William Joseph McCloskey

Bill was born in Wichita Falls, Texas. He graduated from Notre Dame Catholic High School in 1986. He served in the United States Navy in Norfolk, Virginia. He was enlisted and worked on aircraft. He spent the rest of his adult life in aviation. He moved to Washington State in 1998. He met his wife Angela and was a co-worker, a babysitter, and a roommate to her before marrying her in 2001. He was a loving father to Ciara, and daughter Azlin joined the family in 2002.

Bill was the “Anchor” for his family and extended family. He was also a lifelong Pittsburg Steelers & SPAM fan. Bill was the go to person that could fix anything and would be the first to volunteer for anything. He was the youngest of 8 and often joked about being the favorite. He never lost his Texas pride even after living in Washington State for 18 years. He leaves behind a strong legacy of his loving, giving character. In the last year of his life he was a strong supporter and mentor in the Pacific NW Junior Roller Derby where he often stepped in as a father figure to many.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife Angela; daughters Ciara & Azlin; grandson Landyn; his mother Katherine; siblings Mary, Patty, Vickey, Cile, Susie, Eddie and Karen; 17 nieces & nephews; and 21 great nieces & nephews. He was proceeded in death by his father Edward McCloskey.

With his daughter Azlin there is a fond memory of “Don’t Forget”. With Bill, it was never goodbye, always “See ya Later”.

Love you, see ya later.

Services will be held at Carlton Farms in Lake Stevens, WA on Friday April 7th at 3pm