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He was born in Norfolk, Va., on Feb. 3, 1923. In 1945, he married Eva Wright, 'the prettiest girl in Maury High School.' He joined the Merchant Marine, at the age of 16, and also served his country in the United States Navy, as one of the pioneering early UDT "Frogmen" during WWII. After retirement from 20 years of service as a U.S. Coast Guard officer, he served as one of the first Compliance Officers in OSHA. Happiest when behind the tiller of his Hobie Cat, he never met a stranger, loved a good joke, loved a good beer, never betrayed a friend, and regarded every day as the "Best Day Of My Life."
Left to cherish his memory are daughters, Diann C. Hall, H. Michelle Paradis, Eva M. (Bebe) Van Bergen; grandchildren, David M. Hall, George C. Hall, Vanessa Van Bergen; and great-grandson, Stephen R. Hall.
His remains will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined.
Gifts of condolence can be sent in his name to the Salvation Army. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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George Hall
April 27, 2018
Still miss you everyday.
Melvin Sellers
November 10, 2010
Fair winds and following seas until we meet again. Melvin L. Sellers, LT, USCG (Retired)
November 10, 2010
Dear Family of Eugene Carlson:
We are saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, Eugene Carlson. I first met Gene when we assembled at Yorktown in July 1959 to establish the Coast Guard Training Center and I was privileged to serve with him there. He always had a friendly smile and warm greeting for everyone and made the start of a dark day turn to one of sunshine and enthusiasm. After his retirement I would often see him in Williamsburg at places like Busch Gardens and the Chickahominy House Restaurant and he was always the same, usually with a cute joke. My memories of him will always be good and cheerful as I'm sure yours will be also. As you grieve, may the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.
Mr and Mrs Lamar Jolly
4728 Winterberry Court
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Shellly
November 9, 2010
I loved you so much....
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