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WILLIAM J. WILLIS On June 29, 2014 of Gloucester Twp. Age 70. Beloved husband of the late Eileen. Devoted father of Steven W. (Kathleen) and Lisa Butikis (Scott). Loving son of Emery and the late Cecilia Willis. Loving grandfather of Nicole, Nicholas, Steven, Amanda, Cody and Mia Noelle. Dear brother of Sarah Esposito and GeraldineContinue Reading
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WILLIAM J. WILLIS
On June 29, 2014 of Gloucester Twp. Age 70. Beloved husband of the late Eileen. Devoted father of Steven W. (Kathleen) and Lisa Butikis (Scott). Loving son of Emery and the late Cecilia Willis. Loving grandfather of Nicole, Nicholas, Steven, Amanda, Cody and Mia Noelle. Dear brother of Sarah Esposito and Geraldine O’Fria (Joe).
Bill Willis, the life of the party, was a man with a generous heart who loved his family and despite his limitations and later his failing health, he always loved life to the fullest. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for or give to anyone. Although the void that is left behind by his passing is deep, his family and friends will have the comfort of the many memories of laughter and good times he created to help them through this most difficult time.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Thursday 8:30 – 10:30 am at the EGIZI FUNERAL HOME, 119 Ganttown Road, Washington Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 am at Our Lady of Hope Parish, St. Agnes RC Church, Blackwood. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.egizifuneral.com
“A Life Well Lived
Is Worth Remembering”
Mary Jo Mongeau
left a message on July 1, 2014:
The warmth of Big Bill's smile will be with you always to warm your everyday.
Jennifer Gray
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Sent a gift in memory of William J. Willis
Louis Hanna
left a message on July 3, 2014:
Steve, Lisa, & Family -
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember your Dad as the most caring, warm, thoughtful, and funny guy. Apologies for not being able to attend his services.
Lou Hanna
lois
left a message on July 9, 2014:
With deepest sympathy to the family of Bill .May you find peace in his passing and enjoy
Wonderful memories of your dad ..He will be sadly missed . My sister and I will always
Remember what a kind and helpful man he was in helping our mother Millie deal with
Living apart from her family ...what a great person ..so sorry ...
Lois ,Debbie , and Mildred
Grace Kong
left a message on July 3, 2014:
I only know Bill for a year working in the Voorhees Care and Rehabilitation center, but he has been my inspiration and my biggest supporter. I will missed his smiling face dearly and dancing with him on Fridays. My condolences to his children and families. May he rest in peace and unite with his wife in heaven.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Moore
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Love you moore!
Kimberly Fennimore
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss of your Dad. I didnt have the chance to meet him , But I felt like I knew him through your posts. I know you loved your dad very much. My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was a big man with a big heart and thats where you get it from. Please take some comfort in all of your memories and cherish them always. Stay Strong Prayers to you.
Annette Destralo
left a message on July 2, 2014:
My heart goes out to you and everyone that loved Big Bill . May he rest in peace.
Ninnette Sposto
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Lisa, Scott, Steve, Katie and family.. very sorry for your loss.. he was such a happy man. My you cherish your memories of him forever and find some peace knowing that he is now at peace with your mother, no more pain or suffering.....
Ninnette Sposto
tami coleman Dutill
left a message on June 30, 2014:
To Lisa Steve and family......thinking of u in ur time of grief.....but taking solace in knowing your mom and dad are together again. Xo
David Dutill and Tami Coleman Dutill
Pete Sapienza
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Prayers to your Family !!! Your father was a great man I'm glad I had a privilege of knowing him !!!!
Donna Schiavino
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, Steven & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a great, fun man. He always made me laugh (Som). Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Sauter
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, Scott & Family: So very sorry to hear about your father. Your family is in my prayers at this difficult time. Denise & Gary Sauter
Lisa
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Thank u...love u!!! ??
Stephanie
left a message on July 1, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joyce Flannery
left a message on July 9, 2014:
Steven, Lisa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and that I was unable to attend the services. I have had you in my thoughts and prayers. Billy was a great man with a great sense of humor. " life of the party" describes him best. He will be dearly missed.
Love,
Joyce Sweeney Flannery
Eileen Finnigan
left a message on July 12, 2014:
Steven, Lisa and Family:
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Your Dad was a very special person, who could always make you smile and often just laugh out loud. So many wonderful memories of Billy growing up, he spent a lot of time at the Sweeney's house. Sweet cousin, who will always be in my heart. Now everyone in heaven will be smiling!
Love,
Eileen Sweeney Finnigan
Carmel Gartner
left a message on July 3, 2014:
Bill, Pat Verrecchio and I all arrived at VCRC at the same time. We were only a few doors away from each other on the second floor. Bill was always the first one up and the first one to go to bed but each of those times he checked on Pat and I to see if we were okay. For the first two years on Friday nights we would buy pizza or cheese steaks gather in the Day room and talk. However, we also ordered enough so that the aides and nurses could join us so they would know that we appreciated all that they did for us back then. And lastly Bill was like a kid and loved to play jokes with me on Pat because she is so naive. Once I told her as Bill waited in the hallway that my new roommate was a Siamese twin and I did not know what face to talk to. He was laughing so hard as Pat was giving it so much thought and feeling so bad. She finally heard Bill laughing and got really mad at the two of us and then he felt really bad and returned with some candy for her. She finally forgave us and then time would pass and Pat would forget and I would come up with something once again and he always joined in. He may not be here physically but I have already experienced him spiritually.
