After struggling with a dementia illness for several years, Bill passed away at home on June 19, 2019 at the age of 82 years 4 months. Born in Clinton, Illinois on February 11, 1937 his family moved to Jackson where he attended city schools.
At an early age he developed a keen interest in automobiles which stayed with him his whole life. On June 27, 1959 he married Georgia Ann Morehead And they shared 60 years together with many exciting adventures.
He was preceded in death by his parents William G. and Helen Vinson Morehead. He leaves behind his wife Georgia; children, Lisa (Scott)Davis, Dianne and (Clint) Lively and Gib (Jennifer) Morehead; Grandchildren Alex Blackwell and fiancée (Kasey Williams), Chad (Chelsea) Blackwell and Rebecca Ann Morehead. He also leaves behind siblings; Joan Holloway, Judy Daniels, Jane Childress, Sue Fisher and Bob Morehead along with several nieces and nephews.
Bill was a U.S. Army Veteran and was employed by Rockwell/ Porter Cable corporation for 24 years. Later moving on to operate a freight delivery business before retiring.
A visitation will be conducted on Saturday June 22, 2019 at the South Chapel of George A. Smith and Sons from 12:00 pm until 2:30 pm.
A graveside service will immediately follow at 3:00 pm at Highland Memorial Gardens.
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