Photo courtesy of Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
1922 - 2017
William was born on May 26, 1922 and passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2017. William was a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana at the time of his passing. He graduated as salutatorian from Fisher High School in 1940. WT served in World War II as part of the 7th Army during Operation Dragoon the Allied invasion of Southern France. He was severely wounded in combat in Neufmaison France in November 1944 and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was also awarded the Victory Medal and the Bronze Star for heroic achievement in combat. He was married to Ruth. Visitation will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home in Baton Rouge on Saturday March 4 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until religious services at 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home Billy Graham Evangelistic Association or Samaritan's Purse.
Our most heart felt condolences from Judy and I in Hornbeck, La. Another member of the "Greatest Generation" has gone home. May you now rest peacefully at the bosom of Abraham.
John Jett
March 04, 2017 | Hornbeck, LA
Keeping all of WT's family and friends in my thoughts. Whenever I think of my old home in Baton Rouge, I picture WT next door, out in his workshop or on the porch, carving a Santa.
Deirdre Weaver
March 03, 2017 | Avon, CT
Bill I am sorry for your loss. I send my prayers. I am out of the country and will not be able to attend the service. Dub Noel
Dub Noel
March 03, 2017 | Baton Rouge, LA
One of the finest gentlemen I had the privilege to know and spend time with. I am so sorry for your loss and I will miss him greatly. I apologize for missing his services because we are in Texas for Emily's wedding. Let me know if there is anything we can do for Miss Ruth
Don Garland
March 02, 2017 | Baton Rouge, LA
