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William Babineau Obituary
AIKEN, SC - Captain William "Bill" Robert Babineau died peacefully on August 19th in Aiken, SC at the age of 81.
He is survived by loving wife Linda Babineau of Aiken, SC; Children, William (Donna) of Windham, NH; David (Peggy) of Aiken, SC; Donald of Graham, WA and Laura Baber (Lee) of Charlotte, NC as well as four grandchildren (Kirk, Eric, Whit and Becca) and siblings (Lee, Linda and Guy.) He is preceded in death by his daughter Julia Babineau in 1981.
Bill was born on January 25, 1935 in Burlington, VT to William and Constance Babineau.
He graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in 1957 and served 11 years on active duty and in the reserves for twenty years retiring with the rank of Captain.
He made a career out of his marine engineering degree with positions at Stone & Webster, Polaroid, Gilbert/Commonwealth International, and finally at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bill was a long-time member of St. Mary Help of Christians Church. For many years, he was active in the Aiken chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA).
Bill married his bride Linda Whitmore in 1959 in East Orange, NJ. Bill was a devoted husband and father, community leader, and a good friend to many. He will be remembered for his inspirational words and actions. He believed a person could reach their greatest potential and demonstrated this belief as a youth softball coach and Boy Scouts of America Pack Leader and Committee Chairman.
Bill enjoyed visiting and staying in touch with his family and friends. Before and after retirement, he and Linda enjoyed traveling to New England and Europe.
Memorials can be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation at www.michaeljfox.org or mail donations to:
Donation Processing, The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014
A memorial service will be held on Thursday September 1st at 10 am at the Old Saint Mary's Church on Park Avenue in Aiken.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Babineau
Art Lambert
September 12, 2016
Linda and family, sorry to hear of Bills passing. Haven't heard from him in quite awhile but thought of the two of you often. He was a great guy.
Henry & Cecile Perron
September 5, 2016
Our sincere condolences & prayers to you & your family.I will send a donation to MMF in his memory.
Carma Helton
September 4, 2016
My thoughts are with the family at this time of loss. Remembering Mr. Bill and thinking of you all. Peace be with you...
Ken Perrine
September 1, 2016
Linda, I want you to know that Bill was a wonderful professional colleague and perhaps the single friendliest man I have ever known. Through the grace of God I hope one day to be able once again to be able to chat with Bill in the heavenly kingdom.
September 1, 2016
Linda and family; I am so sorry to read about Bill's passing. I worked for him several years ago at SRS. I truly appreciated his dedication, honesty, and joy he showed every day. I was blessed to know him. My prayers are with you and your children. Sharla H Bush
Ed Le Cesne Byrne
September 1, 2016
Dear Linda, Laura, Bill, David and Don
I am very sorry to hear that Bill recently passed away. I have so many fond memories of living with you in Westwood (can it really be 35 years ago!), and will alway remember Bill's generosity and friendship. And of course that quick grin and smile....
My mom sends her condolences too. She really enjoyed meeting you Linda and Bill when you visited Ireland - her exact words were "such a lovely couple and nice man".
Love, Ed, Aud, Emma and Pippa
Jim &Mae Beth Thompson
August 31, 2016
Such a nice guy, friend, neighbor, and debating guru. Our prayers and good memories to Linda and family.
Jim and Mae Beth Thompson
August 30, 2016
Our hearts go out to the family at this sad time.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Gaines and Lang Entrekin
Richard Allen
August 29, 2016
Our sincere condolences and prayers for comfort.
Barbara Duckett
August 29, 2016
So sorry to hear about Bill and thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
August 29, 2016
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I have many good memories while working with Bill at Polaroid. I wii send a donation to MFF in his name
Bob and Nita Beals
August 29, 2016
Sorry Lee to learn about Bill's death. My condolences to all of your family, Sincerely,
Sue Crowley BHS '54
Daniel Mangialetto
August 28, 2016
Sincere condolences on your loss. I will miss my friend.
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