David Andrew Williamson, 70, of Aberdeen, passed away October 28, 2022 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital with his family by his side.
David was a long standing member of Aberdeen Rescue Squad and then Aberdeen Fire and Rescue with over 40 years of service. His dedication to service continued with his passion and commitment to the Boy Scouts of America. David received the level of Eagle Scout in 1967. He remained active in scouting and at the time of his death was the Acting District Commissioner for the Sandhills District of the Occoneechee Council, Assistant Scout Master, he served on the Council and Sandhills District Training Committees and was Chairman of the Youth Protection Training. Among his many awards and accolades, he was the recipient of the Silver Beaver Award, District Award of Merit, Vigil Honor Order of the Arrow and Key 3 Award.
He is preceded in death by his father, Andrew Williamson, Jr.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce Corder Williamson; mother Mary Williamson; daughters Susan (Angie) Williamson and Elizabeth (Steve) Perkins; son Bryan Williamson; grandchildren Chad and Madelyn Perkins; sisters Lynn (Les) Lentz, Wanda (Stan) King, Ann Frasier; brothers Marshall (Dawn) Williamson, Stephen (Cindy) Williamson and Rick (Sally) Williamson; along with cousins, nieces, nephews; friends and his scouting family.
His family will be receiving friends Saturday, November 5th at 10am at Bible Tabernacle Church in Carthage. Funeral service will begin at 11am immediately followed by a graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his honor to:
Occoneechee Council BSA
REF: David Williamson
3231 Atlantic Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27604
Online condolences may be made at www.BolesFuneralHome.com
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.
