Edward M. Hawley 
Edward M. Hawley
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Photo of Edward M. Hawley circa 1952
| After he retired from the Navy as a Master Chief, he worked at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard as Transportation Director. Unfortunately, he died in 1987, at age 57, from the pervasive effects of
mesothelioma/asbestosis. His first ship assignment was USS Boxer, CV/CVA 21, and he was recognized and decorated for saving the lives of several shipmates during a fire on 6 August 1952. He was promoted from AB3 to AB1 and could pretty much write his own ticket for the balance of his career. Edward M. Hawley, was a Plank Owner and in 1957 was an AB1. He retired in 1977 as a Master Chief. After he retired from the Navy as a Master Chief, he worked at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard as Transportation Director. Unfortunately, he died in 1987, at age 57, from the pervasive effects of mesothelioma/asbestosis. He was a good guy, a great father and true patriot. He is sorely missed. Regards, Michael J. Hawley, Esquire (Son) |
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