Of Menomonee Falls. Went Home to the Lord on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at the age of 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Karen (nee Jannke). Proud and loving father of Todd (Melinda) and Rick (Debbie). Loving and proud grandfather of Eric (Andreia), Zack (fiancée Jennifer Englebert), Brett, Mitch (Alex) and Jeff (Megan). Special companion of Natalia. Lifelong friend and brother-in-law of Fred and Carol Jannke. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends in Menomonee Falls, Eagle River, WI and Clearwater Beach, FL. Bill is preceded in death by his brother Don and his wife Grace.

Bill was born on December 18, 1936. He spent 2 years in the Army before he married Karen in 1959. He pursued a career as a barber, where he worked with his father before opening Gentlemen’s Choice.

Bill enjoyed life to the fullest. His Happy Place was the family cottage in Eagle River. It was there that he enjoyed boating, snowmobiling, and many get togethers with his circle of friends and family. A snowbird to Clearwater Beach, FL would be his next love of life, where he met countless friends, and enjoyed his last decade.

Visitation on Saturday, April 26 from 11AM until time of Memorial Service at 1PM at HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH; W156 N8131 Pilgrim Rd., Menomonee Falls. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bill’s name to the church or Kathy Hospice are greatly appreciated. The family would like to give a special thank you to all the angels at Kathy Hospice for their kindness and compassionate care.