William E. Bechtold, 79, passed away on October 8, 2022 in Promedica-SNF-Lebanon. He was the son o f the late Ernest and Elizabeth Bechtold. He is survived by his wife Judith nee Wagner of 56 years. He is also survived by his children William and Terri wife of Brian Brightbill. He is survived by his grandchildren Stephanie, Leandra, Alex and Elizabeth. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren Joshua, Aria, Amya and Nova. He is survived by sisters Louise Scaramuzzino and Ernestine wife of Bernard Batdorf as well as several nieces and nephews. He served in the United States Air Force from 1961-1965.