Bill graduated from Bangor High School and attended Western Michigan University where he received a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. He had numerous careers including insurance agent, Christmas tree broker, business owner, and proud member of Millwrights Local 1102. He was a longtime resident of Bangor and a very active community member. He served on multiple committees and boards in the city of Bangor including the Lion’s Club, the Downtown Development Authority, City Council and played a key role with city officials that brought the Amtrak stop to Bangor. He was also a member of Son of the American Legion.
Bill is described as being “One of a Kind” and always the life of the party. He was a family man never missing a chance to visit with them. He enjoyed cutting wood, breakfast with his local friends and taking long drives including fall color tours. Bill was full of adventure and loved to travel. He played an active role in his grandchildren’s life as “Papa Bill”.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Robin, nephew Everett and niece Jacinta.
Service Details
Service
When
April 29th, 2022 12:00pm
Where
Filbrandt Chapel
Address
1076 S. Bailey Ave.
South Haven , MI 49090