He loved his family very much and talked about all of you all the time. There was nothing more important to him then Family and then the Church. God Bless all of you, Love, Carmel
louise spink
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Bill was one who would always give you the shirt off his back and share whatever he had. He was always a had a kind word and smile. Your father will be missed greatly! From the lady in the lobby Louise at voorhees care and rehab
Regina
left a message on July 2, 2014:
My deepest sympathy to the Willis Family. May all find comfort and peace in God's word at this difficult time of loss. Revelation 21:3,4 John 5:28,29
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jennifer Joslin
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Mary Jo Mongeau
left a message on July 1, 2014:
The warmth of Big Bill's smile will be with you always to warm your everyday.
Jennifer Gray
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Sent a gift in memory of William J. Willis
Louis Hanna
left a message on July 3, 2014:
Steve, Lisa, & Family -
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember your Dad as the most caring, warm, thoughtful, and funny guy. Apologies for not being able to attend his services.
Lou Hanna
lois
left a message on July 9, 2014:
With deepest sympathy to the family of Bill .May you find peace in his passing and enjoy
Wonderful memories of your dad ..He will be sadly missed . My sister and I will always
Remember what a kind and helpful man he was in helping our mother Millie deal with
Living apart from her family ...what a great person ..so sorry ...
Lois ,Debbie , and Mildred
Grace Kong
left a message on July 3, 2014:
I only know Bill for a year working in the Voorhees Care and Rehabilitation center, but he has been my inspiration and my biggest supporter. I will missed his smiling face dearly and dancing with him on Fridays. My condolences to his children and families. May he rest in peace and unite with his wife in heaven.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Moore
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Love you moore!
Kimberly Fennimore
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss of your Dad. I didnt have the chance to meet him , But I felt like I knew him through your posts. I know you loved your dad very much. My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was a big man with a big heart and thats where you get it from. Please take some comfort in all of your memories and cherish them always. Stay Strong Prayers to you.
Annette Destralo
left a message on July 2, 2014:
My heart goes out to you and everyone that loved Big Bill . May he rest in peace.
Ninnette Sposto
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Lisa, Scott, Steve, Katie and family.. very sorry for your loss.. he was such a happy man. My you cherish your memories of him forever and find some peace knowing that he is now at peace with your mother, no more pain or suffering.....
Ninnette Sposto
tami coleman Dutill
left a message on June 30, 2014:
To Lisa Steve and family......thinking of u in ur time of grief.....but taking solace in knowing your mom and dad are together again. Xo
David Dutill and Tami Coleman Dutill
Pete Sapienza
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Prayers to your Family !!! Your father was a great man I'm glad I had a privilege of knowing him !!!!
Donna Schiavino
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, Steven & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a great, fun man. He always made me laugh (Som). Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Sauter
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, Scott & Family: So very sorry to hear about your father. Your family is in my prayers at this difficult time. Denise & Gary Sauter
Lisa
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Thank u...love u!!! ??
Stephanie
left a message on July 1, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joyce Flannery
left a message on July 9, 2014:
Steven, Lisa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and that I was unable to attend the services. I have had you in my thoughts and prayers. Billy was a great man with a great sense of humor. " life of the party" describes him best. He will be dearly missed.
Love,
Joyce Sweeney Flannery
Eileen Finnigan
left a message on July 12, 2014:
Steven, Lisa and Family:
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Your Dad was a very special person, who could always make you smile and often just laugh out loud. So many wonderful memories of Billy growing up, he spent a lot of time at the Sweeney's house. Sweet cousin, who will always be in my heart. Now everyone in heaven will be smiling!
Love,
Eileen Sweeney Finnigan
Carmel Gartner
left a message on July 3, 2014:
Bill, Pat Verrecchio and I all arrived at VCRC at the same time. We were only a few doors away from each other on the second floor. Bill was always the first one up and the first one to go to bed but each of those times he checked on Pat and I to see if we were okay. For the first two years on Friday nights we would buy pizza or cheese steaks gather in the Day room and talk. However, we also ordered enough so that the aides and nurses could join us so they would know that we appreciated all that they did for us back then. And lastly Bill was like a kid and loved to play jokes with me on Pat because she is so naive. Once I told her as Bill waited in the hallway that my new roommate was a Siamese twin and I did not know what face to talk to. He was laughing so hard as Pat was giving it so much thought and feeling so bad. She finally heard Bill laughing and got really mad at the two of us and then he felt really bad and returned with some candy for her. She finally forgave us and then time would pass and Pat would forget and I would come up with something once again and he always joined in. He may not be here physically but I have already experienced him spiritually.
He loved his family very much and talked about all of you all the time. There was nothing more important to him then Family and then the Church. God Bless all of you, Love, Carmel
louise spink
left a message on July 2, 2014:
Bill was one who would always give you the shirt off his back and share whatever he had. He was always a had a kind word and smile. Your father will be missed greatly! From the lady in the lobby Louise at voorhees care and rehab
Regina
left a message on July 2, 2014:
My deepest sympathy to the Willis Family. May all find comfort and peace in God's word at this difficult time of loss. Revelation 21:3,4 John 5:28,29
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jennifer Joslin
left a message on July 1, 2014:
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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