Bill worked for Almond Products as a Hilo driver. He was a member of the Eagles and had a passion for riding motorcycles, bowling, golfing, fishing, and playing with his grandkids.
He is survived by his family, Tina Blackmore, William Van Etten II, Paul Van Etten, Ed Van Etten (Bonnie), Ella Higgins, Beanie Pickelsimer (Rick), Brenda Van Etten, Zach Blodgett, Jacob Blackmore, 16 grandchildren, one great-grandson, and several nieces and nephews.
