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At random: Long considered a versatile and deadly instrument of war, the submarine has broadened her capabilities with the adoption of nuclear power. Today the submarine serves as a ballistic missile platform, early warning station, killer of surface and underwater vessels, scout, coastal raider troop transport, supply ship, mine layer, and seaplane tender.

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Posted 2023-05-23 12:57 PM (#103604)

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BILGRIEN, Conrad, 64, of Mount Holly, NC, died on May 19 , 2023. Conrad was born the oldest of three children to Arlene Buchli and Conrad Bilgrien Sr. in Pontiac, MI on September 7, 1958. As a child his family moved to Milwaukee, where he spent most of his early life. At age 17, he joined the US Navy. He trained as a nuclear power operator and instructor, before being deployed on the nuclear submarine USS Bremerton (SSN-698) and completed his service at Pearl Harbor. Following his Navy service, Conrad attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison, completing a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering and developing the first email system for the School of Engineering. He met his wife, Kay Uttech, while attending UW. He and Kay were married on May 30, 1987 and spent 35 years together. Conrad later attended NC State University for a MS in Computer Engineering. During his career in the computer science and engineering industry, Conrad was greatly admired by his co-workers as a strong leader, an engaging mentor, and a lifelong friend. Kay and Conrad later moved back to the Midwest to start their family. They had three children, Charles, Jenna, and Andrea, who they raised in Algonquin, IL. He was a devoted husband and father; he never missed an opportunity to tell his children he was proud of them. Conrad was notably well-traveled, visiting 6 continents, an avid road biker, and exercise enthusiast. Conrad consistently worked to make his community a better place, holding multiple roles as president of homeowner’s associations and church council. A lover of old fashioned, family camping trips, and long Sunday bike rides, he was always ready to crack a corny joke, and never hesitated to reuse a joke if it worked. Conrad was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his wife, Kay Uttech; and children Charles Bilgrien, Jenna Bilgrien, and Andrea Bilgrien and by his two brothers: Carl Bilgrien and Craig Bilgrien. A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Conrad requested donations to be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society or the Sarcoma Foundation of America.

GALE, Stephen Alan ("Bubba" to his friends), 73, of Melbourne, Florida, died on Friday, May 19, 2023. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts on December 29, 1949, Stephen is predeceased by his parents Walter I. Gale and Elizabeth M. (nee Seery) Vivian. He is also predeceased by his younger brother Michael J. Gale. Stephen is survived by his sister, Carol M. Penta; sister, Susan E. Spencer (Robert); sister, Linda E. Gale; his best friend, Al. Stephen was a proud veteran of the US Navy where he was a submarine sonar technician. After the navy he became a welder apprentice and was employed by Avco Lycoming in Stratford, CT and moved to Florida when the company moved in 1978. He stayed with the company until his retirement. He started a home painting business and retired at 65. Steve will be remembered for his sense of humor and his love of the game of golf, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Celtics as well as his love for his dog Munchkin. The family would like to thank Chip for helping Steve during his illness. We would also like to thank the staff of Holmes Regional Medical Center and the staff of the VA in Orlando and the VA outpatient in Viera, Florida. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you donate to_(Veteran Organization). A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 27, from 3-5 at Brownlie Maxwell Funeral Home located at 1010 Palmetto Avenue, Melbourne. Published by Brownlie & Maxwell Funeral Service & Crematory on May 22, 2023.

