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Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 17, 2001.

Lt. Commander David Lucian Williams, 32, of Newport, Oregon, U.S. Navy.

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Elaine

June 5, 2019

May David RIP.

Del Newberry

January 9, 2018

My thoughts and prayers go out to David's friends and family today. We will never forget. Much love from Texas,

September 12, 2016

May there be comfort found in memories of times, laughter and love shared. You are remembered this day. God bless your family with peace and comfort

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August 26, 2015

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Mark Erikson

May 26, 2015

For reasons only God knows, I was thinking about LCDR David Williams this Memorial Day weekend. I had the pleasure and privilege of working alongside this intelligent, motivating officer during a brief time together in Amphibious Group TWO. God Speed. I look forward to a time when we can laugh and tell golf stories again. You would have been an awesome XO and CO. Your mentor, friend and golf student - CDR, USN (ret) Mark Erikson

Beautiful tribute to this hero to commemorate the day of his birth

Judi Rowe

February 4, 2014

Dear Williams famiily,
Thank you so much for your beautiful son. My heart aches for your loss.

Chris Decandia

September 11, 2011

To the family and friends, My family prays for you all.

Teri Freedman

September 11, 2011

On this 10th anniversary of 9/11, we are remembering you through your three beautiful children, and their lovely mother, of whom you would be so proud. Never forget!

Tony Michel

September 10, 2011

May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten. God Bless all the victims of September 11.

Brandy Brennan

September 8, 2011

To David's family, thank you for your beautiful son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are grateful to you and David. I have told my children of David's sacrifice

David Rome

September 4, 2011

Dear Mike and Family, Just wanted to let you know that Im thinking about all of you all as this Date approaches. Hope you all are well.

Peggy Childers

September 9, 2010

To the family of Lt. Commander David Lucian Williams:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our heroes of September 11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Sharon Jones

September 11, 2009

Though I knew you not, we are connected by the beautiful state of Oregon. I thank you for the sacrifice you made on our behalf.
Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. Rom 15:13
You will not be forgotten.

Tim Pike

March 2, 2009

I thank you for your service to our Country and God bless your family. I have not and will not forget that day.

Doug Abraham

February 2, 2009

Happy Birthday!!!

David d Butler

November 18, 2008

With sincere condolances.
Chief Butler

Jim Anderson

September 11, 2008

Dave, I have good memories of our cross country and track days back in South Lakes High School. Despite a life cut short far too early, I am comforted that you had success at VMI, you had a fine family, and served our country as an officer in our Navy. My heart sunk on 9/11/01 when I heard your name mentioned during a TV interview at the Pentagon, and despite not having seen you since our 1987 graduation, I instantly knew it was you when I heard the name David L. Williams. Last year, I missed seeing you at our 20th high school reunion, but we know what you did for America. Thank you, Dave.

You're part of the reason I'm running again after a 15-year lapse; and in the final 2-miles-to-go mark in the Marine Corps Marathon, when I run past your grave at the ANC, you can be assured that I'm thinking of you, buddy. Even with you gone, it still feels like you are cheering us on for a good finish. I hope that Providence grants a good life to all of your family, and I am glad to have been your friend so many years ago.

David Williams

June 19, 2008

I didnt know David or anyone else that died that day. He and I shared the same name and because of that I felt compelled to add a note. Godspeed David Williams from another David Williams that will think of you from now on whenever that dark day is mentioned.

Ken Ruud

March 12, 2008

I know your dad from church and if you were anything like him, and I'm sure you were, then I hope to meet you in heaven one day.

Doug Abraham

February 2, 2008

Happy Birthday!!!

Becky Urbanski

September 13, 2007

David is my brother. I miss him everday. No matter how many years go by I will never forget. I see his face in his childern,all 3 of them. I know he is looking down on us. I miss you Dave.

P Tabbernor

August 31, 2007

In memory....

Angela Hamilton

July 24, 2007

I met David because of one of my college roommates. He liked to pick on me and I liked to tease him. I have missed his presence here on this earth since 9/11/01. His family is often in my prayers.

Debbie Mayberry

September 11, 2006

My heart goes out to your family on this day of remembrance. My only connection is being an Oregonian...a neighbor of sorts. You and all that were lost that day and since then because of that day will not be forgotten.

