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Aubrey Simpson, Jr.
First Name:
Aubrey
Middle Name:
Lee
Last Name:
Simpson, Jr.
Date of Birth:
7/5/1918
Birthplace:
Norfolk, VA
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He was killed while on a routine training flight. A memorial service was held on 4-21-1943 at the base near Jacksonville. His funeral was held at the J. M. Harry & Bryant Funeral Home on 5-1-1943. His burial was at Elmwood Cemetery.
Age at Death: 24
Image Source: The Charlotte Observer 4-20-1943
Personal Details
Education Details:
Central High School graduate, Duke University graduate, Queens College in Charlotte-one of 1st co-eds, Washington and Lee
Biographical Notes:
Manufacturers' agent with his father
Family Details:
Rosalie Houston Simpson, formerly of Jacksonville, Green Cove, FL
Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey L. Simpson - Hermitage Ct., Charlotte, NC
Military Details
Military Branch:
Navy Enlisted: about 1941
Military Rank:
Ensign
KIA Date:
4/15/1943
MIA Date:
NA
KIA / MIA Place:
over Florida
Awards:
received his Wings at the Jacksonville base - 5/2/1943
Source:
Newsprint