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U.S. Navy · United States 
William Raffo Wimsett
1972
William Raffo Wimsett Sr. served the U.S. Navy for 2 years. William served in World War II.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
Automobile crash
What Happened
Deputy William Wimsett was killed in an automobile accident while en route to the sheriff's office. His patrol car left the roadway and struck several rocks, causing fatal injuries.
He was transported to a local hospital where he died the following day.
Deputy Wimsett is survived by his wife and four children.
He was transported to a local hospital where he died the following day.
Deputy Wimsett is survived by his wife and four children.
Survivors
Deputy Wimsett is survived by his wife and four children.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
1943 – 1946
Conflicts
World War II
Also Served
Nelson County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff
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