Lisa Rogers

September 10, 2006

Brother O Brother, where art thou my brother.David althought I have'nt seen you since we were young I cry for you and for the person that was lost to your family. You made a big impact on me as a child for the short time you lived with us. I can only imagation your effect on people as a man. I offen wish I could have knowen your wife and childern, our family prays for them often. We missed you the day our brother called to say you were missing and you will be missed for ever more.Gods grace to our family. Your step sister Lisa and family.

Ben Dawson

August 15, 2006

I knew Dave as a cadet at VMI. He always seemed to be in a good mood, he was humble, and he got along well with everyone.

Jaz, Jessica and Jazmin Students from Long Reach High School

September 11, 2003

Our best wishes go out to you and your family. I am sorry for such a great loss. But you must remember that your loved ones are in a better place now and are watching down on you. God Bless.

~Jessica, Jaz,and Jazmin

LongReach Highschool- Columbia MD

Alexa West

July 15, 2003

My prayers are with you.

J Vasseur

September 13, 2002

On September 11, 2002, it was both an honor and a privilege to wear a bracelet with your name on it. It will always be kept with my special possessions. My prayers are with you.

Cindy Gomez

September 13, 2002

I didn't know David at all but the day of the one year remembrence of the 9/11 attacks our city (EL Paso) made a memorial for all of the victims. We would get a ribbion with one of the victims name and ring a bell in their memory. I recived Davids ribbion and rang that bell proud for him. I wore that ribbion with pride all day long to pay my respect to our hero David.

VMI CADET

September 12, 2002

DIED ON THE FIELD OF HONOR, SIR.

"They will not grow old,

as we that are left grow old.

Age shall not weary them,

nor the years condemn."

VMI Class of 2004

-"Well done, my good and faithful servant"

Kayla Koerber

September 11, 2002

I never had the opportunity to meet David, but his mother is a co-worker of mine. She always spoke with great pride of her son. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family as they remember the ultimate price David paid for our freedom.

Cathy (Knicely) Knupp

September 10, 2002

I just learned of this terrible loss on the eve of the one year anniversary. My heart goes out to his family and many friends. He was a wonderful person.

Frank Louthan

September 10, 2002

Dave was a classmate of mine at VMI. VMI '91 will always hold Dave dear to our hearts, and we will miss him dearly. we continue to remember the Williams in our prayers. God Bless

Frank, Jennifer, Frank Garrett, and Miller Louthan

Jerry Stevens

September 5, 2002

To Sara and family & Friends of Lt. Commander David Lucian Williams,

I wasn't aware that a person from oregon was lost in the 9/11 tragedy. I am so sorry and our hearts we forever touched by this deep national, and for you, personal tragedy. We continue to grieve over the horrible loss of such a young and precious life.

"No Greater love has a man that he lay down his life for his friends"

David gave his life for his nation, family, friends and those who are now friends-by-sacrifice, including me. We hold you and your daughters in prayer and send our love and concern.

God's best to you and your family.

PS Our church hopes to send more notes of honor and support to help you and other victims thru this time. I hope you get this soon!

Take Care in God's Care!

Jerry & Debbie Stevens

Barbara Seaver

August 24, 2002

You will always be a hero to me, and I will never forget. Thanks for all you have given for me and my fellow Americans. You paid the ultimate price for our freedom. God Bless you, Dave.....

Angie Campbell

June 11, 2002

May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind last September. Rest in his loving peace forever more..........

May 24, 2002

MAY GOD SHINE HIS LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL HERO..LT.COMMANDER DAVID LUCIAN WILLIAMS AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA..MAY JESUS AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

Tom Hayes

March 1, 2002

I never meet Dave but we were in the same Union (Local 94)God Bless and I pray for your family and friends. You are a true Hero.

Teresa Jahn

January 12, 2002

We thank David for protecting our country as a member of the Navy. Such a dedication to others comes with a brave warm and caring heart. May his courage, life and love live on in all who love him. Our hearts cry with you in your loss of David. We are deeply sorry.

America Cries

We see your sorrow-

and our hearts cry....

We can not erase your pain

but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-

-the American people-

are beside you.

We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,

the strength that gives you courage,

and the words to lighten your spirits.

And when we are left speechless

may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts

to ease your sorrow.

May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-

-the American people-

face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn

Dixon, IL

Jan and Zane Azbarea

November 6, 2001

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Natalie Trott

October 15, 2001

Eternal Father, strong to save,

Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,

Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep

Its own appointed limits keep;

Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee,

For those in peril on the sea!

--God rest your soul, LCDR Williams.

With respect and honor,

Natalie