Hershel Williams

Hershel Williams

Hershel Williams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 30, 2022.
Hershel Williams was a U.S. Marine who was awarded a Medal of Honor for his heroism in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II.

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December 13, 2022

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Steve C

December 13, 2022

A true hero. I have a copy of that famous photo of the flag being raised on Mount Sarabachi signed by Hershel Williams.

Stephanie Schell

July 12, 2022

You will be remembered by your fellow countrymen.

George Hilbish

July 11, 2022

The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!

July 9, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

Chris

July 5, 2022

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Hershel Williams. May God give your family comfort and peace as you mourn his loss. Philippians 4:7

Stephanie Schell

July 4, 2022

You will be remembered for your service to our country during World War II.

July 4, 2022

What an outstanding career, so very dedicated. Heartfelt sympathies to the Williams family, so very sorry for your loss, may God be with you in your time of loss.

Bobby Snyder

July 4, 2022

Rest In Peace, brave Marine. Thank you for your service to our great country and the sacrifices you made. May your memory always be for a blessing.

Scott Douglas

July 1, 2022

Thank you for your service, dedication, and sacrifice.

May you reunite with your wife and loved ones peacefully

Jack Lauer

July 1, 2022

I had the honor of meeting Woody at a WV American Legion Boys State program. He was guest speaker. He spoke to a group of several hundred young men. Very inspiring. Woody was a gentleman and a real American hero.

Mark Zelinskas

July 1, 2022

RIP Marine. Semper Fi. Thank you

Diana S

July 1, 2022

Thank you for your courage and love of your fellow marines in doing what he said was doing his jobTrue sacrifice of self.

Msgt Kurt R Barron USMC

July 1, 2022

The Greatest of the Greatest Generation. My condolences on your loss. I am honored to have had the opportunity to meet him and shake his hand.

veteran

July 1, 2022

Thank you for your very very brave service to our country ! God Bless you

Robert E. Thomas, III

June 30, 2022

Semper Fi, my friend. You were an inspiration to me. Rest in peace.

Diana Patton

June 30, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Louise Barron

June 30, 2022

Thank you Mr. Williams, for your heroism, bravery, patriotism and dedication to our country We honor you sir.

SGT Schroeder

June 30, 2022

oohrah

R R

June 30, 2022

Sincere sympathies to the Williams family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all to give you comfort and strength to help you endure your time of sorrow.

June 30, 2022

God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's...My heartfelt condolences to the family's and friends..

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