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William Peck Obituary
In addition to his wife, Mary, of 38 years, Bill leaves behind his six children, William W. Peck of Matthews, North Carolina, David D. Peck of Somers, Virginia P. Johnston of Pittsford, Vermont, Thomas B. Peck of Frankfort, Maine, Loretta K. Gorcenski of Columbia, and Jenifer S. Carey of South Windsor; one stepdaughter, Mary D. Christensen of Avon; 25 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his first wife, Norma R. (Wallner) Peck.
Bill was born May 21, 1924, in Watertown, New York, to parents William A. and Ruth H. (Bull) Peck. He graduated from Carthage High School in Carthage, New York, and Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering.
Bill enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942. He completed V-12 unit at Purdue University and Officer Candidate School at Cornell University. He served in the Pacific in World War II, with special training at the Combat Information Center, Brunswick Naval Air Station and Tactical Radar School, St. Simons Island, Georgia. He attained rank of ensign, executive officer, engineering officer, and commissary and supply officer. He served on the U.S.S. PC1143.
He was employed as an electrical engineer by United Technology for 33 years in Windsor Locks. His many projects included designing control systems and circuitry for aircraft. Bill was a social, active man who was involved in his community and church for the most of his life. He enjoyed family reunions, travel, and community service. He ministered in prison fellowship and helped people start new businesses through the Service Corps of Retired Executives.
Bill's family will receive friends Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Road, South Windsor.
There will be a funeral service Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 10 a.m. at Truth Baptist Church, 60 Burnham St., South Windsor. Please go directly to church. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Bill's life. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to South Windsor Senior Center, 150 Nevers Road, South Windsor, CT 06074; or to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
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Bob and Judy Small
September 14, 2017
Mary and Family:
We remember Bill as a man who loved Jesus and his family. He was such a sincere and gentle man. We loved seeing him on Sundays at Baptist Fellowship for many years.
ALICIA RILEY
September 14, 2017
The Peck family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He sounds like a great man who helped many people. You all were blessed to spend many years with him. My Condolences Alicia Riley
Lianie Unterzuber
September 10, 2017
I will always carry fond memories of Bill. He was a good and honorable man who loved his family. My condolences and warm regards to his family during this difficult time.
Lianie Gorcenski Unterzuber
Raleigh, NC
Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home
September 10, 2017
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
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