William Guffey Obituary

William Guffey, of O'Fallon, died Oct. 3, 2009.

Published by Belleville News-Democrat from Oct. 4 to Oct. 7, 2009.
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to the guffey family i know the loss of billy joe is so sad and just thought to let you know that we will always remeber billy joe and miss him too,

jessica/dan boeck/guffey

October 10, 2009

He is just a breath away. God takes our souls before the physical body dies. Billy knew he was going to heaven, he felt no pain. He felt love and joy and wants only the best for his family and Lisa's family. Michelle, Dylan and Payton, he was with you when he rose to heaven. He will send you signs to let you know he is ok and he wants to go on and be ok, as well. Just ask the angels or God to help you see them. You will know when you do, you may even hear them or feel them, these are God's gifts to us.

October 9, 2009

From the bright eyed little boy to the wonderful man & father he became,he was a shining light in our family. The hole his passing has left in our hearts and souls will never close,only slowly heal. To Shelley, Dylan & Payton our thoughts and prayers are with you.To my brother Bill& his family all our love.

Kathy Farace(Guffey)

October 8, 2009

Michelle,

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Kareen

Kareen White

October 7, 2009

Billy was one of those friends that you always knew you could count on - He was the real deal... He will be missed by everyone that knew him... May God bless his children and all of his family and friends...

Chris Meyer

October 7, 2009

I will always remember the little Tow-haired boy that was Billy Joe. My heart goes out to Bill and Judy (and Jan)in there time of heartbreak. Stay strong.

Pat Burnes(Jarvis)

October 7, 2009

I have not spoken to Bill since high school. I am glad you had been there for me in shop class. Thanks for the memories!! May god bless your family and give them the strength to get through this rough time.

Cindi Miller (Flood)

October 7, 2009

Bill was a great friend! I had the privilege of knowing and working with him for 11 years. He had a way of lifting everyones spirits when you were around him. I am proud to call him my friend and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He will never be forgotten!

Bruce Mills

October 6, 2009

Dear Bill & Judy, Jeri Ann, Michael & Christi, Shelley, Dylan & Payton

Please know our prayers, love & deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at your loss. God be with each of you and help you find the peace you will each need to get through this time of sorrow.

Love,
Don & Lynn

Don & Lynn Trolinger

October 6, 2009

The world lost one of the nicest people I know on October 3. My heart goes out to his children and the rest of his family.

Trina Peck

October 6, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Connie Shrewsbury - Moran

October 6, 2009

You were like the brother I never had.
I will miss you and love you forever buddy.
Shelley, Dylan, and Payton I'm just a phone call away if ya need something.

Will Goodman

October 6, 2009

Dear Dylan,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your Mother. I know this is a great loss to you, if I can be of any help at all please let me know.

Paullette Doyle

October 6, 2009

R.I.P Billy. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family and friends

Vince Brandt

October 6, 2009

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk up to heaven and bring you home again. I will always have you in my heart.

sharon guffey-trump

October 6, 2009

October 6, 2009

This will forever be a sad point in the lives of Billy's family. Our grief is overwhelming and the pain of not having him with us is unbearable. Billy was his mother's Shinning Star and her Pillar of Strength that will not diminish but will be greatly missed. We love you and miss you Billy. I am sure that he will save us all a spot in heaven.

Christine Fraley

October 6, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dan and Margie Staff

October 6, 2009

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