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William Vidrine Obituary
passed away March 23, 2011 in Phoenix AZ. Bill entered the Army and was stationed in Germany. He made sergeant and was in the 1st Calvary Division Air Mobile. He was then shipped to Vietnam where he saw combat action from Sept 1969 to Sept 1970. Bill served his Country proudly. When Bill got back to Arizona he attended Phoenix Collage and applied to the Phoenix Police academy, Bill was accepted and spent the next 27 years serving proudly. Bill was a Past President of A. T. U and on the Board of Directors, Bill loved his treasure hunting Club. He is preceded in death by his parents Bill and Cleo Vidrine. His survivors include his daughter Kimberly Vidrine, grandson Trevor, sister Bernadette (Gary Johnson), niece Holly Hammond, nephew Troy Johnson (Jamie), Cody Johnson (Beth), and all his many friends, especially John Amato. A visitation will be held at Advantage Colonial Chapel 4141 N. 19th Ave in Phoenix on Tuesday April 5th at 9:00 AM with graveside services following at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery 2300 W. Van Buren in Phoenix at 11:00 AM.
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Roger Hartman
July 11, 2011
During my time in Germany Bill & I were best friends. We did everything together guard duty,Kp, drinking at the club, movies, whatever. I've tried for years to contact Bill but never succeeded till now. My wife and I were running thru the various related names and found his obituary Sunday.
Very sorry that it took us so long. Very sorry for the loss of your best friend as well.
With our deepest sympathy
Roger & Alicia Hartman
Akron Ohio
my dads wonderful smile
kimberly vidrine
June 28, 2011
Brandi Neal Beagle
June 28, 2011
Lighting a candle this morning that will go out on this site at 12am tonight...but will be forever glowing in our hearts in remembrance of a wonderful Father, Grandfather and Friend, Bill Vidrine. We miss you!
Bill at The Zoo late 60's?
Brandi Neal-Beagle
June 27, 2011
Kimberly and Bill Cali Trip 1986ish BFF
Brandi Neal-Beagle
June 27, 2011
Bill is my best friend Kimberly's Father, so I was blessed to know him for the last 22 years. When we were silly teenage girls, we would have driven anyone else NUTS. But not Bill. He always joked around with us, laughed our antics off, played along with our games, took us for pizza, and even had the bravery to take two 15 year-olds to Disneyland! When I was 17 he allowed me to move into his home and live upstairs with Kim, giving us the Master area. I ate all his cookies, drank all his milk, but he still loved me. The way he has taken care of Kim and Trevor these many years has been a testament to the type of man he was: Caring, generous, loving, patient, kind, selfless, devoted and steadfast. He has been their rock and their fortress for so very long. As others have mentioned, his sense of humor, ever-present smile and constant contagious laughter will ring in my heart forever. He is so very dearly held to us, and missed more than anyone could imagine. Bill, when we see you in Heaven we will sing Seven Spanish Angels to you, and spend eternity making you your favorite oatmeal cookies! We miss you immensely. Rest well, and thank you for who you were here with us, and for watching over us still now. Love, Your Other Daughter, Brandi
Bill and Grandson Trevor
Kimberly Vidrine
June 27, 2011
My Father and my Son’s Grandfather, our hero…My Dad raised me since I was teenager. He has been by my side everyday, and always held me up. He was the kindest most gentle man, who loved me and my son Trevor. He was truly our best friend! He came over everyday just to be with us and always with a smile that I miss dearly. He took my Son everywhere…skating, movies...they were truly best buddies! If I was sick or down he would come over, and only he knew the words to say to make me feel better. I thank God to have been blessed with the most terrific Father a person could ever dream of. And the most loving caring Grandfather…Dad you are our best friend and will always be. We miss you everyday. Thank you, Dad for everything you did for us and everything you didn’t have to do. Most of all, I thank you for your friendship, that is unconditional love; it’s everlasting. We love you, Your Daughter Kimberly and Grandson Trevor
Doug Rapp
April 25, 2011
Just learned about Bills passing and would like the family to know that he was a friend and fine fellow officer. Bill grew up about a block from my house and we never met untill we worked Sunnyslope together for many years. Great sense of humor,good cop and a pleasure to be around with that patented laugh and smile. God Speed Billy Boy,you are missed.
