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Stack, William, PO2.
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Last Address New Orleans
Date of Passing Nov 06, 2007
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Upon his discharge from the Navy, Bill Stack continued his maritime career with the Merchant Marine. Bill served on vessels that sailed from many U. S. ports, and he enjoyed liberty in many foreign ports. In 1969, Bill began work at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and served aboard the research vessel Atlantis II. Bill considered his years at Woods Hole to be the best of his career. He retired in 1977, and was a resident of Willowbrook Manor Rest and Retirement Home, Millis, MA, until his death on November 6, 2007.
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Bill never married, and is survived by his three nephews, Edward M. Stack of Virginia Beach, VA, Robert M. Stack of Worcester, MA, and Michael J. Stack of Cavendish, VT.
Worst Moment Ship was torpedoed, by German U-165, on evening of 27Aug42, in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Ship limped back into port, but 4 crewmembers were killed in the attack.
Other Memories Ship's mascot was a black cat named Eight Ball.
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