Bill graduated from Corry High School, Class of 1977. He moved to Florida on his 21st birthday,
pursuing a long and successful career in automotive repair and body shop services. Bill took
pride in his work, with a keen eye for detail in his profession and care for assisting people.
He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, pursuing his RC vehicle racing hobby,
serving others and had a fondness for pets and animals.
Although Bill never had children of his own, he was a wonderful and caring grandfather figure
to his partners' grandkids, Maxim and Conor.
Bill will be remembered as a truly good neighbor and person; easy-going, pleasant, and a genuinely kind and loving. He will surely be missed.
Bill was predeceased in death by his wife, Deborah Dawn. He is survived by his partner Olga Abbott
Of Casselberry, FL; his sister, Becky (Randall) Messinger of Bear Lake, PA; Nephews Jeremy and Trevor;
Niece Karissa; 4 Great Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral arrangements are March 10, 2026, at Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery, Apopka, FL.