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William Purol Obituary
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Your sister Darlene
January 6, 2023
I miss you so much Bill. I will see you again someday. You will never be forgotten and always missed and loved
Darlene Purol
January 9, 2021
I miss you so much and I love you with my whole heart my precious brother. There is no one in this world like you. I miss our laughs and talks. I think about you all the time.
Laura Jezsik
January 8, 2021
I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. I still think about you every day. I’ll be taking you with me to heart lake this spring so that you can be in one of your favorite places. I’ll never forget you and will always miss you.
Laura
January 8, 2021
I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. I still think about you every day. I’ll be taking you with me to heart lake this spring so that you can be in one of your favorite places. I’ll never forget you and will always miss you.
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Laura
January 8, 2021
I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. I still think about you every day. I’ll be taking you with me to heart lake this spring so that you can be in one of your favorite places. I’ll never forget you and will always miss you.
Darlene Purol
January 7, 2020
Missing you today and always, your are the best brother ever and never ever forgotten. Love you always and forever
Your sister Darlene
Matt Koelsch
July 25, 2019
I worked side by side with Bill for a few months at Dynamic Dies in Gates, must have been 1993 or so. Then I served as a roadie for Uncle Sam for a couple of shows including one at the old Bombay Bicycle Club and a trip on the bus down to NYC. Good times. What a kind, talented, and funny guy he was. I can still see that smile and the twinkle in his eye as he's saying Let's get the hey out of here!. It's been many years since our paths crossed but you've been on my mind, brother, and you are missed.
Darlene Bridson
July 13, 2019
I love you so much my brother. You were the best guy ever. I miss you so much every single day
Your sister
Darlene
Happy times
September 4, 2016
September 3, 2016
Miss you Pop
Sheryl aka Schaller Alessi
January 1, 2016
Remembering you Bill, especially during the Holiday season. You hold a special place in my heart. You are unforgettable.
December 30, 2015
thinking of you today and still missing you...
Laura
March 4, 2015
Happy 47th Birthday, Bill. You are loved forever. Today I heard the song, "I am there" and I knew you were right with me. Love and Hugs. Mom
Mom
March 4, 2013
Happy Birthday, Bill, my son. You would have been 45 years old at 6:35 a.m. this morning and I remember your wonderful birth at Mercy Hospital in Toledo, Ohio like it was yesterday. Love forever, Mom.
Mom
October 6, 2012
I am still missing you every day, my son. You will always be loved.
Mike Daniel
August 31, 2011
Bill was a great friend although we had not seen each other much recently. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing when I looked into our 25th reunion for IHS.
Kat Katafiaz
April 24, 2011
Bill was a wonderful musician, father and friend. You will always be missed old friend.
March 12, 2011
''I played drums in Bill's band called,''PERMANENTLY NOW'' from 1986-1987.....I remember him as a dedicated guitarist/bassist,and a fair man....may God rest your soul''----Greg Peller.
March 4, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Bill's family. He was a high school friend that was always a sweetheart. He's in a better place now. God Bless ~ Anne & Sue Hoyt
Jon Belec
March 1, 2011
Bill was a former student of mine at FLCC. We had been keeping in touch since he started his own studio and was keeping busy. It had been a few months since we last spoke and I was looking forward to talking with him.
I'm shocked as I'm sure everyone is. He was a kind soul who will be missed by many.
Aaron Stopka
February 4, 2011
Bill was my first lead guitarist in my first band!! I've been thinking of him and the band alot over the last few years because I moved to his home town. Driving down near the HOG allways brings back great memories of fun and good times. I am sorry I never got to run into him after all these years. I am so sorry and god bless the Purol family and friends..
January 22, 2011
I went to school with Bill and Darlene...the news broke my heart. I'm sorry for your loss. Also a friend of Bills...thru "steps". God grant you serenity..amen.
Sincerely,
Violetta Armstrong-Masters
Michael Tanney
January 16, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Marilu Aguilar
January 16, 2011
Dee,
My condolences to you and all of Bill's family. I never met your son, but from all I'm reading here, it sounds like he was a wonderful human being and, if I may add, a chip off the old block...your free spirit, your love of music and for life and the beautiful ways you've both touched the lives of so many. My heart is with you. May you find comfort in knowing that God is holding your son gently in his arms.
With much love,
Marilu
Kathy Ferguson(Cadle)
January 16, 2011
I wish that I could put into words how a bird sings, I wish I could put in words, how a bird can fly. You could sing so well, you soared so high. Your guitar, your instrument, your voice, your soul. We were friends, we were confidants. I will love you always.
kathy
Joshua Heckathorn
January 15, 2011
I was in some classes with Billy at FLCC, including an ensemble. I didn't know him well, but he was always encouraging and friendly - always looking up... looking forward - and was certainly a damn fine picker! He's Gone... Too Soon Gone.
SERENA BUCHIERE
January 14, 2011
bill its so hard to know that you are not around. you played in the basement where i resided.n played my bridal night out you meant the world to my brother KEVIN n soon meant alot to my kids n eye..you are for sure looking down upon us saying COME ON!!!! U WILL BE MISSED KEVIN ROSS N SERENA ROSS BUCHIERE.LOVE U GUY SAVE MY SPOT.
