William E. McMahon, (77), of Sun City, Arizona, passed away on January 28, 2023. In the quiet morning hours, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ took William home to the place where he belonged after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Until his last breath, two qualities remained that defined his life’s character: his strength and his selflessness.
William, affectionately known to many as Bill, Uncle Billy, Pops, Grandpa, Gramps, or Great Grandpa was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois by his adoring parents Francis and Gladys McMahon. He was met in Heaven by his loving parents, his beloved sister Donna, sister Barbara, brother Richard, and many family and friends.
Bill is survived by the love of his life and best friend Elizabeth (Betty) of which he shared over 54 incredible years of marriage. His three children, Michelle, Patrick and William Jr. all married wonderful spouses and raised amazing children based on the example their parents set. Bill was blessed with 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren with 2 more imminent arrivals.
He is known as a devoted Catholic, dedicated family man, talented musician and doting grandfather. He also proudly served his nation as a United States Navy Seabee completing two combat tours during the Vietnam conflict. Bill continued to perfect his craft as a construction electrician while dedicating 45 years as a proud member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
To draft a 3,500 word essay could not capture all the traits and attributes that made this man Special. But what meant the most to him was being a husband, father, grandfather and true friend.
Nothing meant more to Bill than family. At his core he was a provider and his love, caring, discipline and compassion epitomized his gift as a husband and father. He was a man with a wonderful sense of humor who invariably seemed like he could strike up a conversation with anyone. His musical acumen was shared among family, friends and congregation members for decades and his musical legacy of brilliant guitar playing lives on with his grandson Brandon.
Bill’s family will host a memorial service on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. The service will be held at the Sunland Memorial Park, Mortuary & Cremation Center in Sun City, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Bliss Hospice, 2550 W. Union Hills Dr., Suite 350-366, Phoenix, AZ 85027, 602-492-1643 in Bill’s (William E. McMahon) name.
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