William "Bill" Parron Chandler III, 75, of Dixon, Missouri, was born May 4, 1945, at Persia, Iowa, a son of William Parron and Mae Beatrice (Cogswell) Chandler, Sr.  He departed this life Saturday, March 6, 2021, at his residence.

Bill was united in marriage to Nina Ann (Heck) Chandler, who preceded her husband in death on September 18, 2008.  His parents and one brother, Clinton H. Chandler, also predeceased him.

In 1965, Bill enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served until he was honorably discharged in 1975, at the rank of Sergeant E-5.  Bill  served at various duty stations and was awarded and entitled to wear the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the MUC, the PUC, the NUC, the Vietnam MUC, and the Vietnam Civic Action (1 ^st Class).  A man of excellent character, Bill's "Honorable Discharge" is a testimony of honest and faithful service to his country during the Vietnam War.

After his military discharge, Bill worked as a self-employed computer technician for the remainder of his working life, prior to his retirement.  He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.

Three nieces, one nephew, other relatives, and dear friends survive Bill.

A graveside funeral service, with military honors, was held for Mr. William P. Chandler III in the Mt. Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania.  He was laid to rest with his beloved wife and friend, Nina.

Cards and memorials in memory of Mr. William P. Chandler III or correspondence to his family may be mailed in care of Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, P.O. Box EE, Dixon, Missouri  65459.

As we remember our Veterans and prepare for Thanksgiving, in memory of our beloved Uncle and friend, please say thank you to a service member.   Online condolences may be shared with the family of Mr. William P. Chandler III at www.birminghammartinfuneralhomes.com