Beloved Papa passed peacefully in his sleep December 20, 2022. Bill was born November 29, 1928, in Decatur, Illinois to his parents Edward & Cloverdale North. Bill was proud of celebrating his 94th birthday with his children.
Bill married the love of his life, Irene Bateman, on June 26, 1948, and was married an amazing 63 years. They enjoyed camping, bowling, and going to Las Vegas. They had many faithful dogs that shared their lives with them.
Bill joined the Air Force in 1947 and honorably served his country for 27 years. He retired at March Air Force Base in California.
Bill’s passion was wood working. Family and friends have many of his hand-made crafts to remember him by. We are all proud that he was sharp as a tack until the end and his hand was steady enough to paint even the smallest parts of a painting.
Bill is survived by his children Charles North Jr., Shirley (Phil) Tatman, and Brenda (David) Odle. He had 4 grandchildren (Dale, Daniel, Teresa, and Scott), 6 great grandchildren (Brandon, Allie, Tatum, Dominic, Lauren, and Adelyn), and 2 great, great grandchildren (Ember and Lily Mae). We all will miss Bill immensely.
Committal services for Bill and Irene will be held at Riverside National Cemetery on May 19, 2023, at 11:00 am.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley, 374 W. Orange Show Road, San Bernardino, CA 92408 or Operation Greyhound 273 Chicory Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021, non-profits he supported to the end.
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