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Aiyana George uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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"Love, now, forever and ever, the river never stops flowing with love. You're probably up there taking some pictures of all the deer with Mia by your side. I will miss all the memories and will hold onto all of them, can't believe how old I've gotten. I hope you watch over the family and get to see everyone grow up.
"You'll always be missed love you"
Aiyana George
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John George posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
There are a few things that will always remind me of Bill and they are trail cams, Harleys, and Toyotas. Bill used to always send me his snapshots of whatever big game that showed up on his trail camera. I knew this poor critter (mostly deer) would probably soon be on his wall. I cannot see a Harley Davidson on the road and not picture him and Ernestine going on some ride somewhere, even though I know it was probably to Jelly Beans for a fish fry. Lastly, I always enjoyed hearing about the latest Toyota he had parked in his driveway. He was always so proud of his new purchase and how he got the best deal. Bill was a simple man with simple pleasures and that's what I liked about him the most. RIP Bill, shall you forever be roaming the woods in peace.
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Seth Blanchard posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Bill will always be a special person to me. I barely knew him on any personal level, but was fortunate enough to spend some time with him on one particularly eventful evening in the tiny town of Troupsburg, that I'm certain he'd remember well. It was my blessing to have met him, and I am saddened by his passing. My deepest condolences to Ernestine and the family.
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Rob Recktenwald posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
How could I ever pick a moment out of entire lifetime of amazing memories with you? I won’t even try. We miss you Uncle Bill and thank you for everything especially just being such a huge part of my life. Till we meet again!
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Tammy Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was always so kind and sweet whenever I saw him about. Ernestine, I am so very sorry for the pain that you are going through. He was a good man.
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Betty Geis posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Working with Bill was a kind and gentle time. He would help the novice with care.
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Maggie Joe posted a condolence
Monday, October 23, 2023
Poppa Bill and I used to talk on the phone often. I loved listening to him talk about all of the wildlife in his backyard (bears, deer, birds, you name it). He loved the outdoors and everything that came with it, that is something that I will always remember about him. Nature was his happy place.
I miss him very much. Love you, Poppa Bill.
Maggie
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Jackie Ball uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, October 22, 2023
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Bill was one of a kind. Distance might have separated us a 1000 miles, but he was always in our thoughts and heart. We talk to Ernie almost every morning and that included talking to Bill. He always had some new bow or rifle he had seen that he couldn't wait to tell Derrick about knowing my answer would be no. Derrick would always say "well Bill my birthday is coming soon that would be a nice gift" and Bill would laugh and laugh. Bill loved stirring the pot! One of my favorite memories is a family wedding we all attended several years ago. I had lost my father when I was 18 and as I sat watching the father/daughter dance I think Bill saw the sadness in my eyes. Shortly after, Bill reached for my hand and asked me to dance. I will never forget that. He also loved his grandkids Maggie and Max. He was Papa Bill to them and they adored him. The first time they learned to fish was in his pond. I am so glad he was part of our lives and we will miss him.
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Allison Anderson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 21, 2023
I was a part of Ernie’s family for a short time and met Bill soon after he and Ernie came together. I knew him only briefly and it was years ago. He was kind and welcoming and treated me like family. Over the years I often thought of him and Ernie. When Ernie and I met again a few years ago, I was touched to learn that Bill still often thought of me. It speaks to the kind of man he was that someone who was so briefly in his life was still cared for after so long and with no contact. We need more people with hearts like his.
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Ernestine Ball posted a condolence
Friday, October 20, 2023
Today as I walked Sally, I saw some leaves from a maple tree lying on the sidewalk.
Instantly, my mind went back to last fall when Bill and I walked in the wooded area behind his house. He looked at the leaves on the ground, took his hands toward his face like a person savoring the aroma of something in front of them and replied "I just love the smell of leaves in the fall."
I will forever cherish this memory.
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Jessica & Michael Doan posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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The Doan Family has known Bill and Ernestine for the past 12 years . We have became close to the both of them. We consider them like family ! Bill met alot to us. He was a kind generous man. He opened up his kind heart to our family. We will never forget Bill , he was the best neighbor you could ever have. He will be missed dearly! We love you and will miss you Bill !
Love , The Doan's
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bob frenchy posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
So sorry Bill,we had a good run also,from gms to idm,Ill let the 1st buck go by and then the next one is yours,on second hand , ill shot the 1st one in your honor,keep on riding ,
Bob
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Suzanne Freas posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Bill was special , he was different,he loved one of my best friends,that made him special, he will be missed .
Suzanne Freas
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Misty George uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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For most of the people who encountered Bill, they experienced an earnest man with an occasional witty comment (that always made you chuckle). Still, there was one little lady who was kryptonite to his austere personality - his granddaughter - Aiyana. He was delicate and protective with her. He said he never watched as many cartoon movies in his entire life as he did when he was with her. He played along with whatever her imagination conjured up. A memory I will cherish in my mind and heart is looking out his window and seeing him, hand-in-hand with the Diva, walking around his pond. Her tiny hand in one hand and her small bouquet of flowers in his other hand. The other memory that makes me smile was his keen fashion sense of cut-off blue jean shorts, brown work boots, and a cut-off Cabella's t-shirt. He laughed when I said you are the only person I know that dresses like that and then one day a man shows up at his house with the same attire as him. We laughed so hard. Thank you Bill for everything. For telling me you were proud of me, for loving my mom, and for being an amazing grandfather to Aiyana.
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Tamara Clark posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
We always had a special way of saying hi. He would say Hey sweet baby and I would respond with Hello snookums.Then he would give me a big hug. Ernestine would get such a kick out of it. He will be missed.
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Lukas Doan posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
I just want to thank bill for letting us hunt on his land. If it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t have got my first buck. Thank u bill. I’ve had alot of great memories with you.
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Kimberley Piller posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Rest in peace Bill. It's not goodbye, it's till I see you again riding our bikes! Rest easy my friend ❤️
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Deborah Hart posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Worked with Bill. He was a good and generous person.
Always willing to help. Such a great listener. He will be missed.
Debbie Hart
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Steven Vancise posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Sorry to hear this sad news. Meet William once. Nice guy. Knew his brother al also. God bless.
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James and Rebecca Price posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
It was a pleasure working with Bill for several years. So sorry to see you go so soon. Our condolences to your family and Ernie. You will be missed.
A Memorial Tree was planted for William Recktenwald
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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