Bill married Shirley Heil of Maroa, IL in 1949. She predeceased him in 2007. Also predeceasing him were sons, Ed and Bill and daughter, Nancy. Surviving family are his daughter, Susan Cambier, son-in-law Craig and grandson Steve; son-in-law Bob Wisehart, grandchildren Adam and Katie and great-granddaughter, Ava.
Bill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Monticello, the Rotary Club, the U of I Oratorio Society and Faith in Action. He loved his family, his community and his faith. He and Shirley enjoyed walks in Allerton Park, playing the piano, reading, travelling and Mexican food on a Friday night.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to American Cancer Society or American Alzheimer's Association.