William "Bill" Morrill

William 'Bill' Morrill high school 'Teacher of the Year 2008'; 63 LEOMINSTER William "Bill" Morrill, 63, of Leominster, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving wife and children, on Wednesday, August 27, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born November 16, 1944, in Portland, Maine, he spent most of his life in Leominster. As an engineer, he enjoyed an extensive career with many varied experiences; however, his working passion was found 6 years ago when he accepted a teaching position at the Center for Technical Education (Pre-Engineering/CAD) at Leominster High School. He cared for and mentored his students as if they were his own children and considered his colleagues his "family"! He played a pivotal role in developing the "Project Lead the Way". The students and faculty honored him as "Teacher of the Year 2008". As a man of integrity and conviction, he was capable of deep love, great faith, and sharp intellect. An inspiration to all who knew him, he will be missed. Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Cheryl (Martell) Morrill; his daughter, Lori Petricca, her husband, Lenny, their 3 children, Nicholas, Kelsey, and Aaron; daughter, Tamara Bedard, her husband, Mark, their 2 children, Andrew and Laurynn; and son, Brandon, his wife, Lisa, their 2 children, Tyler and Zachary, and 2 step children, Kristina and Michael. MORRILL The funeral will be held Saturday, August 30, at 10:00 A.M. at Leominster Assembly of God, 834 Main St., Leominster, with Pastor Mark Boucher officiating. Calling hours are Friday, August 29, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. in Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg. Flowers may be sent or memorial donations to Leominster High School, Center for Technical Education, 122 Granite St., Leominster, MA 01453.