SUNSET BEACH — Eugene Joseph “Gene” Williams, 95, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019.
He was born in Washington, D.C., and lived most of his life in the D.C. and Maryland areas.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nancy in 2003; daughter, Linda; grandson, Jeffrey Ryan; four brothers; and only sister.
Gene attended local schools in D.C. and began working for the Department of the Navy after graduation. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943 and served on LSTS and shore duty in North Africa during World War II. While serving in the Mediterranean, he earned a Purple Heart. After returning from his service overseas, Gene was on shore patrol in Washington, D.C., for the remainder of his service commitment.
Gene married Nancy, his “Sweetie,” and the love of his life, in 1945. Together, they enjoyed 58 years of marriage. After retiring from the printing business in the mid 1990s, Gene and Nancy moved to Sunset Beach, where they continued pursuing their love for golf, travel and the many amenities at Sea Trail Resort.
Surviving are his son, Gene “Jody” Williams Jr., and his wife, Penni; grandchildren, Nancy Linn and Jason, and his wife, Theresa; and five great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 1, at Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel, Shallotte. Funeral and interment will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Brunswick County Meals on Wheels or charity of choice.
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