William “Bill” Aaron Shively, 97, of Port Lavaca, Texas passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at his home. He was born in Knippa, Texas on November 4, 1924. Bill met and married the love of his life, Freddie Ann Fenoglio, in 1948, and they shared 62 blissful years of marriage until her passing in 2010. Bill was a Pipe Fitter for numerous years and served in the Army Air Force during World War II as an airplane mechanic. He was also a very proud 50 plus year member of the Pipe Fitters Union and the Masonic Lodge.
In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by his loving wife, Freddie Ann Fenoglio Shively, daughter; Jerry Shively White, and brother; James Shively.
Bill is survived by daughters; Charlotte Bors-Koefoed (Barry) and Lisa Williams (Rogelio “Roy” Villarreal); grandchildren; Michelle Thigpen (J), Anthony “Tony” Williams, Jacob Williams (Paige) and Jody Schultz (Derek); great-grandchildren; Evan Thigpen, Max Thigpen, Riley Williams, Landon Williams, Eleanor Schultz, and Quade Schultz.
His love for chess, dominos, cards and anything competitive was well known but completely overshadowed by his love for his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was known by everyone as “Granddaddy” whether related or not. He loved with his whole heart and soul and was the sweetest man anyone could ever meet. He was the caretaker for his family, or anyone else in need, his whole life.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home, immediately followed by interment at Greenlawn Gardens Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Tony Williams, Jake Williams, Derek Schultz, J Thigpen, Evan Thigpen, Max Thigpen, Patrick Kurtz and Joey Matson. Honorary Pallbearer will be Barry Kors-Koefoed.
“Huge thank you to Rosa Vallejo and her staff for the excellent service provided during his last few months. Also, to Karen Williams and the staff at Calhoun Home Health, he couldn't have asked for better people tending to him."
Words of comfort, condolences and fond memories may be shared with the family at www.richardsoncolonial.com.
