James W. Downing
James Willis Downing (August 22, 1913 – February 13, 2018) was a lieutenant in the United States Navy. He retired in 1956 after 24 years of service, which included being commanding officer of the USS Patapsco. At the time of his death, he was the second-oldest living survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, about which he authored a book.
James W. Downing | |
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| Nickname(s) | Jim |
| Born | August 22, 1913 Oak Grove, Jackson County, Missouri, United States |
| Died | February 13, 2018 (aged 104) Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1932–1956 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Commands held | USS Patapsco (AOG-1) |
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| Spouse(s) |
Morena Holmes
(m. 1941; died 2010) |
| Children | 7 |
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| Website | www |
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