William R. Critchfield was born on February 6, 1947. His home of record is Maple Shade, NJ. William graduated from Merchantville High School in 1966. In school, he was kind, unassuming and never a wise guy. Bill was the oldest of six. He had three brothers and two sisters.
His high school yearbook states:
Bill’s happy-go-lucky and cheerful personality will help him to make many friends in the future just as he has at M.H.S. He spends much of his spare time relaxing in the outdoors, hunting, fishing, or surfing. His plans for the future include further education.
Critchfield served in the US Army and attained the rank of Specialist 4 (SP4).
Critchfield was killed in action on December 27, 1967.
Information provided by Pat Goebel (high school classmate), Donna van Uittenbroek (sister) and NJVVMF.
12/17/2024