LONG ISLAND / CAPE ELIZABETH - William passed away July 6, 2008, at the Maine Veterans' Home in Scarborough. He was born April 1, 1926, to Harold Floyd and Ella Floyd Jacobsen on Long Island. He attended Long Island schools and was a 1934 Portland High School graduate. He grew up with his Uncle Bill, who influenced his decision to become a lobsterman. William served in the Coast Guard during World War II, being stationed in Puerto Rico. Following the war he returned to Long Island and began operating his own boat. He also fished for halibut, shrimp and scallops in the off-season, each day on the water being inspirational and a delight to him. Bill was a passionate, intelligent lobsterman and highly respected in the fishing community. He was part owner of Widgery Wharf on Portland's waterfront until his retirement. On many days when it was hot on the water you could find him there preparing for his next journey out. Other delights included his wintertime sword fishing trips to Florida, summertime off-shore tuna fishing and his artwork, unique in using a swordfish "sword" as his canvas. The TV show "Route 66" hired his boat and he had the challenge of teaching William Shatner how to drive a lobster boat. In addition to the multiple quotes and articles read nationally regarding lobstering, he was a mentor to many up and coming fishermen. Sundays on his boat the "Gianna" were especially fun. He loved to entertain, cooking up a "mess" of lobsters, catching mackerel and going for a dip in Casco Bay. He had an enduring courage fighting Alzheimer's and in his own succinct manner rarely complained about his battle; a true Yankee. He is survived by his wife, Giovanna (Gianna) of Cape Elizabeth; three children, Jennifer Wood and her husband Randy, Michael Floyd and his wife Kathleen of Long Island and Andrew Floyd of New York City; grandchildren, Melanie and Valerie Floyd of Long Island, Christine Muesse and her husband Michael of Steep Falls; and a great-grandson Connor Floyd Muesse of Steep Falls. He is also survived by many friends and extended family in Cape Elizabeth, Long Island and Savona, Italy. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, 5 to 7 p.m., at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. On Wednesday, a 10 a.m. funeral service will be held at the South Portland Chapel. Burial will be in Forest City Cemetery, South Portland. Online condolences may be sent to: www.ctcrawford.com.