Willie James White served aboard the USS Calvert from April 1951 to December 1952 as a Steward Third Class (St3c) and Ship’s Serviceman Third Class (Sh3c).
Willie reached his 100th Birthday in August, 2024. Sadly, Willie passed in May 2025. His obituary can be found here: https://www.robinsonfuneralhomerh.com/obituary/willie-white
Here is a photograph of Willie at his time of enlistment in the U.S. Navy in 1943.
Willie served aboard the following ships during his 47 years of service in the U.S. Navy:
- USS Denver CL-58
- USS Cascade AD-16
- USS Okanogan APA-220
- USS Calvert APA-32
- USS George Clymer APA-27
- USS Montrose APA-212
- USS Turner DDR-834
Appreciation to Willie’s grand daughter, Donna, for providing the photographs and service information.
Willie’s life story is now featured on the AcornTV series, Relative Secrets, season 1 the Dawson Family episode.
God Bless you Willie. Sailed on the Calvert out of Pusan, Korea July ’53. To you, I am a youngster of 92!!!!!
Willie James White!
Wonderful to hear of your pending century mark and proud to have you onboard. Thank you to Willie’s grand daughter for this wonderful salute and great pictures Willie!