William Williamson, Jr. [1]
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He died in a Rio de Janeiro hospital of coronary thrombosis. He was buried in Brazil with military honors. Memorial serivce held at the family plot in Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh.
Age at Death: 40
Image Source: The Charlote Observer 3-11-1945
Awards:
Citation from the U. S. Navy, Decorated by the Brazilian Government in recognition of his services as a liaison officer, Wings
Biographical Notes:
Williamson, Inc. (electrical supply)
Date of Birth:
12/5/1904
Birthplace:
Raleigh, NC
Military Branch:
Navy Enlisted: 1941
Family Details:
Martha Lee Williamson, married 10-24-1928 - Died June 10, 1944, Charlotte, NC
Mary Martin Williamson - Rockingham, NC, William Holt Williamson, III - Rockingham, NC
Sadie Tucker Williamson - 518 Hermitage Ct. Charlotte, NC, William H. Williamson, father (deceased)
Mrs. Thomas S. (Sarah Williamson) Lamb - Rockingham, NC
Mr and Mrs. W. States Lee (deceased) - in-laws
First Name:
William
KIA / MIA Place:
Brazil
KIA Date:
3/3/1945
Last Name:
Williamson, Jr.
Middle Name:
Holt
Military Details:
Corpus Christi, TX
Military Rank:
Lieutenant Commander
Source:
Newsprint
Military Unit:
He was then sent to Brazil. Pilot in the Naval Air Corps for 2 years
Exhibit & Section:
MIA Date:
NA