A lifetime resident of Jackson, Michigan passed away Friday, July 10 under the loving care of his family and Allegiance Hospice. Bill retired from Aeroquip after 30 years. He was a Coastguard Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his wife Emily of 61 years, his daughter Pamela (Joe) Garrett, Kellie (Gerald) Stipanuk, and his son Andrew Morton. Grandchildren include Jennifer Garrett, Joseph (Cristina) Garrett, Travis Garrett, Bill (Kelly) Kenel, Emily and Towne Morton, Andrea and Aerelle Stipanuk and five great grandchildren and his constant K9 compaion Willie. Bill's memorial will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Battle Creek, Friday the 24th of July at 12 o'clock noon. We will never stop missing our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. If desired, make donations to Jackson Animal Shelter which was very close to Bill's heart.
Chas. J. Burden & Son Funeral Home
1806 East Michigan Avenue
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 784-3104