Willie L. Letson, 91, of Lafayette, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Indiana Veterans Home. He was born April 26, 1931, in Courtland, AL, to the late William S. and Lou C. (Rose) Letson. Willie graduated from Chalybeate School in the class of 1949. After school Willie served in the United States MarineContinue Reading
Denee Casto
left a message on January 26, 2023:
My sincerest condolences. I am just finding out about this news. I am so sorry to hear this. To Larry: I am not sure if you were aware that I interviewed Bill for a project at Indiana Wesleyan University and had to post it online. I had a wonderful time talking with Bill. I am so glad this memory of him was recorded. What a blessing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
https://archive.storycorps.org/interviews/bill-letson-his-korean-war-experiences/
Mark Thompson
left a message on December 13, 2022:
I had the privilege of accompanying Willie (Korean War Veteran) and his Son (Larry) on the May 17, 2022 Honor Flight sponsored by the "Honor Flight Greater Lafayette" -
Willie was a big hit sporting his "special" glasses -
Mark Thompson
May 17, 2022
Blue Bus Veteran Captain
Honor Flight Of Greater Lafayette
Cheryl Schuringa
left a message on December 10, 2022:
I first met Willie when I was out walking one of my dogs. He stopped and talked to me about how well my dog behaved. Then i would run into him at Walmart on occasion and he would always stop and talk. Several times I would see him out in the neighborhood and he always had a story to tell. He was a wonderful man to talk to. I’m going to miss him.
Linda Huebschman
left a message on December 9, 2022:
Dear Larry and. Kyle —
We are so saddened upon the passing of your dear Dad and grandpa.
He was such a sociable and fun-loving gentleman. He sold us tickets to one of the Mid-America Jamboree in its early years. Our names were drawn later that night for the free weekend that next year! We became Boosters after that year’s free Mid-America and the rest is a history of friendship with Willie and Betty ! Now, they are together again in their eternal rewards.
Bob and Linda Huebschman
Tell City IN
Susan Goldstine
left a message on December 8, 2022:
I had the privilege of meeting Willie at Walmart on 350. He had a Marine baseball cap on and I thanked him for his service. He stopped and we talked for some time. His spouse had passed as had mine recently. He reached in his pocket and handed me his card and told me to stop by and see him sometime. I still have that card and I will think of Willie often. R I p Willie
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Gene Davis
left a message on December 8, 2022:
Was only around Mr Willie but a few times at square dances but he was the life of the party.Prayers for Larry and Kyle and all of the other family members????
Lynyrd
left a message on December 7, 2022:
I know your grieving and that’s normal PUMPKIN but what a great life to stay sharp till the end ! My thoughts and prayers
Wade Driver
left a message on December 7, 2022:
Just remember all the good times. They are the only ones that matter.
Kathy and Bob Burris
left a message on December 7, 2022:
Larry, Bob and I always enjoyed talking to Willie at Golden Corral and Bob and Jimmy were with him on his honor flight. He spoke often about how he missed his wife. Together again. I pray you are doing well. You are a fantastic son!
Jackie Letson
left a message on December 7, 2022:
You have made me laugh over the years, now you are making me cry. Fly high Uncle Willie!
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Denee Casto
left a message on January 26, 2023:
My sincerest condolences. I am just finding out about this news. I am so sorry to hear this. To Larry: I am not sure if you were aware that I interviewed Bill for a project at Indiana Wesleyan University and had to post it online. I had a wonderful time talking with Bill. I am so glad this memory of him was recorded. What a blessing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
https://archive.storycorps.org/interviews/bill-letson-his-korean-war-experiences/
Mark Thompson
left a message on December 13, 2022:
I had the privilege of accompanying Willie (Korean War Veteran) and his Son (Larry) on the May 17, 2022 Honor Flight sponsored by the "Honor Flight Greater Lafayette" -
Willie was a big hit sporting his "special" glasses -
Mark Thompson
May 17, 2022
Blue Bus Veteran Captain
Honor Flight Of Greater Lafayette
Cheryl Schuringa
left a message on December 10, 2022:
I first met Willie when I was out walking one of my dogs. He stopped and talked to me about how well my dog behaved. Then i would run into him at Walmart on occasion and he would always stop and talk. Several times I would see him out in the neighborhood and he always had a story to tell. He was a wonderful man to talk to. I’m going to miss him.
Linda Huebschman
left a message on December 9, 2022:
Dear Larry and. Kyle —
We are so saddened upon the passing of your dear Dad and grandpa.
He was such a sociable and fun-loving gentleman. He sold us tickets to one of the Mid-America Jamboree in its early years. Our names were drawn later that night for the free weekend that next year! We became Boosters after that year’s free Mid-America and the rest is a history of friendship with Willie and Betty ! Now, they are together again in their eternal rewards.
Bob and Linda Huebschman
Tell City IN
Susan Goldstine
left a message on December 8, 2022:
I had the privilege of meeting Willie at Walmart on 350. He had a Marine baseball cap on and I thanked him for his service. He stopped and we talked for some time. His spouse had passed as had mine recently. He reached in his pocket and handed me his card and told me to stop by and see him sometime. I still have that card and I will think of Willie often. R I p Willie
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Gene Davis
left a message on December 8, 2022:
Was only around Mr Willie but a few times at square dances but he was the life of the party.Prayers for Larry and Kyle and all of the other family members????
Lynyrd
left a message on December 7, 2022:
I know your grieving and that’s normal PUMPKIN but what a great life to stay sharp till the end ! My thoughts and prayers
Wade Driver
left a message on December 7, 2022:
Just remember all the good times. They are the only ones that matter.
Kathy and Bob Burris
left a message on December 7, 2022:
Larry, Bob and I always enjoyed talking to Willie at Golden Corral and Bob and Jimmy were with him on his honor flight. He spoke often about how he missed his wife. Together again. I pray you are doing well. You are a fantastic son!
Jackie Letson
left a message on December 7, 2022:
You have made me laugh over the years, now you are making me cry. Fly high Uncle Willie!
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.