William C. Chase

1895–1986 (age 91)

Military Officer

Biography

William C. Chase devoted his life to military service, rising through the ranks with steady leadership and a profound sense of duty that reflected the era in which he grew up.

His memory endures in the hearts of those who served beside him and in the quiet dignity of Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, where he rests after a life of honorable service.

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