May 25, 1926 – November 13, 2008
William McNeely
Personal Information
Birthplace: Merriam, KS
Service Information
Branch of Service: Marine Corps
Unit: 1st Division
Theater of Operation: Pacific
Enlisted / Commissioned: Apr 1, 1944
Discharged: Mar 15, 1965
Highest Rank: Chief Master Sergeant
Honored By: Norma Children Marsa, Mark
Biography
Bill served in the South Pacific with the 1st Marines Corps. He received his discharge in 1946. In March of 1947 he reenlisted in the Marines. After serving 2 more years he then enlisted in the USAF. He served in the Air force until his retirement in March 1965 with the rank of CM Sgt.
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