- Date Of Birth: July 15, 1924
- Date Of Death: December 24, 2008
- State: Maryland
FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS
Robert W. Braswell, 84, of Secretary, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2008, at his home. He was born in Georgia on July 15, 1924 and was a son of the late Floyd and Daisy Parker Braswell.
Mr. Braswell grew up and attended school in North Carolina. In 1943 he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in World War II, retiring as Master Chief sonarman in 1974. He loved his country and was a member of the VFW Post 7937 in Greensboro, MD and the American Legion Post 243 in Hurlock.
On December 30, 1961 he married the former Marie Edgar. After his retirement from active military service, he continued his career in sonar technology, working as a Sonar Technician for General Dynamics (Electric Boat division) in Groton, CT for 16 years. He retired in 1990.
Mr.
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