William "Billy" C. Shurtleff

William Charles Shurtleff, 48, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on November 14, 2026. Born on January 21, 1978, he was the son of the late Jacqueline Shurtleff and stepson of Jonathan Devaney. Billy grew up in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, and graduated from New Bedford Voke.

Above all, Billy loved his sons, Owen and Logan. Watching his boys play sports brought him immense pride, and they were the most important people in his life. He also cherished his family and friends, who knew him as one -of-a-kind personality.

A thrill seeker at heart, Billy loved motorcycles, dirt bikes, and fast cars. His adventures gave those who loved him plenty of stories to tell-and more than a few reasons to hold their breath. He had a way of escaping close calls that made him seem larger than life.

Billy was a jack of all trades who spent much of his working life as a carpenter. Most recently, he worked as a union carpenter for the city of New Bedford.

Always the center of attention, Billy was never shy about telling you exactly what he thought, whether you wanted to hear it or not. His blunt honesty, bold spirit, and unforgettable antics made him someone you could never mistake for anyone else.

He is survived by his sons, Owen Shurtleff and Logan Shurtleff; his stepfather, Jonathan Devaney; his brothers, Patrick Devaney and Devon Devaney; and the family and friends who will miss him deeply. He was predeceased by his mother, Jacqueline Shurtleff, and his baby brother, Gabriel.

Billy leaves behind a lifetime of stories and a place in the lives of those who loved him that no one else could fill.

A celebration of Billy’s life will be announced at a later date.

Private arrangements are in the care of the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME AT DARTMOUTH, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth. For online tributes, visit our website at www.waring-sullivan.com