SMOCK, Arthur Marion , 87 of Huntley, IL, died at home early Friday December 4, 2020. He was born on December 12, 1932, in Carmi, IL. The first born of Raymond Theodore and Mabel Wilda (Rankin) Smock. He married his first wife Almina Rose Zerilli on January 15, 1955, in Staten Island, NY. Arthur retired after 25 years with the Federal Aviation Administration in 1983 as a CIS/Aerospace specialist. He continued in an aviation career with IBM, Martin Marietta, and Lockheed Martin working on the ARTS III air traffic control radar integration program for the FAA. He continued to be a lead ATC trainer in Chicago, IL at O’Hare International Airport until the young age of 75 years old for pilots all over the world. Arthur was a Korean War veteran (October 1952-October 1954) serving in the Navy on the USS Dortch DD670 and as a radioman 2nd class on the submariner USS Tench (SS-417). He is survived by his second wife Jay Fairchild of Huntley, IL; a sister Carolyn June Steed of Carmi IL; a brother Stephen Roy Smock of Coweta OK; a daughter Elisa (David) Locke of Broomfield Colorado; four sons: Paul Smock of Columbus Ohio, Raymond (Debbie) Smock of West Liberty Ohio, Michael (Carla) Smock of Grove City Ohio, and Peter (Kelly) Smock of Galena Ohio; 14 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Mark Smock, brothers Elmer Ray Smock and Wilburn Duane Smock, and sisters Norma Clark and Ruth Hastings. A funeral mass for Arthur Marion Smock will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, at St. Polycarp Catholic Church in Carmi, with burial following immediately at Kuykendall Cemetery in Carmi. Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi is in charge of arrangements. Published by Campbell Funeral Home - Carmi on May 23, 2023.

GILBERT, Jerry Dalton, 81, of Winston-Salem, died at his home after an eight month battle with pancreatic cancer on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Jerry was born to the late Harry Moir Gilbert and Verna Clark Hylton Gilbert in Mount Airy, NC on August 16, 1941. Jerry graduated from Mount Airy High School in 1959 and from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on June 3, 1963, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics. After completing his education, Jerry was commissioned as an Ensign in the US Navy, serving from June 5, 1963 to June 8, 1967, reaching the rank of Lieutenant and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Jerry served on the USS Thornback (SS-418) and USS Trout (SS-566) with both submarines operating out of Charleston, SC. After receiving his honorable discharge from the Navy, Jerry began a career in banking with Wachovia. He served in various departments until his retirement in June 2000 as a banking officer. Jerry also worked as a contractor for Wachovia for additional years after retirement. Jerry was guided by his Christian faith and love for his Lord. He was a faithful member of Ardmore Baptist Church since 1967, serving in numerous capacities including Deacon, adult choir, Baptist Men for disaster relief, Sunday School (especially the Fellowship Class), and several committees including finance and personnel. Jerry was also involved with the youth group while his daughters were a part of the group and even enjoyed driving a bus full of teenagers to Camp Caswell on the NC coast. He treasured the fellowship and numerous friendships he made through Ardmore Baptist Church and remained heavily involved in church activities as long as his health permitted. Jerry was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed watching golf and NASCAR. Jerry had a deep interest in all things finance, investing, and spreadsheets. He was detail oriented and could often be found helping his Sunday School class members with technical computer issues. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, James Clark Gilbert. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Carolyn Vaughn Gilbert; daughters, Cathy Ray (Chris) of Charlotte, NC and Emily Ransom (Earl) of Wake Forest, NC; grandchildren, James Ransom (Charis) of High Point, NC, Stacy Adelman (Sev) of Wake Forest, NC, and Emma Ransom of Raleigh, NC; brother, Bill Gilbert (Linda) of Richmond, VA; and two sisters, Barbara Homan (Ron) of Richmond, VA and Charlotte Self (David) of Powhatan, VA. A service to celebrate Jerry’s life will be held at 2pm on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Ardmore Baptist Church with Rev. Tyler Tankersley and Dr. Gina M. Brock officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. A private committal service will be held in the church columbarium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Ardmore Baptist Church, 501 Miller St., Winston-Salem, NC 27103 or Trellis Supportive Care, 101 Hospice Ln., Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is serving the family of Mr. Gilbert. Published by Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home Silas Creek Chapel - Winston-Salem on May 23, 2023.

