William James Dalzell

William James Dalzell (Bill) age 76 died July 16, 2018 at 11:07 at Cross Creek of Lee's Summit Assisted Living in Lee's Summit Missouri. He was born June 21, 1942 in Guntersville, Alabama to Robert C. & Ruth Eileen (Akridge) Dalzell. Bill went to Grandview High School graduating in 1960 and was an Eagle Scout. He attended Draughton College for Architectural Drafting and Graphic Design. He served in the Army National Guard from 1962-1968 as an Army Medic. Bill worked as a Graphic designer for Pitman Manufacturing until its closure, he then went on to retire from Peterson Manufacturing after 31 years on August 1, 2016. Bill always had more than one job, usually doing something he loved. He was a dispatcher for the Grandview Police Department, this was a highlight in his life that he talked about frequently. He also managed Skateland rink in Grandview. During his tenure at Peterson he worked not only in the graphics department but was also the head of security where he enjoyed working in the Armacost Car museum. He rebuilt his beloved 1954 Kaiser Fraser, the same car he drove in his youth.

Bill was an active member of the HOA region KFOCI Kaiser Fraser Club. He truly loved his Kaiser meets where he made many friends. He was also a member of the American Legion and the NRA.

Bill never met a stranger and benefited from being such a friendly guy, he enjoyed going to the movies for free, getting employee discounts at several restaurants in Belton and Grandview.

He also enjoyed canoeing, kayaking, camping, roller skating, driving out to Colorado every summer and Branson every Christmas with his kids, grandkids and siblings. He taught and competed in roller dancing in the 60's.

Bill was an awesome dad and grandfather, he was very loving and someone you could always count on.

Left to love and honor Bill are two sons Greg Dalzell and Todd Dalzell; two daughters Paula (Danny) Washam and Karen (Marty) Ross; 9 grandchildren Savanah, Kayla, Ryan, Megan, Zackary, Stormi, Samantha, Ashley and Stephen; 13 great-grandchildren Gabriel, Luke, Hayleigh, Christopher, Brycen, Morgan, Keagon, Addysun, Braylynn, Emily, Lexi, Jaymie, Jayden and one on the way; 2 brothers Robert (Wilma) Dalzell and Charles (Patty) Dalzell and 1 sister Marie (Roger)Main. Along with his nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Bill will be missed and loved beyond measure by all who knew him.

Family would like to send a special thank you to Cross Creek at Lee's Summit and Kindred Hospice. Your love and care will never be forgotten. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Alzheimer's Association-Heart of America Chapter 3846 W. 75th St, Prairie Village, KS 66208. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mcgilleygeorgegrandview.com for the Dalzell family.