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| Plankowner Posts: 5024 Location: Gulfport, MS | Subject: Sunday Obits MULLIGAN, George Frederick, 94, of Canton, IL died at 12:35 PM on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Farmington Country Manor in Farmington, IL. He was born in Canton, IL to Louis and Ruth (Fordyce) Mulligan on December 9, 1926. He married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Jean Haughawout on November 25, 1945, in Canton, IL. She preceded him in death on October 9, 2015. Fred's life reads like a fictional novel. He grew up during the Great Depression and spent his early years in a horse drawn wagon zig zagging around the Midwest to dodge the Pinkerton's. Fred left high school to join the Navy. At the time, he was not of age, so he lied and went on to fight in WWII. He patrolled the South Pacific while serving aboard the submarine USS Cod (SS-224) from August 28, 1945, to January 5, 1946. He was the last surviving crewmember who served on this vessel during WWII. After the war, Fred returned home to Canton, IL and married his high school sweetheart, Shirley. Together for over 70 years, they raised six children, including a child with special needs, whose side he never left for over 60 years. Fred lived many lives. While attending WIU they had a dance studio and donut shop, where dad befriended civil rights leader C.T. Vivian. Fred became a farmer until their house burnt down, he rebuilt the Orndorf, survived tornados and floods all while serving his community as a teacher, coach, bus driver and principal. After he moved his family to Colorado, he became an entrepreneur. He owned restaurants, real estate and a Bed & Breakfast. Eventually, he returned to his roots as a farmer back in Canton, IL where he remained until his death. As a Christian, retired educator and coach he had a positive effect on thousands of lives. Fred was best known for his omnipresent smile, optimistic outlook on life and willingness to help others. In addition to his wife, preceding him in death is one of his three daughters, Shauna Mulligan, his five brothers, Chuck, Earl Robert, Louis, Tom, Virgil, and his one sister, Mildred Simmons as well as his parents. Fred leaves behind a large family legacy. Surviving him are his children Kathy (Doug) Nafziger, Stephen Mulligan, Patrick (Margaret) Mulligan, Sean Mulligan, and Erin (Ed) Welcome; thirteen grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, and three sisters, Nelda (Lloyd) Wages; Donna (Nelson) Maxwell; Peggy (Mike) McCreight. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Monday, November 1, 2021, at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Evangelical Free Church in Canton, IL. Pastor Brandon Theobald will officiate. Burial will take place in Orendroff – Breeds Cemetery in rural Canton, where Military honors will be conducted by the United States Navy and the Canton VFW. Memorials can be made to the USS Cod Restoration Foundation. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com. Posted online on October 29, 2021 DAVIES, Frederick W. Jr., 79, of Ledyard, CT sailed on to his Heavenly Father's Kingdom unexpectedly Oct. 27, 2021. Fred journeyed from his hometown of Youngstown, Ohio, to the U.S. Naval Base in Groton, to grace the submarine world with his gifts and talents as an electronics technician, always calm and alert. He became a "plank-owner" aboard the USS Sturgeon (SSN-637), a stealth boat, first of the 637 Class. In his undersea adventures with his fellow crewmembers, he shared the experience of navigating beneath the North Pole. Fred reveled in all the joys of outdoor life and nature, especially sailing and fishing, with family gathered around him. His proficiency in electronics technology led him to several careers, where he contributed his expertise to General Dynamics/Electric Boat, Unisys and, in retirement, Foxwoods Casino. His daily computer correspondence with friends, family and colleagues, along with assisting with computer repairs, provided him opportunity to pursue that favorite pastime. He was a dedicated, kind and loyal person of few words, with deep wells of wisdom, which he drew upon and shared throughout his life when needed, especially during these days of disturbing unrest. Fred modeled the Golden Rule, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you," throughout his life, ever-present in his quiet strength. Fred leaves his wife, a native of Old Lyme, Beverly Ann Barlow Davies. They were married in 1970, and made their lakeside home in Ledyard, sharing 51 years of partnership. Fred is also survived by their son Frederick W. Davies III, and his partner Erica Brodeur, of Plainfield; two grandchildren of the Mashantucket Pequot Nation, Frederick M. Davies, Ledyard, and Breanna Ward, and her husband, Jeff of Maysville, N.C.; and five great-grandchildren. In addition, he leaves behind his Ohio and Connecticut families: sisters, Sally Davies Jones and her husband, Jim of Poland, and Sue Davies Maloney of Youngstown; and brother Jim Davies of Chandler, Ariz.; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Barlow Cerruti, Ivoryton, Helen Barlow Slocum, Holland, N.Y., and the Rev. Nina Barlow Schmid, South Windsor; and brother-in-law Joseph L. Barlow Jr. and his wife Linda of Old Saybrook. Family and friends are invited to gather at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Duck River Cemetery, Old Lyme, for a graveside celebration of Fred's loving life. