It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Medal of Honor Recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.
CWO4 Hershel Woodrow “Woody” Williams, the last living World War II Medal of Honor recipient, passed away early this morning, June 29, 2022. Woody received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions at Iwo Jima.
@WWFoundation It was a tremendous honor to have you speak to our class and we can’t thank you enough for your inspiring lessons on leadership and amazing stories shared. Rest In Peace Woody Williams, you will never be forgotten.