Edward Neal Williamson, 67, of Largo, Florida, passed away on July 17, 2018, at Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was born in Lansing, Michigan.
Ed served his country as a Medic in the United States Air Force. He retired as a Master Sergeant after serving for over 21 years. From August 2, 1990 through February 23, 1991, he served in support of Operation Desert Shield / Storm. He received the following awards during his multiple tours: Meritorious Service Award; Air Force Commendation Medal w/ I device; Air Force Achievement Medal; Air Force Outstanding Unit Medal; Air Force Good Conduct Medal w/ 7 devices; National Defense Service Medal w/ 1 Bronze Star; Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon w/ 1 device; and the Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon.
He made it widely known that he loved his country. He loved sailing (he called himself the “Cowboy Sailor”), the ocean and traveling the United States. Ed loved and greatly appreciated his guns and liked going to gun shows. Ed’s motorcycle was where he felt the most free and loved the trips made on it.
Ed was very fond of horses and even owned a couple. He eventually got an education in horse shoeing and did that for awhile. He said it was the hardest work he ever did and even got kicked a couple of times.
Believe it or not, Ed was a very modest man about his many accomplishments. He loved everyone who surrounded him and he was a very gentle, giving man.
A service with Military Honors has been scheduled for 10:30AM on Thursday, August 2, 2018, at Bay Pines National Cemetery. The Cemetery is located at 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33708.
I am so sorry for your loss, Jeri. Your tribute to him is so beautiful. What a great guy. My condolences to your and your family at this hard time. 😘
We are very sorry for your loss, sending prayers for you and your family.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ed and was glad that I was able to meet him.Thank you Ed for your awesome service to our country. Loving prayer to his beautiful wife Jeri and their family who are left to mourn his passing. He will be missed by all but he is in a much better place than here. Much love from the Coffey family.
We are sadden by the loss of Ed. Max and myself enjoyed the time we workamped with both of you. The tributes speak volumes of how well you were both liked.
I never knew all of this about Ed. He was always very nice when he was with us all at family functions, I wish I would have had more time to talk with him. I am very sorry for your loss Jeri.
My Condolences to you and his family Jeri.
I’m glad I got to meet your husband my visit to Florida.
He was truly a remarkable man. God bless him.
My love with you always.
We know this has been a rough time for you and Ed. What a lovely tribute you’ve made for him, he would be proud of it. We will be thinking of you all tomorrow. Much love to you and the family!
This is from the Hay and McClain family;mom,grandma Jeri,Im so glad you found your soul partner in this life,and I will never forget this wonderful man that God has blessed you with, my kids remember his kindness and I remember him for his true being that he was,I honor him and love him from the bottom of my heart,gone way too soon and never forgotten <3
I am sad that I never had a chance to meet Ed. Only by social media through his beautiful wife Jeri, did I learn some of his enjoyments and the hard work. God Bless you Ed. Your among the greatest. Seems you will fit in perfectly. Happiness Forever!
Jeri I am so sry for your loss. May you rest in peace now ED. God bless 🙏💙👼