William "Bill" Mentel

Mr. Mentel was born June 20, 1950, son of the late Bruce and Rita Mentel.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Mentel; a sister, Ann Stasunas and husband Tony; a brother-in-law, David Neal, adopted Sister-In-Law and dear friend Aytul Ozkan; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and many other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Andy Neal and still remained close to Andy's wife Kim. Also preceded in death by his loving niece, Jacqueline Lewallen; nephew, Justin Neal; a sister-in-law, Patricia Neal; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roy and Elsie Neal.

A celebration of his life will be held at on May 3rd at Edgewood Presbyterian Church, 316 W. McIntosh Street, Sanford, North Carolina 27330. A visitation will be at 1:00 pm, with Funeral Service immediately following at 2:00 pm.

Bill was a strong Christian and was a member of St Mary's Catholic Church in Monroe MI. As a young boy he was an Alter Boy and went to 12 Years of Parochial School. He was a college graduate of the University of Toledo and spent the majority of his career in the Commercial Nuclear Power Industry where he and his loving wife met 28 years ago. He was an avid Michigan Wolverine fan and loved his Detroit Lions.

Bill was an avid reader of all types of books. And was very knowledgeable in a multitude of subjects, which he loved to share with anyone he came in contact with. He never met a stranger and could always find something in common to discuss with. He enriched so many family, friends and others with his knowledge and gift of gab.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bill Mentel's may be made to the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick, 955 Mercy Lane, Bolivia, NC 28461.

Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com

Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.