Doug and Nancy Rapp
April 21, 2011
I was a Phx Police Reserve officer (Sgt) and was a year behind Bill at West High. I worked many hours on patrol with Bill, he was a good, solid officer and I learned a lot from him. Fun to work with and serious when need be. Sorry to read of his passing in the Dept's 10-7 Newsletter. I rode to the station with him in him '71 Boss Mustang many times....when the clutch was functional and it was Butterscotch !! Great car ! Bill Godfrey (Peoria, AZ)
Ret. Sgt. Bill Rice
April 5, 2011
I worked with Bill on the PD many years ago. He was a stand up guy, a good friend and a good cop. God speed Billy, see ya on the other side.
Scott Kane
April 4, 2011
I met Bill through the A.T.U. metal detecting club and spent quite a few weekend days metal detecting with Bill at many sites in the Phoenix area. I will miss Bill and the many metal detecting stories of the great finds that he made over the years. I will always remember him as 'key date Bill', as it seemed that every coin he found was a 'key date'. I will miss Bill, his kindness and his love of the metal detecting hobby.
Scott Kane
A.T.U. President
Larry Martino
April 3, 2011
I Paled around with Bill in high school (west hi). We had some good times. Im sorry for your loss, he was to young. I still remember his 71 Mach 1. I think it was butterscotch color.
Ronnie Catalano
April 3, 2011
Billy was a good step dad to me when he came into my life at the age of 12. I have many memories of him flowing through my head these past couple of days. All the road trips, football games, playing catch, all the jokes and laughs we shared. He always walked a straight line and was kind soul. He had a very respectful career/ back ground. A hero. He loved sports, ASU and the Cards were his favorite teams. Billy and I could talk sports for hours! He was a big Arizona type of guy with a GREAT sense of humor, he had a laugh that carried and was quit contagious.I use to enjoy his"how it use to be when I was kid" stories. He was also very smart and gave out good advice.I would like to thank you Billy for being a part of my life, being kind and respectful to my family and children. You truley will be missed. - Ronnie
Dave and Teri Czuprynski
April 2, 2011
Bills smiling face and humor will be sadly missed at our ATU meetings
April 2, 2011
Bernadette and Kimberly I want to extend my deepest regrets for the loss of Billy. We use to play together in the backyard as small children. I am proud of his service in the Army and as a policeman.
He will be remembered in a special way by my brothers and myself.
Patricia Talbert (Vidrine), Waco, Texas
April 2, 2011
Mrs. Bernadette, Mrs Kimberly, and the rest of the family. I am very sorry to here about Mr. Bill's death. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
CH (CPT) Kirby L. Vidrine III
Schweinfurt, GE
9th Engineer Battalion (Combat)
Battalion Chaplain
April 2, 2011
Bernadette and Kimberly i am so sorry for your loss. Myself and my brothers all played with Billy as children with fond memories to all.
James E. Vidrine
Waco,Texas
John R Vidrine Jr
April 2, 2011
I am very sorry for the loss of cousin William and wish the very best for his family. May Gods Grace and Blessings be upon You all. Sincerly. John R Vidrine Jr.[Johnny]
Bernadette, Conrad and Billy Vidrine in wagon.
John R. Vidrine
April 2, 2011
Bernadette, Gary, Holly, Troy, Cody, Kimberly and Trevor. I want to extend my sincerest sympathy and condolences to you in the loss of Bill. I have nothing but fond memories when we were growing up as children.
Your cousin,
Randy Vidrine
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