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wounded Warriors Foundation are welcome. For further information or to leave a remembrance, go to: www.fultontherouxoldlyme.com. Published by The Day on Oct. 31, 2021 BOYKIN, Rhodes, Jr., CAPT, USN, Ret., 94, died at his home in Chevy Chase, Maryland on October 18, 2021. A Birmingham native, he attended the Marion Military Institute (MMI) before receiving his appointment to the US Naval Academy from Senator John H. Bankhead II. He graduated with the Academy class of 1949. He later attended Navy submarine school and received an MBA from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Capt. Boykin served 23 years on active duty, mostly in the submarine service. His first command was the submarine USS Cubera (SS-347), based in Norfolk, Virginia. His last sea command was Submarine Division 22, consisting of 8 submarines and a submarine rescue vessel, based in Groton, Connecticut. His shore duty assignments included the Office of Naval Research, where he was the Navy's representative for the deep submersible ALVIN. In that capacity he participated in 1966 in recovering the hydrogen bomb that was lost in the Mediterranean near Palomares, Spain and located by the ALVIN at a depth of more than 2,500 feet. His last tour of duty was in the office of the Chief of Naval Operations in the Pentagon. During his military service, Capt. Boykin earned awards that included the Legion of Merit, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Meritorious Unit commendation and Korean Service Medal. After retiring from the Navy, Capt. Boykin joined the international management consulting firm of Booz Allen Hamilton. He spent 17 years in the Washington, DC office and retired as a partner and senior vice president. Capt. Boykin's wife of 63 years, Joan Jarrett Boykin, of Chattanooga, Tennessee predeceased him. He is survived by daughter, Katherine Ulman (Mrs. Craig H.) of Chevy Chase, Maryland, son Rhodes "Rho" Boykin III of Bethesda, Maryland and two grandchildren. Capt. Boykin was buried on Thursday, October 28, 2021, in the historic Oak Hill Cemetery in Birmingham, where his wife and many family members are buried. Published by The Birmingham News Oct. 31, 2021. KAY, Robert Frank, 86, died at his home in Northfield after a difficult battle with cancer on Friday, October 22, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. Bob was born in 1935, in Evanston, IL. Early in life, he contracted bulbar polio and spent a year battling the disease, defining the rest of his life as a strong and determined person. He attended New Trier High School followed by Duke University. After graduating in 1958, Lieutenant Kay, immediately shipped out to Navy serving in his beloved submarine core. He left the Navy in 1962 to succeed his father as a 3rd generation president of Woodwork Corporation of America. Bob was introduced to Jean during the summer of 1963, and it was love at first sight. They were married four months later. Over the next 57 years, Bob and Jean raised a beautiful family and enjoyed many happy adventures together. Bob was a devoted father and grandfather, whether it was cheering on at sporting events or teaching his family to enjoy life's lovely things. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Jean Mary Kay; and children, Julie, Pam (Curt), and Tim (Debbie); and eight grandchildren. He will be remembered as a humble, hardworking, and honest man with a great sense of humor. Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 31, 2021. DILWORTH, Richard Hanson, died at Richmond Westminster Canterbury on October 22, 2021. Born in Harrisonburg, October 24, 1927, he enlisted in the US Navy at age 17 and servered aboard the USS Sea Devil (SS-400) as a F1c for six months in 1947. After active duty in the Submarine Force, he served in the Naval Reserve Intelligence Unit, retiring with the rank of Commander in 1968. He graduated from the University of Virginia in 1951, then joined State-Planters Bank in Richmond (now Truist), where he spent his entire working career. He retired in 1984 after serving as President of the Bank's Capital Region. His numerous civic endeavors included the United Way and the Richmond Chamber of Commerce. He also served on the Boards of Sweetbriar College, St. Paul's College and Agecroft Hall. He had been Director of Garfinckel's, Brook Brothers, Miller & Rhoads; Overnite Transportation Co.; Lawyers Title Insurance Corp; and Mutual Assurance Society of Va. An ardent Anglophile who traveled extensively in Britain, a major activity of his retirement was sharing his knowledge with various audiences. Mr. Dilworth and his wife of 68 years, Joan Parker Dilworth, settled into Westminster Canterbury in 2014. They enjoyed new friends and deeply appreciated the wonderful staff, especially their Hospice Team and the doctors and nurses who eased him lovingly through his last days. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Faith Grieger, Jennifer Dilworth and her husband, Randy Evans; son, Richard Jr. and his wife, Scotty Guinn Dilworth; and two granddaughters, Miranda and Natalya Evans, all of whom can attest to his ever present sense of humor and proclivity to tease family members and friends. In accordance with his wishes, interment in Hollywood Cemetery will be private. The family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Westminster Canterbury Richmond Fellowship Fund, or to worthy causes of the donor's choice. Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Oct. 31, 2021. | ||
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Plankowner Posts: 9191 Location: Upper lefthand corner of the map. | Subject: RE: Sunday Obits I probably met Davies. Sturgeon and Flasher were at EB at the same time. I ran into many guys from all the boats there. I had several tours of Sturgeon while I was there. We were commissioned and left in Aug '66 and Sturgeon didn't commission until March '67. Next time I saw anything to do with her she had been decommissioned and her sail removed and place at the Keyport Museum outside of Bangor, Wa. | ||
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