William -Champlin-Obituary

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William G. Champlin

Pensacola, Florida

Oct 2, 1921 – Jan 12, 2019 (Age 97)

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BORN
October 2, 1921
DIED
January 12, 2019
AGE
97
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Pensacola, Florida
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Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel - Pensacola Obituary

William G. Champlin passed away from natural causes on January 12, 2019. Bill was a native Pensacolian born October 02, 1921 to the late Henry Gardiner and Gladys Smith Champlin. He attended local schools and graduated from the University of Florida in 1943. He served in the European Theatre...

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My wife and I met Bill on a riverboat cruise that started in Budapest and ended in Holland. We both instantly liked him. He had a very affable manner, and humbly told me at a certain point in Germany that he had lost a lot of friends in battle right near where we were. I took his photograph right there, and we stayed in touch until he passed away. He was one of those rare people you instantly like and never forget. Just a truly fine man who served his country in battle and in peace. RIP, Bill...

May Mr. Champlin rest in peace. He was a fine gentleman. Sympathy and condolences to the family.

My thoughts and prayers to Mr. Champlin's family. Although I did not know Mr. Champlin my Aunt, Martha Brown Jones worked many years for Mutual Federal retiring when AmSouth took them over. I always remember Aunt Martha talking fondly and respectfully of Mr. Champlin, I could tell she liked him very much and was happy working with him. My God comfort you all and may all of you remember the great life Mr. Champlin lived.
Mark Caro

Dear Poussinette,
Ruth and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family relative to Bill's passing..
He sure was one of the finest men we ever knew.
Sincerely,
Ed Chadbourne

Brooks-So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great guy and lived a full life.
Best, Chip Traynor-- Atlanta

Condolences to the family. Mr. Champlin was a wonderful man who raised a wonderful family. Thoughts and prayers to you all as you reflect on a life well lived. With sympathy, Jeff Lewis

To Brooks and other family members, Please accept my condolences for your loss. May your many wonderful memories give you comfort in the coming days. I was honored to have served with Bill on the Escambia County Civil Service Board and recall him fondly.

C. David Walker
Pensacola

Gardiner, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Its been many years but I still remember him and the times we spent together way back when. My best to you and your family.. Andy

He was a wonderful father and great example of how to live an exceptional life.