Edward L. "Ed" Williams

WILLIAMS, EDWARD "ED" L., a lifelong Orlando resident, died March 11, 2005, at The Adventist Care Center after a lengthy illness. Born December 18, 1922. Ed served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1945 during which time he completed Glider Pilot Training. He participated in battles in Bismark, New Quinea, So. Phillippines and Western Pacific, receiving two bronze stars and several other citations. He served with the 390th Bomb Squadron. Before he retired he was a sales rep for Seville Industries and McCoy Pottery and held several offices in the Fla. State Florist Assoc. He was a member of the Pine Castle Old Timers until his illness. Ed was loved by many who knew him and will be missed. He is survived by two sons, David of Orlando and Lamar of CO; sister, Pauline Jordan of Pine Castle; two granddaughters and two nieces and nephews. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Services by Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home. 407-293-1361.