He was born in Portland Maine, the son of William H Wilcox Sr. and Mildred A Roberts, on November 2, 1933. He graduated from Portland High School in 1952, and in 1955, married his long-time companion Catherine C Connors. He then joined the Air National guard in 1956, receiving an honorable discharge in 1958. He was employed at Soule Glass Co in 1958, leaving in 1968,then accepted a position as Chief Clerk at the Maine Central Railroad, later retiring in October of 1991.
Bill was a member of the Eagles, American Legion, and the Portland Am Vets post 25. Bill enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and watching his favorite sports. Bill was a true Boston fan, his favorite team the Boston Celtics, cheering on his favorite player Larry Bird “The Bird Man”.
He is predeceased by his Parents, loving wife of 54 years Catherine C Wilcox (Connors), a brother and sister, and two sons James J Wilcox, and Brian E Wilcox.
Survivors include third son William K Wilcox and his wife Elizabeth, a daughter in law Mary Wilcox, 4 Nieces, a nephew, 4 grandchildren, 5 great grand children and several Cousins.
Services will be held at the Jones, Rich & Barnes on April 14, 2018 at 199 Woodfords St Portland from 11 AM till 2 PM
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