Master and Commander
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Location: NE Florida | Subject: Saturday Obits
https://www.facebook.com/ussvi.eternalpatrol/
https://ussvi.org/membership/eternal-patrol (USSVI members only)
The above link goes to the USSVI (United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.) Facebook page where their members who have gone on “Eternal Patrol” are noted.
I’ll keep my work here going, trying to get others who were not USSVI members. You’re encouraged to look there as well as here! Obviously, there’ll be some I miss and some I duplicate.
WILLIAMS .. .. .. Naples, Fla. - Raymond "Ray" Edgar Williams, 90, of Naples, Fla., passed away peacefully while in hospice care Oct. 7, 2026, with his family and friends by his side.
Ray was born in Mystic, son of Raymond W. Williams and Wilhelmina Macdonald Williams and brother to Judy Williams Nisbit.
Upon graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country as a Submariner (the silent Force). He always said, "I joined as a boy and came out a man!" He belonged to the Holland Club and was a Life Member of USSVI. He always enjoyed time spent at the Old Salts pig roast.
Ray had a long career in welding. He was a professional union welder UA Local 305/777 CT and was gifted and talented in all aspects of steam-fitting and welding, including nuclear. He was well known for his gifts and talents and was a mentor to many. He left a lasting impression on all he worked with and encountered. He demonstrated his workmanship on jobs throughout the country.
Ray was an adventurer. When he retired from welding, he traveled throughout and explored the country in a truck camper with his wife Peggy and her chosen sister Carole. He prided himself in having stepped foot in all 50 states! St. Martin in the Caribbean was another adventure waiting for Ray and his "ladies," and they enjoyed every opportunity to spend time in that tropical paradise.
In 2002, they relocated to Blue Sky's Co-Op, a retirement community in Naples, Fla.
Ray was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Margaret "Peggy" Williams May 12, 2024. He is survived by his now wife Carole Trask and his children who loved and cared for him during his decline and battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He is survived by his children, stepchildren, grandchildren, sister, family and many friends.
MOSS .. .. .. James Lee Moss passed away on October 29, 2026, at the age of 79.
James, known to many as Jim, graduated from Normandy High School in 1965. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy in July 1965. This was the beginning of his 30-year career in the Navy Submarine Service, and he served in both the Vietnam and Desert Storm wars. He achieved the rank of Command Master Chief, MMCM (SS), before retiring from the Navy in 1994.
Jim was someone others could look to for guidance and support. He was a mentor not only to his family, but also to many young people through his years as a Boy Scout leader and Junior Achievement mentor. He was always willing to share his knowledge and lend a helping hand. In his free time, Jim enjoyed anything that could take him off the beaten path. He was an off-road enthusiast who loved Jeeps and four-wheelers, and had a love for hot-rods and fishing. He was also a loyal St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears fan, and enjoyed cheering on his teams.
He was survived by his beloved wife, Lois Moss (nee Herion) married 58 years; daughter, Heather Weier and husband Joe; son, James Moss and wife Christy; son, Jeffrey Moss and son, John Moss; sister, Margaret Gerdel; two grandchildren, Joseph and Benjamin Weier; and his many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He also leaves behind his beloved grand puppies, who held a special place in his heart.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ella Belle (nee Lacy) Moss; brother, Marvin Moss and his wife, Jean; brother-in-law, Wayne Gerdel; and sister, Bonnie Stovall and her husband, William.
GREENLEE .. .. .. Charles W. "Bill" Greenlee, 87, of Titusville, passed away Friday afternoon October 30, 2026 at Southwoods Assisted Living Community. Bill was born on July 22, 1939 in Waynesburg, PA, a son of the late Charles Iams and Mary Janette McNay Greenlee. He was married to Donna Meyer on June 16, 1984 at the First United Methodist Church in Titusville. Bill was a graduate of Waynesburg High School, class of 1957. He earned an associate degree in medical technology from Carnegie College in Cleveland, OH in 1958.
Bill entered the US Navy in 1961. He graduated as a company Honorman from basic training and served in the US Submarine Service during his active duty until 1967. He retired from the US Navy Reserve in 2000 as a Chief Hospital Corpsman. He was awarded two Navy achievement medals, good conduct medal, four meritorious medals, two National Defense medals, military outstanding volunteer service medal, and the Armed Service Reserve medal.
Bill was graduate of Slippery Rock College in 1970 earning his B.S. in Health and Physical Education. He taught for the Titusville Area School District from 1970 to 1977. He had also been employed at the former Cyclops Specialty Steel Corp. from where he retired in 1992. He had also worked with the Titusville Fire Dept. retiring from there in 1997. He had also served as the City Health Inspector for Titusville as well as working for the Titusville Public Works Dept until 2001.
Bill was a member of the Waynesburg Lodge No. 153 F. & A.M. He was Past High Priest, Past Thrice Illustrious Master, and Past Commander of the York Rite Masonic Bodies in Titusville. He was also a member and former Exalted Ruler in 1982 of the Titusville Elks No. 264.
He was a member of the Titusville First Methodist Church; member of the Bruce Shorts Post 5958 VFW and of the Cleo J. Ross Post 368; and a member of the US Submarine Veterans Association. Bill enjoyed traveling, biking and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Donna of Titusville; a daughter, Meredith Warner and husband Barret of Arvada, CO; a step-daughter, Mary Kay Swanson and husband Scott of Hibbs, PA; grandchildren, Wade Harger and Amy Harger, Craig Swanson and wife Sen, Brian Swanson and wife Lindsey, Eric Swanson and wife Olivia, Mia Swanson, Marley Elizabeth Warner and Scott Charles Warner; great grandchildren, Gemma and William Swanson; and a sister, Holly Hammaker of Duncannon, PA.
… and a note:
The USS Silversides SS-236 arrived in Muskegon, Michigan, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. One of the most decorated submarines of World War II, the 312-foot vessel has served as a floating museum in Muskegon since 1987. It was towed from Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, by two 100-foot-plus tugboats from Basic Towing, Inc. This marks the submarine’s first dry docking in more than 72 years.
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