William Herman Averett, entered the USN in 1944. Battles in which he participated included Atlantic, Mediterranean and South Pacific on USS ATO carrier USS Stevenson, tanker and USS Elkins cargo ship. Discharged in 1946 with rank of sergeant first class. William passed away August 14, 1997. He was the son of B. S. and Beatrice (Pratt) Averett. Married Ruth G. and had one daughter, Gale Woods. Submitted by Ruth G. Averett, wife.