Steward (#?)
Strathroy Cemetery Plot: K.17.9 lat. 42º56.716′ / long -81º38.332′
“William was born on September 23, 1922, in London, ON. He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy on October 1, 1940, and served as a steward with the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve in England, the Mediterranean area, and the High Seas during World War II. He was discharged on September 28, 1945, due to medical reasons. He married Eileen, who also served in the Royal Canadian Navy. For his services, William was awarded the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp, the 1939-45 Star, and the Atlantic Star. He was a member of Sir Arthur Currie Legion Branch 116 for 29 years. William passed away on March 20, 1992.”
[Source: Legion Ontario Command Military Service recognition Nook, Volume II, page 103]]