Bill passed peacefully eight days after his 90th birthday. He was born in Springfield, Missouri and grew up in Eugene, OR. Following graduation from Eugene High School, he began his career and married his high school sweetheart, Doris. While raising their 4 boys, he started his own insurance adjusting company in Albany, OR and later branched to Corvallis, OR. In the early 70’s he partnered and acquired the firm Giesy, Grear & Gunn, Inc. in Portland, OR. He was also proud to serve terms as both Vice President and later President of the National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters.
Bill was an avid Oregon Duck fan, fly fisherman, and a lover of the great outdoors. Known by many for his sense of humor and a kind heart. He often shared his gift of singing and playing guitar for generations of both family and friends. In his later years, he no longer played guitar, but he did sing his favorite songs almost right to the very end.
Bill is survived by his wife of 22 years, Ethelmae, his sons Jeff, Mark, and Randy, 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Preceding him in death are his wife Doris; eldest son, Tom; and granddaughter Casey.
A small service will be held Sept. 7 at 1pm at Finley Sunset Hills Mortuary 6801 SW Sunset Hwy, Portland, OR 97225 with a reception to follow services. In lieu of flowers, his memory can be honored with donations to The Humane Society, or Signature Hospice, 7632 SW Durham Rd. Suite 130, Tigard, OR 97224.
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