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William Theophilus Middlebrook

Naples, Florida

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MIDDLEBROOK, William Theophilus 89, passed away November 10, 2008 in Naples, FL, after a brief illness. He was born February 10, 1919 in Lowell, MA, and grew up in Northfield, VT. He graduated from Fessenden School, West Newton, MA; Phillips Academy, Andover, MA; and Trinity College, Hartford,...

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Mr. Middlebrook,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the USN during WW II as a "Tin Can Sailor" aboard Destroyer Escorts. The Men who served aboard the destroyer escorts during WW II were some of the unsung heroes of the War-they escort convoys and defended them against submarine and air attacks as well as hunted down submarines and provided crucial support in amphibious operations as well. And to your family and loved...

Marilyn & family - I was saddened to learn of Bill's passing. I have wonderful memories of the kisses (chocolate) Bill and I exchanged in the beauty salon when he would bring you in and pick you up. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was so compassionate and kind to so many people. Bill was a very loving and giving man and loved his Marilyn very much. Marilyn, I will be down to see you in January. Love & Hugs - Connie Hilgemann (Marilyn's hairdresser for many years in Naples).

Maybe it had a little to do with the fact that we came from Needham, but the moment we walked into the church in Naples, Bill became a friend. He gave of himself tirelessly to his church and community. Thanks to him we all got to enjoy the Red Sox at spring training.

Bill & Mary Morrison, sorry to learn about Bill passing, it was wonderful knowing him while living in Needham, our deepest condolences to you & the family.