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William HARAWAY Obituary
Mr. Haraway was born Feb. 20, 1926, in Suffolk Va. After graduating high school, he served 30 months in the United Sates Marine Corp. William was owner of Modern Marine Company on Kecoughtan Road, Hampton. William attended the apprentice program at NASA Langley Research Center. After completing the apprentice program, William became a branch head in the fabrications department. Among his many achievements, while at NASA, William earned three U.S. patents; in 1971 for thermal protection ablation spray system; in 1975 for bonding method of continuous regression rate sensor device; and in 1976 for vacuum pressure molding technique.
William retired in 1982 after 30 years of service with NASA, after which, in 1995 earned a patent for aerodynamically responsive vehicular safety system. William enjoyed boating, fishing, restoring automobiles and painting. He loved all of his family and his animals. He was a friend to all and will be missed greatly.
He is survived by children, Susan Liufau, Dr. William Haraway III, Stephen Haraway, and Sheryl Carter; 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for William HARAWAY
September 21, 2010
Many Thanks..Contact me.@.*804-776-0857
Coach Wade And Peggy Traynham
Wade Traynham
September 20, 2010
Grandpa: As I told you many times, how much I appreciated your help, dedication, friendship, and support of the Phoebus High school Softball program.
From building L Screens, thunder sticks,and many other projects, IE ($contributions$) New field design, and coaching tips. I wish I had stayed in touch after I moved to Middlesex. my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Grandpa # 2, Coach Wade Traynham.
September 14, 2010
Sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was not only a friend but my mentor during my early years at NACA/NASA. I worked many years under his supervision and enjoyed our relationship. Bob Magee.
Ed Ruple
September 14, 2010
Billy, Our condolences to you and your family. I know it been a long time since we talked, but I sure would like to hear from you.
Ed and Terry Ruple
Mike Gardner
September 14, 2010
Billy, My condolences to you and your family. It's been a long time since I've seen you, but we were friends when we were kids in Buckroe.
Take care,
Nora
September 14, 2010
Bill had some stories to tell. He loved his animals and they surely loved him. May you rest in peace Bill.
Bill Schaff
September 13, 2010
-Steve
My condolences to you on your loss. It's been a while since I have seen(talked) to you. Call me. 897-6211
eric kline
September 13, 2010
Steve
we were so sorry to here of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
John and Eric Kline
Dave & Mary Lou Pasko
September 13, 2010
Remember that your
loss is shared
by many friends who care
and that you're in our
thoughts and hearts.
He was a wonderful man who will be sorely missed.
Mike Brewer
September 13, 2010
I’ll miss our visits. Bill loved his family. I was fortunate to know him.
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