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William HARRISON Obituary
Oct. 22, 1958 - Oct. 23, 2022
William Michael Joseph Harrison, 64, of West Chester, Ohio, lost his battle with cancer at home on Sunday surrounded by family. Born in Hamilton, Ohio, to Walter Harrison and Mary Katherine Harrison (nee Pater).
Survived by his beloved wife Nancy Harrison; children Rachel, Julie and Mitchell; grandchildren Aidan and Isabella Mangus; great-grandchild Adonis Mangus; siblings Taulby (Diane) Harrison, Patricia (Mike) Tincher and Greg Harrison; grand dog Poppy, many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces and many dear friends and the best of neighbors.
Preceded in death by his mother and father, his grandmother Marie C. Pater (nee Geekie), sister Teresa Marie Bauer, niece Mary Kay Steeves and nephew Samuel Harrison.
Bill liked corona and a good laugh but mostly he enjoyed architecture, drawing, all types of music, repairing and rebuilding homes. Bill loved life and was always present for any person in need. Pretty quickly, Bill's read of the room would find him linked in an embrace, a strong hand shake and a gentle smile--genuinely happy to be, but not just be. Bill's constant pursuit in life was to live fully, refine his mind, body and soul so that he was always able to offer all the best of himself. Bill was able to talk with anyone and often would find some common thread that would begin a meaningful conversation. He loved to laugh and he was forever wanting to help or give more than he probably should but others were just more important to him than himself. Bill would offer antidotes to life's serious problems with the appropriate level of wisdom and levity that made him such an easy and comforting person to speak with.
Commemorative services will be held at St. John the Evangelist on Thursday, November 10, 2022, with visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 with Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00.
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Cabel Leavell
February 13, 2025
I always liked billy he was a good man ! Grew up with him around Hamilton Ohio ! Liked the whole Harrison family my condolences to all of you ! Cabel
Joi Richardson
November 8, 2023
Billy you were always a great friend! We had so much fun @ Garfield. Your loss is a notable void in the life of all who knew you. Catch you on the flip side, bro!
Billie and Barry
November 10, 2022
Nancy and kids, so sorry for your loss. Just wish I could have been there today to give you all a big hug. Billy was such a wonderful man and he will be missed. Billie and Barry
Janet Partin
November 7, 2022
i will always remember you both from living on Grand Blvd when my Geno was little. Bill was always so nice to everyone rip billy
Yvonne Campbell Hamilton
November 6, 2022
Our families have been friends for generations, I consider our friendship a gift from them. You will live in my heart forever.
Dick & Kim Koenig and Crew
November 6, 2022
Dear Nancy, Rachel, Julie & Mitchell:
It is with a heavy heart and sadness from our family (The Koenig´s) to offer our deepest sympathy. We have been blessed over 40 years to share a special gift of friendship with both of you through The Farley and Necessary families! So much laughter and fun times we all have had. These precious memories We will hold close to our hearts forever. Whenever Bill would walk into a room there was his infectious smile and always a huge bear hug. May God hold all of you in the palm of his hand during this most sad time in your lives. This is not "Goodbye" Bill it´s "See" You later sweet guy! Our Love & Prayers Forever, Dick & Kim Koenig and Crew....
Tom Hymer
November 6, 2022
Billy was like a brother to me. We both enjoyed a good laugh. He will always be in my heart.
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