William Barney Colley

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Bachman Hebble Funeral Service

223 Bedford Rd N

Battle Creek, Michigan

William Colley Obituary

William Barney Colley Battle Creek William Barney Colley, 55, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. He was born January 20, 1955 in Battle Creek the son of James Earl and Florentine (Gilbert) Colley. He lived in Battle Creek most of his life except for 4 years which he lived in Las Vegas. Bill was employed by Battle Creek Health System for 37 years in Bio Medical Engineering as a technician. He belonged to the B.C. Van Club. Biking was Bill's passion; he looked forward to the Palm ride every year. He enjoyed kite flying, ice fishing and antique collecting. Bill also enjoyed doing things for people in a quiet way. He went to the Wheatland Music Festival and Shipshewana for over 25 years. He is survived by his father, James Colley; sister, Christine Davis; niece and nephew, Kristy (John Jackson) Warren, Mark Allen (Heather Cretsinger) Warren; great niece and nephew, Breonna and Curtis Warren. He is also survived by his life time partner, Michele Osborn, her son, Ryan (Erikka Slater) Osborn; grandchildren, Kabe, Carmen and Philip who will miss their "PaPa" deeply. He was preceded in death by his mother, Florentine and niece, Beverly Ann Davis-Wiggins. Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Saturday from 2:00 until the time of the service. A memorial service will be held Saturday, 3:00 p.m. at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Rev. Carolyn Robinson-Fisher officiating. Memorial tributes may be made to American Heart Association. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Feb. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for William Colley

12 Entries

Rhonda Richards

February 6, 2010

Michele,
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill was one of those guys that brought kind and positive energy to the world. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are coming your way that you may find peace during this time of deep loss. God Bless and please call if you need anything.

February 6, 2010

Michele,
I am so sorry to here of Bill's passing. It is hard to come up with words or story to offer comfort to you and your family. We have all lost a friend and the world has lost a really great guy. Know that you are in our prayers.
John Adamson

February 5, 2010

Michele
I was sorry to here of Bill's passing. He was a person you count on in a pinch. I recall an episode a few years back when he and Rick and I shared the office space that is now the Clincal Informatics area. I was myself having a "health issue" and if Bill hadn't been there to get a wheelchair and help me to ER I don't know where I would be today. I am glad to have know him.
You and your family remain in our prayers
Please let me know if there is something we can do for you.
Val and Archie Silkworth

February 5, 2010

Michele & Family-
Bill was a gentle giant and a great crew chief and crew member for many years, with many ballooning memories and photos. He will be missed among his family and friends.
Donna Fox

February 5, 2010

Michele -
Thinking of you and your family & sending prayers your way. We will all miss Bill - what a kind and genuine soul.
Marlene & Jim Pardoe

Marie Crapoff

February 4, 2010

Michiele,
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I was in shock and still am. Bill was always so quiet but ever so pleasant. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

February 3, 2010

Michele
I am very sorry to he Bill has passed. Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and the Family Steve and Susan Thomas

Robin

February 3, 2010

So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I always enjoyed his gentle spirit.... He called me Merc, I called him Norton, guess that's what we were driving at the time. You will be missed by so msny people!

February 3, 2010

Michele-
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Andrea and Mike Pickett

February 3, 2010

Bill,

You will forever be part of my life.

February 3, 2010

Michele,
Our thoughts are with you! Bill will be missed tremendously by everyone. (We will miss seeing his truck parked outside our house to go ice fishing).
Jon and Sharon Wixson

February 3, 2010

Although I only had the pleasure to work with Bill a short time he left a lasting impressing on me. He was always kind and a joy to work with.
May your memories give you strength.
Misty Baker

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