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William C. Kerber

March 25, 1917 - September 03, 2008

William C. Kerber

Commander William C. Kerber, Jr., U.S. Navy retired, 91, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 in Savannah.

Commander Kerber was born in New York City, NY on March 25, 1917, the son of the late William C. and Dorothea N. Kerber. He was a graduate of Drexel University where he earned his degree in Civil Engineering. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving as a pilot during World War II and the Conflicts of Korea and Vietnam. He retired from the navy after twenty-six dedicated years as Commander. After his military tenure he began his career with Flight Safety International which brought him to Savannah thirty years ago. He retired from Flight Safety International with twenty-six thousand accident free hours. William was an avid golfer of which he played everyday he could following his career.

He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-four years, Patricia F. Kerber; son, William C. Kerber, III and his wife Terry of Hartfield, VA; daughter, Pam Davis of Virginia Beach, VA; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Memorial Service: 11:00 AM Monday at Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church.

Remembrances may be made to Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA 31401.

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Unfortunately, I was just made aware of this through a unanimous forwarded email. My prayers go out to my Grandfather, of whom I have many treasured memories. Worlds apart, we have been, and will be until we meet again. Someday. God Bless you, my Grandmother. Conrad Anthony Kerber

- Conrad Kerber, , GU

Mrs. Kerber, I am a volunteer and board member at the Hunter Thrift Shop, Army wife, and knew your husband as Mr. Kerber. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed. His service to his country was amazing. I wish I could have heard some of his stories. My husband and eleven year old son are fascinated with WWII stories. The ladies at the Thrift Shop are thinking of you. Sherrie Lewis

- Sherrie Lewis, Savannah, GA

Dear Pat I am thinking of you and I want you to know if there is anything I can do to help you please let me know.My nos. are 754-9153 or 659-0596. Pat Hudspeth Veterinarian,Ret.

- Hudspeth Pat, savannah, GA

Dear Pat I am thinking of you and I want you to know if there is anything I can do to help you please let me know.My nos. are 754-9153 or 659-0596. Pat Hudspeth Veterinarian,Ret.

- Hudspeth Pat, savannah, GA

Wanted to let you know that are thinking of all of you. We are happy to have met such a fine man at Dodie and Matt's wedding. Fondly, Allison, Jay, Anna and Sarah Hescock

- Allison Hescock, New Orleans, LA

To Mrs. William C. Kerber and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. With sympathy, Leith Pengue

- Mrs. Leith Pengue, Savannah, GA

I am very sorry for your lost. Bill was a very special person and will always be remembered in my heart.

- Robert Hart, Savannah, GA

Unfortunately, I was just made aware of this through a unanimous forwarded email. My prayers go out to my Grandfather, of whom I have many treasured memories. Worlds apart, we have been, and will be until we meet again. Someday. God Bless you, my Grandmother. Conrad Anthony Kerber

- Conrad Kerber, , GU

Mrs. Kerber, I am a volunteer and board member at the Hunter Thrift Shop, Army wife, and knew your husband as Mr. Kerber. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed. His service to his country was amazing. I wish I could have heard some of his stories. My husband and eleven year old son are fascinated with WWII stories. The ladies at the Thrift Shop are thinking of you. Sherrie Lewis

- Sherrie Lewis, Savannah, GA

Dear Pat I am thinking of you and I want you to know if there is anything I can do to help you please let me know.My nos. are 754-9153 or 659-0596. Pat Hudspeth Veterinarian,Ret.

- Hudspeth Pat, savannah, GA

Dear Pat I am thinking of you and I want you to know if there is anything I can do to help you please let me know.My nos. are 754-9153 or 659-0596. Pat Hudspeth Veterinarian,Ret.

- Hudspeth Pat, savannah, GA

Wanted to let you know that are thinking of all of you. We are happy to have met such a fine man at Dodie and Matt's wedding. Fondly, Allison, Jay, Anna and Sarah Hescock

- Allison Hescock, New Orleans, LA

To Mrs. William C. Kerber and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. With sympathy, Leith Pengue

- Mrs. Leith Pengue, Savannah, GA

I am very sorry for your lost. Bill was a very special person and will always be remembered in my heart.

- Robert Hart, Savannah, GA

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200