Billy K. Martinie, Seaman 1/c, born March 28, 1926, Bardwell, KY, received his GED and joined the USNR on March 6, 1944.
He was stationed at NRS St. Louis, MO; NTS Farragut, ID; PSNY, Bremerton, WA; and aboard the USS West Virginia. Discharged May 9, 1946, with the rank of S 1/c.
He is a widower and enjoys bowling and golf.
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