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Posted 2019-09-08 2:01 PM (#95804)

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WILLIAMS, William A., III, RADM, USN, Ret., 91, of Vienna, VA and North Potomac, MD, passed away on June 6, 2019. Born in Rocky River, OH April 21, 1928, Bill received his naval commission in 1950 upon graduating from Dartmouth College. As a junior officer, he served aboard the destroyer USS Joseph Kennedy Jr. as well as the diesel submarines USS Entemedor, USS Toro and USS Darter. In 1957, he served two years as an instructor of midshipmen and as the varsity sailing coach at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. Following this, he participated in the commissioning and two patrols on the Polaris submarine USS Patrick Henry. After receiving nuclear power training, he served as executive officer on the USS John Marshall. Subsequently, he was part of the commissioning crew and commanding officer of the USS Sam Rayburn. He commanded two other Poseidon submarines, the USS Will Rogers and USS Alexander Hamilton, and completed twelve deterrent patrols. He also commanded two sub tenders, the USS Simon Lake and USS Hunley, as well as Submarine Squadron Eighteen. During his duties in Washington, Admiral Williams was assigned to the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations where he participated in the coordination of the Trident submarine program and managed planning for the strategic and theater nuclear forces. After two years as District Commandant in Seattle, he served as a principal in the Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START) with the Soviets. After retiring from the Navy in 1983, Williams was active in volunteer endeavors. He served as Tournament Director for senior golf at Twin Lakes Golf Course in Fairfax County, as Treasurer and driver for Meals on Wheels of Arlington, and as a tax preparer and instructor with the AARP Tax Program in Vienna. Married for 53 years, his beloved wife, Gladysmary (Babs) Cahill of Staten Island, NY, preceded him in death as did his son-in-law, Norris W. Shank, and sister, Susan Ritchie. He is survived by his daughter, Gail Williams Shank of North Potomac; sister, Barbara Williams Thomas (George) of Bay Village, OH; grandson, Robert (Gayle) Shank, and great-grandchildren, Corey (Lauren) and Brynna Shank all of Maryland. In accordance with his wishes, a private memorial at sea will be held at a future date. Published in The Washington Post on Sept. 8, 2019

McCLELLEN, David A., was born on April 23, 1957 and passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. David was a resident of Ripon, Wisconsin at the time of passing. He attended Hickory Hills Junior High School in Hickory Hills, IL and Barrington High School in Barrington, IL. David served our country in the United States Navy as a submariner on the USS Permit (SSN-594). A visitation for David will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 11:00 am- 1:00 pm at Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home, 515 Mayparty Dr., Ripon, WI 54971. A memorial service for David will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home, with a Final Salute with Military Funeral Honors

PORTERFIELD Glenn W., 70, of Lewiston, passed away on Saturday, August 24, at CMMC. Glenn was born in Portland, Feb. 15, 1949 to Russell and the late Francesca Porterfield. He graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School and then went on to enlist in the navy and become a submariner. He was very proud on his service to our country. After serving four years of active duty, he went on to graduate from USM and earned his degree in psychology. Glenn was a 'Jack of all Trades', he could fix or build almost anything. Kids and dogs seemed to gravitate toward him. He enjoyed spending winters in Hawaii with his wife and Hawaii family (Ohana) and friends. He had a big heart, was very compassionate and generous. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Barbara; his father, Russell; and two sisters, Bess and Mary. At his request, there will be no services. His wishes were to have his ashes scattered in Casco Bay and Waikiki Beach in Hawaii. Published in Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Sept. 8, 2019

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