Contributions to the tribute of William E McQuaid

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Randy Rankin posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

AXCS Bill McQuaid was my boss as an instructor at ASWCC Dam Neck, Va.. He was very involved with all our lives both at work and after. Sandy and the kids were all our family. I remember when you called me to your house to watch your cat, launch the hamster out of the cage and across the room ! Bill thought the "Cat Shots" were hilarious. Going hang gliding and camping were a blast. Even when I crashed on the dirt bikes we were racing around the mountain in the wet mud. Sandy, I remember your voice on the phone when you called to ask, " Do Flares Cause Fires ? " and we had to open up the wall to make sure the pencil flare that had gone off was out...The McQuaid family is a bright light in my memory. Anita and I love you and are praying that you find comfort in so many lives that you guys brought joy to. I know Bill is smiling down on us all and his love for life will always be an inspiration to those of us who were lucky enough to call him our friend. Love and Prayers, The Rankin Family....Randy, Anita, John +family, Sarah+family, Jimmy+family, Joseph...

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Jerry Kaminski posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Bill was my senior chief when I was an instructor at Dam Neck - one of the best I had. He was a true class act and will be missed by all. FAirwinds shipmate until we meet again, He’s was also one of the best pinochle players-many long lunch games with him, Doug Herzog, Howard Tucker and myself!

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Bill Blackwell posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Bill & I worked together at TSC Sigonella. He was a good guy with a great attitude and team spirit. So very for your loss. Bill Blackwell

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Jim Beard posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

I served with Bill at Damneck ASWOC school in the early 80’s. We played basketball together there, Bill was always super competitive and always had a joke and a smile. I was an AX1 and Bill was an AXCS, Bill always made time to keep up with both your personal and professional life (this continued even after I left USN and bumped into Bill later in life). RIP my friend....

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Fred Orlowske uploaded photo(s)

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Back in 1975 Bill and Doug were my instructors at TSC School in Dam Neck, VA. I was fortunate to meet up with them again in 1977 when they were stationed at TSC Sigonella. Then I met up with Bill again in the mid '80's. I was deployed with VP-50 up in Adak, AK. He, Sandy, and family were stationed at the TSC in Adak. We renewed our friendship and Bill would come down for "conferences" down to NAS Moffett Field, CA where I was stationed at. Of course we'd always have a good time and were essentially brothers during his stay at Moffett. As you see in the attached photo, Bill was showing me his excellent barbecuing skills. Bill got along with everybody! He always had a laugh and a smile. Over the past few years I'd occasionally Bill and Sandy to catch up. We always had a GREAT conversation. I will miss that!!!!! I send my heartfelt condolences to the McQuaid family. Sandy, you lost a GREAT husband and the kids lost a GREAT dad. Needless to say, the Navy (active & retired) lost a person that could be depended upon and looked upon for advice and guidance. Fair Winds and Following Seas. Love ya, Brother!!!!

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Christine posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

I met Sandy while working at hannaford more than 25 years ago not knowing she was already family. First cousin to my aunt..... We became fast friends. Once they moved to South Carolina they welcomed me for visits as I remember going five times in three years. They even invited my parents for a visit and they were such fantastic hosts. One time while Bill had us on a boat ride into Charleston harbor we had seen many boats pass us with water skiers. Me and my big mouth said.....well too bad you don't have skis. I would try it! Bill hit the breaks. Went under the floor of his boat and pulled out a jacket and water skis and said.... There you go! HA! He made me get in that mucky water probably infested with giant alligators and try to ski. I couldn't get my fat butt out of the water but he sure tried. Thank you Bill and Sandy for some wonderful and fun memories. You will always be in my heart!

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Melicent Thompson posted a condolence

Monday, April 19, 2021

We have never been more honored than to come to know Bill. His energy and zest for life, along with Sandy's, filled a room - indeed, a forest - and it lives on in his wife and children who are the people you need and want to know in your lifetime - full of hope, energy, laughter, and who embody the best of humanity. His memory will live on in our family, as his family has become part of ours. Love to all of you who mourn his passing - we are with you in that, but his memory lives on to nourish our lives going forward.

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Doug and Marilyn Herzog posted a condolence

Monday, April 19, 2021

We are deeply sadden on Bill's passing. Our families became friends while serving in the Navy. Our hearts go out to Sandy, Billy, Sherry and family. He will be dearly missed and offer our sincere condolences. Our love to all. Doug & Marilyn Herzog April 19, 2021

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The family of William E McQuaid uploaded a photo

Monday, April 19, 2021

William E McQuaid

1951 - 2021

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