William W. Ascher Jr.

William attended Winnebago High School and the University of Illinois with a Bachelor’s Degree in 1953. He served with the Army Signal Corps as a 1st Lieutenant.

Married the love of his life Patricia Jane Hardinger on September 28, 1961 in Winnebago, IL, raised a family, owned two automotive related businesses and was a member of the Lions Club where he helped establish award programs for outstanding students and teachers. He retired in 1985 and began wintering in Goodland, FL.

William was an avid reader and loved to fish.

Preceded in death by his father, William Sr., mother, Marian Fuller, and sister, Mary Lou Kletzien.

William is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Ascher; sons, William Ascher III, John Ascher and daughter, Christine Fine; grandchildren Thomas, Davis and Jenna Ascher

A memorial mass will be scheduled at a later date.