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Billie Redburn Obituary
Billie H. Redburn VIRGINIA BEACH - Billie H. Redburn, 86, formerly of Hazleton, Ind., died Dec. 6, 2008. From his participation with the Doolittle Raid in 1942 on the USS Hornet to his presidential unit citations for Torpedo Squadron 8 during the Battle of Midway, he was always proud of his service. After retirement from the Navy as lieutenant, he pursued his passion for collecting firearms through his involvement as vice president of A&P Arms. He was a member of the VFW Post 392. Survivors include his sons, Tracy and David and his wife Nancy, all of Virginia Beach. A graveside service will be held Friday at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Reginald Burgess, Ph.D. officiating at Princess Anne Memorial Park. A gathering to honor "Wild" Bill's life will immediately follow at his home.
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Chuck Lichtenhan
December 11, 2008
Wild Bill, Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate. It was my privelege to have known you.
Jack Finn
December 11, 2008
David, Nancy and Tracy,
David it was good to talk and talk to you last night. Sounds like you have had an emotional and trying several months. Both my mother and I want to extend our sincere condolences to all of you. Losing a parent is very difficult and we are thinking of you.
Jack and Lucille
December 10, 2008
Nancy and David,
We are sorry to hear of your loss and will be thinking of you.
Thoughts and prayers ......Fran, Vicki, Mandi, Zachari and Tori
December 10, 2008
"Wild Bill" you were there the day Gunny and I met. You will always be in our thoughts. We will miss you.
Gunny & Kim Grimes
LT(JG) Buddy Hembree
December 10, 2008
Bill, I feel I was privileged to know you and receive your guidance while we were attached to an attack squadron at NAS Oceana. My naval life was patterned after you...and it was successful, just as yours. Fair winds and smooth seas to you, you were one of my hero's.
Nina Friedman
December 10, 2008
Trac,I am sorry for your loss for you and your family - your Dad was a great guy - always quick with a smile and a flower he will be missed
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