He passed away on August 4, 2023, at the age of 79. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Connie Nilmeier. Connie was his high school sweetheart and love of his life. They loved to travel the world together.
He is survived by his children Rich Nilmeier and Kim Barnes, her husband Gregg Barnes and their children, Riley Barnes and Bobby Barnes, his wife Michele and their children Brady, Hudson, Brooklyn and Audrey Barnes.
Bill was a family man that coached youth sports. He always attended his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s events. He was a Fresno State Alumni and love attending the Bulldog Football games where he got to watch Riley play, Michele cheer and Bobby in the ROTC. He loved boating, fishing and camping, but mostly, he loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends at the Elk’s Lodge and Pismo Creek RV Resort.
Services will be on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Stephens and Bean Funeral Chapel in Fresno, CA. Followed by a celebration of his life at 12:00 p.m., noon at Woodward Lake, 10250 N Westshore Dr, Fresno, CA 93730.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stephensandbean.com for the Nilmeier family.