St. CLAIR Charles Richard, 79 of Brocton, Illinois, died in the Horizon Health Emergency Room at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 19, 2023. Dick was born the son of the late Charles and Marie (Calvin) St. Clair in Brocton on September 16, 1943. Survivors include his son Benjamin Todd (Autumn) St. Clair of Brocton; his daughter Kristin St. Clair of Brocton; four grandchildren, Lyrik Graham, Tony Graham, August St. Clair, and Brayton St. Clair, all of Brocton; one great granddaughter Ellianna Graham of Brocton; sisters Carolyn Sue (Ralph) Craig of Brocton and Marlene Brannick (Ray McClain) of Brocton; brother Tom (Kay) St. Clair of Wesley Chapel, Florida; sister-in-law Aggie St. Clair of Detroit, Michigan; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son Mickey Charles St. Clair; and a brother Ronald St. Clair. Dick graduated from Brocton High School in 1961. He joined the Navy and served on the submarine USS Sea Leopard (SS-483). While in the Navy, he played on the Sub Lant Sea Raiders Basketball Team, leading them to four All Navy Championships. Dick was then recruited to play for Old Dominion University in 1970, where he earned All American honors his junior year as a Monarch. St. Clair still ranks near the top in ODU history in career assists, free throw accuracy, and scoring. He was inducted into the ODU Hall of Fame in 1984. Dick was a teacher and coach at Shiloh High School, coaching boys’ basketball, baseball, track, and girls basketball. He also was a bookkeeper for Cooley Grain. He was a 60 year member of Brocton American Legion Post 977, serving as Club Manager and Past Commander. He was also a life member of Paris VFW Post 3601. Dick was an avid New York Yankee fan. For those who wish, the family suggests that memorials be made to Brocton American Legion Post 977. Graveside services will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Payne Cemetery, north of Brocton, with military honors accorded by Brocton American Legion Post 977. A celebration of life will immediately follow the graveside service at the Brocton American Legion.

TAYLOR, Arch Edward, 81, died in Louisville, Kentucky on May 12, 2023. He leaves his wife, Georgia Lee. Together, they had five children: son Jeremy Michael Taylor married to Christian Johnson Taylor, daughter-in-law Christina Porter Taylor, Adam Edward Taylor married to Neonta Doughty, Patrick Christopher Taylor and Skyllah Blu Balcon-Taylor. His son, Douglas, preceded him in death. Born to F. Morgan Taylor and Nette Bachman Taylor in Evanston, Illinois on January 16, 1942, he was the youngest of four children. His two brothers F. Morgan "Buzz" Taylor, Jr. and James , Holmes "Jim" Taylor preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister Annette Kaue Taylor and her husband Randy Paterson, sisters-in-law Barbara Taylor and Claire Taylor. Arch grew up in Evanston, IL until high school when the family moved to Rochester, New York. There he attended Brighton High School and was voted "Best Looking" of the Class of 1961. He lettered in football, basketball, and track, and was awarded a scholarship to play football at the University of Pittsburgh in the fall of 1961. After suffering a career-ending shoulder injury on the football field, Arch enlisted in the United States Navy and attended the Naval Electronic Technical School. He later attended submarine school and served on the USS Blueback (SS-581) and USS Woodrow Wilson (SSBN-624). Arch enrolled in the NESEP Program at Purdue University in 1966, transferred to Navy ROTC, and graduated in 1970 with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering and a Naval Commission. After retiring from the Navy in 1984 as a Lt. Commander he transitioned to the defense contracting industry and worked with General Electric, Purvis Systems, and Northrop Grumman. Arch and Georgia Lee retired to Madison, Indiana in 2014. Arch enjoyed spending time with their grandchildren and working with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to protect the woodlands of the Ohio Hideaway. Arch is also survived by his grandchildren: Hunter, Jacob, Jonathan, Joshua, Adela, AJ, Andrew, and Finley. Friends Dewana Watson and Donna Thalacker were especially close friends and mourn his loss greatly. The Republic of Elbonia Golf Federation, a prestigious and exclusive golf federation founded by Arch, will mourn the loss of their beloved founder. Arch will forever be remembered as a respected Naval officer and contractor, a good leader, a thoughtful friend and an excellent caretaker. Arch will be dearly missed by all who knew him. A family service will be held in the future to celebrate Arch's life.

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