WILLIAM-SMITH-Obituary

WILLIAM SMITH

Washington, District of Columbia

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September 9, 2020
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Washington, District of Columbia

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SMITH WILLIAM DEE SMITH Admiral, USN (Ret.) Admiral William Dee Smith, USN, Ret. passed away on September 9, 2020. He is survived by his soul mate of 63 years, Sabra Harriman Smith, his daughter, Evangeline Quinn and son-in-law, Kevin Quinn. He is predeceased by his son Frederick W. Smith who...

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God bless his family.

Brently Davis: Everyone said to stick with him as long as you can.

@Kathleen Driscoll I'm in agreement with you. I loved being one of his Flag Writers during my tour at the Pentagon. Wonderful man and gentleman.

God bless. Loved being his Flag Writer in Pentagon.

Dear Sabra, family and friends of William´s, On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at William´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Hardhead SS-365, USS Tinosa SSN-606, USS George Washington SSBN-598, USS Abraham Lincoln SSBN-602, USS Will Rogers SSBN-659, USS Daniel Boone SSBN-629 and as Commanding Officer on...

I was his Flag Writer in the Pentagon. God bless him.

Bill was a close friend & relative to my parents (Norma & Harlan Koertje). They were so proud of all of his accomplishments. They remained close to both Bill and Sabra through the years & spoke fondly of both of them.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Wonderful person, a gentleman and mentor tomany

Sailor, Rest Your Oar as You Cross "The River" to the "Harbor of No Return"