A U.S. Military Veteran, he served in the Navy during the Cuban Crisis. William was also a former employee of Greenlee Brothers and Production Machinery.
An avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan, he enjoyed riding in his golf cart at the lake with Irene and their friends, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Survivors include his children, Trina (Gregory) Dobbs and Ryan Endres; grandchildren, Austin Bilodeau, Chelsea Stahl, Heather, April, and Anthony Dobbs; great-grandchildren, Kaiden Ryan Swan and Tony Ryan Rogers; sisters, Nancy (Robert) Anderson and Janice Francis; special friend, Irene Beetle; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents and step-son, Brent Norton.
Funeral service 10 a.m. Monday, December 22nd, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park; Pastor Wendell Maynard officiating. Visitation 4 – 7 p.m. Sunday, December 21st, at the funeral home. Interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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