William
William Boswell
d. August 14, 2008
William E. Boswell, age 74, of Biloxi, passed away on August 14, 2008 in Biloxi.
Mr. Boswell was born in Washington Co., IL on May 30, 1934, the son of Elza F. Boswell and Georgia Donaho Boswell. Mr. Boswell is survived by four sons, one daughter, nine grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
William served in the U.S. Navy as Petty Officer in the engine room of the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Philippine Sea, CVA-47. Two long cruises during the Korean War took William all over the Pacific Ocean.
Mr. Boswell and his shipmates earned the following medals: National Defense Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal (Four Stars), Good Conduct Medal, China Service Medal, Armed Services Reserve Medal, and a Presidential Unit Citation.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 417 Security Square, Gulfport, MS 39507.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Biloxi National Cemetery. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Rd, Biloxi, is in charge of arrangements.
An online obituary may be viewed and guestbook signed at www.riemannfamily.com
Mr. Boswell was born in Washington Co., IL on May 30, 1934, the son of Elza F. Boswell and Georgia Donaho Boswell. Mr. Boswell is survived by four sons, one daughter, nine grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
William served in the U.S. Navy as Petty Officer in the engine room of the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Philippine Sea, CVA-47. Two long cruises during the Korean War took William all over the Pacific Ocean.
Mr. Boswell and his shipmates earned the following medals: National Defense Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal (Four Stars), Good Conduct Medal, China Service Medal, Armed Services Reserve Medal, and a Presidential Unit Citation.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 417 Security Square, Gulfport, MS 39507.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Biloxi National Cemetery. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Rd, Biloxi, is in charge of arrangements.
An online obituary may be viewed and guestbook signed at www.riemannfamily.com
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