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WILLIAM L. ACE
On Saturday, January 24, 2015, William L. Ace of Honolulu, Hawaii, formerly of Silver Spring, Maryland. Father of Bethany Ace of Hawaii; brother of Deanna Leone of Michigan. He is also survived by his niece, Michelle and her family and his nephew, Joseph and his family. A celebration of the life of William Ace will be held on March 7, 2015 at the Cosmos Club, 2121 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC, please contact JOSEPH GAWLERS SONS, 202-966-6400 to R.S.V.P. and for details. Memorial donations may be made to the University of Michigan School of Engineering.
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Melanie Ferguson
March 28, 2015
I met Bill when he was a handsome, tanned, young lifeguard at Lower Huron Metro Park pool. That Fall, he would begin his education at U of M. We dated for several months, then moved on to different paths. We reconnected forty years later on a class site and emailed a few times a year. At our 50th year "anniversary" in 2014, Bill invited my family to DC to join him for a weekend of Oct. fun, saying he never felt better in his life. I was unable to travel at that time and we postponed our in-person reunion. Recently, unable to reach him by phone, I guessed he returned to HI. Tonight, I thought about finding Bethany, whom I never met, on her business site to introduce myself and ask if her father had come home. It was there I learned sweet Bill had passed. He was a gentleman at 19, with high aspirations for a successful career, which he well achieved. I regret not seeing him and sharing life with him, one last time. Rest in Peace, my old, good friend. Your were very important to and loved by many. Melanie "Rhonda"
Ray Dionner, Sharon Gordon & BIll Ace, Octoberfest in Hawaii
March 2, 2015
Bill, Bellringer and Coach at the Cathedral of St. Andrews
March 2, 2015
Bill and Deanne in Hawaii
March 1, 2015
Bill and his original MG in Hawaii
March 1, 2015
John Wittman
February 27, 2015
I saw Bill's obituary in the Post this morning, and thought "it couldn't be". I knew Bill back in the early '70's at APL, both at old 8621 and out at the main lab. Bill was a mentor on the technical aspects of SSB(N) weapons systems when we worked together and travelled to DASO duty many times sharing the rental digs in Cocoa Beach. We attended his wedding, which was quite a party as I recall. Heady days for we young engineers!
February 17, 2015
Ace family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in John 11 : 25 at this difficult time.
LYNN Albrecht
February 11, 2015
Bill was a good friend of mine in Honolulu. We rang big tower bells together at St. Andrews Cathedral in Honolulu. Our tower band truely regrets Bill's passing, as he was a good friend and loved the bell tower, even after he was too sick to climb those spiral stairs of the tower. I know Bethany will miss her Dad most of all, but the bell ringers are there for her if she needs anything in Honolulu. I am so very sorry for our loss, and he is in my prayers.
Bobbie & Sam Chappell
February 6, 2015
Bethany ... We are sorry for your loss ... Bobbie & I had the opportunity to have your father spend the weekend with us in A2 for his last M-football game ... and I talked with him about Michigan in mid-Jan ... he was a Michigan man ... please accept our sympathy and let us know if we can do anything for you ...
Frank Decker
February 6, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Ace family. I had the good fortune to work with Bill both at SSP and SUBLANT. He was highly respected. We will miss him.
Charlie Teuton
February 4, 2015
I had the great opportunity to work with Bill while he was at SUBLANT. He was well respected and liked by all who knew and worked with him. You have my deepest sympathy. He will be missed.
Gary Williams
February 4, 2015
My condolences to Bethany and the Ace family. I worked with Bill for many years; he was a thorough, dedicated professional
Barry Mills
February 4, 2015
My most sincere condolences to the Ace family. Bill was a great mentor and co-worker, but best of all he was a great friend. I will truly miss him. May God give the Ace family refuge during these sad and difficult times.
Harry Sheffield
February 3, 2015
A sad occasion for the SSP family. My condolences to the Ace family. I met Bill in the 70's when he was at COMSUBPAC the first time. A true dedicated professional. He will be missed.
Jeff Heldt
February 3, 2015
My parents called Bill their third son. That's how much the Heldt family valued his friendship. We will miss him.
February 2, 2015
Bill and I worked together for decades at the laboratory, and he was one of my favorites through the years. I was so saddened to hear that he passed away.
Dick Creswell
Richard Anderson
February 2, 2015
Bill was an outstanding coworker and friend for decades. He will be missed.
Anthony "TJ" Jackson
February 2, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Ace family. Bill was a great mentor to me at JHU/APL. I was honored to have worked with him during my career at APL.
John and Mary Witcher
February 2, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Ace family. We will keep Bill's family and loved ones in our prayers. May God hold you all in his loving arms during this difficult time.
Kevin Steiger
February 2, 2015
Bill was my coworker, mentor, and fellow field rep in Pearl Harbor, HI. I send heartfelt condolences & aloha nui loa to Bethany and the family.
Rob Banasiewicz
February 2, 2015
Even though I only knew Bill for a short time, I will never forget his love for and dedication to our Submarine Force. Some of my fondest memories will always be of listening to his sea stories while enjoying a mai tai in Hawaii...I wish we had time for more.
Vic & Jan Ilenda
February 2, 2015
Bill was a true Renaissance Man, patient to a fault as a mentor, great sense of humor, and maintained an extensive network of friends with the Navy and contractors making him extremely effective in his liaison functions with JHU/APL. I will miss our friendship which began at 8621 and our annual Michigan-OSU wagers.
Michael Bembenek
February 2, 2015
Bill was a truly outstanding coworker that I enjoyed working with. He will be missed.
February 1, 2015
Bill will be sorely missed; a true friend and outstanding staff member for many years
Ron Wilson, North Carolina
Janice and Larry Pifer
February 1, 2015
Janice and I will miss Bill a lot. He was one of the first we both knew at APL and one of the best. We shared an MG love for many years. God Speed Bill.
Phil Smith
February 1, 2015
Bill was a true friend and mentor. We enjoyed great times together working and traveling for JHU/APL. My wife Marty and I will always treasure our friendship with Bill and his family. Our sincere condolences to Bethany and the family.
Markus
February 1, 2015
My sincere condolences to the friends and family of mr. William. May you all find relief in the God of comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Gary & Georgeann Mach
January 31, 2015
Bill lived life large. A great host, a scholarly man, always a pleasure. He is missed already. Aloha, Bill, aloha.
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