Mr. Ames is survived by his wife Elaine Ames; daughter Julie Ames; and daughter Susan Cooper.
A graveside service for William will be held Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge Center Drive, Woodbridge, NJ 07095 followed by a burial. A period of mourning will be observed on Thursday following services, on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and on Saturday, December 22, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bloomfieldcooperocean.com for the Ames family.