David Ashton Williams, Jr.
AGE: 72 • Mt. Arlington
David Ashton Williams, Jr., formerly of Byram, NJ passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. He was 72 years of age. He was born on October 10, 1941 in Dover.
David graduated with both Undergrad and MBA Degrees from Auburn University, Auburn, AL.
Mr. Williams worked as a corporate helicopter pilot with Citigroup, retiring in 2008.
David was a 28-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps and the US Army Air National Guard. David served in the Marine Corps during Vietnam as a Medivac Pilot and upon returning from overseas, served as a Presidential Helicopter Commander in Marine Helicopter Squadron One, The Presidential Helicopter Squadron in Quantico, VA.
Captain Williams received the Distinguished Flying Cross, Combat Action Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Service Commendation Award, the Presidential Unit Citation and 19 Air Medals.
While living in Byram, David was involved in the community, coaching in the Andover Arrows Midget Football League and Hobb Engler Little League.
David was a 20-year member of the Byram Township Fire Department. He is a member and past Commandant of the Sussex County Marine Corps League, Jeffrey S. Patterson Detachment 747 and also a past District 9 Vice Commandant for the State of NJ.
Survivors include Helen, his wife of 48 years.
Two children: David (Stacey) of North Carolina and Lori Azar-Hmouda (Michél) of Texas. His four grandchildren; Katelynn, Ashton, Theo and Maia.
Also survived by his Sisters-In-Law; Mickey Ostheimer of North Carolina and Betty Simanek of Indiana. His dear Aunt Jean of Davenport, IA and several cousins, extended family and friends.
You are invited to share in David's life celebration on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 5 to 9pm at the Bermingham Funeral Home, 216 S. Main St., Wharton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 5 from the funeral home (leaving at 9am) to a 10am Mass of Christian Burial at Good Shepherd R.C. Church, Route 517, Andover, NJ. Interment will follow at Locust Hill Cemetery, Dover. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to The Marine Corps League, Jeffrrey S. Patterson Detachment 747, PO Box 332, Stockholm, NJ 07460 or The Byram Township Fire Department, 225 Rt. 206, Andover, NJ 07821 would be appreciated. Offer condolences at www.BerminghamFH.com
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I think of you and remember your teasing in algebra class and other times. You accomplished much in your lifetime and were a forever friend to all in your orbit.
Peggy Martin Krueger
Classmate
February 22, 2024
Always proud to call you Brother
Love, "your little sis"
Rainee
Rainee MacKinnon
October 28, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers to Dave's family. I had the privilege of flying with Dave in the CT National Guard Skycrane.
Russ Galtieri
March 4, 2014
Our thoughts & prayers are with you Helen, David & Lori (and spouses) and children. Dave was a very special guy. His memory puts a smile on my face.
Cousin Ellen & Rob Wisely
March 3, 2014
Semper Fi, Dave
Mike Dolan
March 3, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. Dave was loving and gracious. I feel privileged to have been his aunt.
Aunt Jean Goldsberry
March 2, 2014
Our thoughts go out to Helen and the family. Dave was such a bright spot whenever we would see him at Indy. He will surely be missed. John and Susie Shuck
March 2, 2014
My condolences to Helen and family, Dave was a great man and did so much to be proud of, he will be missed.
Ruth McMickle, Byram, NJ
March 2, 2014
My condolences to family and friends of my high school friend and extended family by marriage.
Peggy Martin Krueger
February 28, 2014
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