Paul Kirk Chambliss' Obituary
Paul Kirk Chambliss passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. He was born on July 10, 1925 in Louisville, MS to Kirk and Pauline (Robinson) Chambliss.
Paul is survived by his beloved wife Lila (Shaw) Chambliss; his children Gene Chambliss (Marcia) and Cindy Williston (Robert); and his grandchildren Ashley Huebel (Cliff), Blair Foxworth (Charlie), Megan Butler (Eric), and Paul Williston (Megan); as well as 10 great-grandchildren.
Paul is preceded in death by his parents.
Paul served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. He served in all major theaters of war, including, but not limited to, the North Atlantic, the Murmansk Run, and Normandy. He retired as a Bar Pilot, bringing ships through the mouth of the Mississippi River after over 50 years aboard ships. He was credited with bringing in the largest ship ever up the Mississippi River for over 20 years, until yet another Bar Pilot exceeded the record. A true American Patriot, and member of the greatest generation, Paul enjoyed breeding Thoroughbred horses and was an avid Saints fan. Paul will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Ave, Covington, LA 70433 on Monday, November 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM with visitation on Monday beginning at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow the services in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, adjacent to E.J. Fielding Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Chambliss may be made to the charity of your choice.
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