpson. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII in the submarine USS Mero, and the Korean Wars. Ed was the widow of Gloria Mae Murphy. He was employed in the signal department for Conrail Railroad for 40 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of the Bedford Senior Center, Submarine Vets in Ohio and Michigan, V.F.W., 3925, Erie, MI, American Legion, Post 192, Temperance, MI and Samaria Lodge, 438, F&AM, where he was a past master. Ed was also a volunteer at the V.A. Clinic in Toledo. He is survived by his loving daughter, Lynne Simpson; sons, Edward M (Kit) Simpson, and Hugh (Sue) Simpson; brother, Richard Simpson; girlfriend, Martha Pratt and several grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. A gathering will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday, October 21, 2017, at the Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home, 1640 Smith Rd. (at Jackman) Temperance, MI, where the Masonic Lodge, #438, F.&A.M., will hold services at 1 p.m. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. pawlakfuneralhome.com Published in Toledo Blade on Oct. 15, 2017 | ||
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Master and Commander Posts: 2253 Location: Foothills of the Ozarks | Subject: RE: Sunday Obits Ed Simpson was one of the nicest guys I ever met. He was an active member of Escolar Base USSVI and SubVetsWWII. R.I.P. Ed; it was an honor to know you. (IMG_2334.JPG) Attachments ----------------  IMG_2334.JPG (140KB - 614 downloads) | ||
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Plankowner Posts: 9164 Location: Upper lefthand corner of the map. | Subject: RE: Sunday Obits Pierre Bruneu was a member of Seattle Base USSVI and attended almost every meeting. We knew his health was failing but it is a surprise to me that he has passed. Rest in Peace Pierre. You will be missed. Hand Salute! Two! | ||
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