December 1, 1927 – October 7, 2025
On the first day of December in 1927, Charlie and Mary Tomberlin welcomed their first son. They wanted to give him a strong name. Parents often give names to children that reflect strong character. Charlie’s father was named Judge Mershon; and his grandfather was named Major Dobby. Those names reflected wisdom and leadership. Charlie and Mary named their newborn son William Edward. The name William means “strong-willed warrior.” The name Edward means “prosperous guardian.” Both names were introduced to the English world by renown 11th century kings – William the Conqueror and Edward the Confessor. A boy given the name William Edward was expected to have royal character. Bill lived up to his names. He was a prince of a man.
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