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Hellwig, William (Bill) Paul
William (Bill) Paul Hellwig passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 28, 5 days after his 93rd birthday.
Bill was born on April 23, 1929 to Paul Hellwig and Karolina (Seibert) in the Bronx, NY. He is predeased by his Parents, only sibling, Brother Walter, Sister-in-Law Dee and their Daughter Carol, Son-in-Law Matthew Collins, Mother-in-Law Gail (Canfield) Madison, Brother-in-Law James Madison and Daughter-in-Law Shirley (Reynolds) Bixby.
Bill joined the United States Army, basic training at Fort Brag in December 1950. He completed Signal Core Training and was stationed in Germany until he was discharged in December 1952. Bill retired from General Electric as a member of the Quality Control team. He retired a second time from Fairport Central School Bus Garage in July 2012 at the age of 83.
Bill coached Fairport Little League and Pony League baseball for sons Ken and Paul, and enjoyed golf with family and several friends through the years. He taught Paul and Ken to swear while on golf courses and watching the NY Giants play! He also played soft ball, pitching into his 60s. He was an avid reader, crossword puzzle enthusiast and, in most recent years, was a member of Perinton Senior Chorus. He enjoyed sharing his beautiful voice with others.
He will always be remembered by his surviving family: Wife of 31 years Narda (Madison/Bixby) Hellwig; Daughter Linda and her Husband Jim Riley, Sons Paul and Ken, and Daughter Meg, Grandson Brian (Julie) Riley, Great Grandson Greyson Riley, and 2 Nieces and 1 Nephew; Narda’s children, Larry (Lisa) Bixby, Christopher (Tammie) Bixby, Jeffrey (Kathy Boerman) Bixby, Dona (Scott) Taylor, 8 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews.
The Family would like to acknowledge the exceptional loving care Bill received from UR Medicine Hospice Team and Advent House staff & volunteers.
There will be no service. Donations in Bill’s honor can be made to Advent House; 1010 Moseley Rd, Fairport NY 14450 or charity of your choice.
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3 responses to “Hellwig, William (Bill) Paul”
Narda & Family. I am truly sorry for your loss. I was so fortunate to meet Bill (Mr. Hellwig-since I went to school with Paul). My mom’s Alzheimer’s journey has lead me on a path. Meeting Bill on that path has been a blessing. She always ‘swooned’ over his beautiful voice. Brought us many smiles. He was so fortunate to have you by his side. My heart is with you. Fondly, Cindy (Marchbanks) Slowik
I played softball for many years in the Perinton League for many years. We played golf once a year at Canandaigua CC for many years.
Dear Narda and family, and to Bill’s children,
My deepest sympathy for your loss of a great man in your lives.
How blessed we all were to have known Bill for the time he was in each of our lives.
He brought so much love into the life of Narda.
I learned a lot about love and respect in a marriage relationship from watching the two of them love and support each other and their families.
Thank you William for the many gifts you shared with others in your full lifetime.
I will miss your;
Sparkling eyes, curious mind, beautiful voice, your layback nature, your dry sense of humor, watching you watch golf, hearing you break into song, your storytelling, and watching my dear friend light up when she was around her “Willster”.
“Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again”. (Psalm 71:20)
May you all find comfort in the knowledge that God keeps his promises, and May you give Glory to Christ in all seasons.
Kirsten Fannon