Obituary of Capt. William P. Dukeshire, USMM

Capt. William P. Dukeshire, USMM, 96, of Danielson, died Sunday, August 28, 2016 at the UMASS Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, MA. He was the husband of the late Margaret M. (Johnson) Dukeshire, she died November 7, 2010. He was born January 18, 1920 in Brooklyn, NY, son of Wallace B. and Elizabeth (Taber) Dukeshire. After graduating from high school, William went to sea with the Merchant Marines at the age of 17 and Achieving the rank of Captain, he captained Steamers. He worked Coastal Trade captaining Tug Boats on the East Coast. He was involved in salvage work on the East Coast, the Gulf to the Mississippi River, and San Juan. He retired in the mid 1990’s as the Captain of the New London Ferry, a position he held for many years. During WWII he served with the Merchant Marines, in March 15, 1945, he received an Honorable Discharge from the US Coast Guard He leaves his daughter Pamela DeHaan of North Palm Beach, FL, five grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sons Archie and Clifford. A Graveside Service will be Wednesday at 11:00 AM in the Westfield Cemetery, North Street, Danielson, CT, followed by Military Honors. No Calling Hours. www.gagnonandcostellofh.com