Elaine Jezsik
January 14, 2011
My memory of Bill is that he was a kind, compassionate man, a loving father to his two boys, and one who was there to help. I remember him playing his guitar and my granddaughter singing, and them talking of making a recording. He also helped me out with a few plumbing problems.
May the Lord grant him eternal rest. I can visualize Jesus, wih arms outstretched saying "Welcome home Bill."
My heart goes out to Michael and Alex and the rest of his family.
Elaine Jezsik
Steve O
January 14, 2011
I'm sad to see you go my friend, you will be missed. Rest easy Billy.
Gordon Richey
January 13, 2011
My sincerest, deepest, sympathies to the whole family. Boys - your Dad will always be there in your hearts and memories. Plus he will be keeping an eye on you from upstairs. To you and your family, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.
Mary Reid
January 13, 2011
I am so sorry for this loss may Heaven accept you and grab your goodness Bill was always a great person and he always made me laugh
Rita Cotraccia Jonassen
January 13, 2011
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." My sincere sympathy....
Robyn Pendlebury
January 13, 2011
My heart ached when I heard. Bill will be so missed. He was such a kind soul and was so loved by me and many others. My sincere thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends. Love Always,
January 13, 2011
Bill, you are a friend from my past...
AND our past always catches up with us...
I look forward to hanging out with you again ...but not today ....not today...
See you soon my friend......
Terry Thomas
Brooke Zimmerman
January 13, 2011
Sherry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brooke (Levine) Zimmerman
Rick Elmer
January 13, 2011
My prayers are with your family Bill.
You taught me more then you can imagine so many years ago. Your a great man and a great musician who helped me along and gave me confidence. We shared a odd sense of humor. This world is a much better place for having you here..and now Heaven is much better for you are there. Thank you for your time here. God bless.
Jason Brown
January 13, 2011
To all of Bill's family and close friends: I am so sorry for your loss. I really liked Bill and am deeply saddened.
Denise Haig
January 13, 2011
Thank You My Friend, You Will Be Missed, But I'm Happy To Say I Knew You Bill......
Sherrie Alessi-Penlon
January 12, 2011
I can echo all that is said here plus some..you are a star. Such a patient, humble, talented, creative, funny person. I am grateful to have shared some of lifes' journey with you. My condolences to your sons and all your family. Rest in Peace
Paul Hathaway
January 12, 2011
I remember hanging out with Bill and Scott Winter back when they had a band named Permanently Now, They had a practice room in a building up on St. Paul near downtown. Every Sat,Sun a bunch of us would gather there and listen to them practice. They would have shows down in Charlotte or birthday parties here and there. They were always playing somewhere.
I remember him being the nicest guy. Really a sad thing to see him go.
Take care Bill. See you soon.
AJ
January 12, 2011
My sympathy to your family and friends. I was friends with Bill in high school - he was a wonderful person. Rest in peace.
Kurt D'Aurizio
January 12, 2011
Bill, you will be missed! You were a great friend. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Jay Peek
January 12, 2011
Bill was a consummate musician. Always pushing. Always Asking. His personae circulated all around Upstate NY. If music is a gift from God, then Bill clearly was doing Gods work. As a music facilitator myself, I will miss Bill very much.
Bill Goodman
January 12, 2011
Bill was a good friend. He helped me so much in early sobriety. He was an inspiration for me. I'm so sorry for your family's loss. May the Lord bless and keep you, May His face shine upon you and give you peace. We will miss you brother.
Pamela Riley
January 12, 2011
Many memories of Bill in high school, such a kind hearted person. To his family I'm so sorry for your loss.
Tim Gerow
January 12, 2011
May you rest in peace in the hands of God.
Tina Thompson
January 12, 2011
Cannot believe you are gone! My dear friend and neighbor. So many memories of growing up include you and your family. My prayers go out to your boys and the rest of your family. I will miss you so much Wild Thing!
Cheyanne Howe
January 12, 2011
Bill was one of my best friends and one of the most wonderful people I've ever known. He truly cared about others and he meant so much to me. He believed in me 100%. He helped me create music that I was so proud of. He never took a penny from me for it. He just did it because he loved music and he was my friend. He was always there for me to talk to. It's so sad for the world to lose somebody like that because friends like that are so rare. I miss him so much. I'll never be able to explain to anyone how much he did for me. Every song I ever write or sing from now on will be for him.
Tamara Perry
January 12, 2011
Memories of growing up next-door as kids, make me laugh. You'll be missed by many old friend. My prayers are with the family and your son's. Peace and hope. Love ya Bro! Tammie
Michelle Duffy
January 12, 2011
I haven't seen Bill in many years, but I can easily echo the others here who say that he was a kind, gentle soul deserving of a long and happy life.
Death Don't have NO Mercy.
Peace.
Brian Lamendola
January 12, 2011
Isaiah 57:1-2 in the New Living Translation:
"The righteous pass away. The godly often die before their time. And no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. For the Godly who die will rest in peace."
Bonnie Krzyzanowski
January 12, 2011
Dee,
I wish I could have met him and heard him sing, especially if he inherited your talents. I am so sorry and I hope you feel the multitude of prayers expressed for you and your family.
Bonnie Krzyzanowski
January 12, 2011
Bill and George
January 12, 2011
January 12, 2011
To a very good friend from the past. A pleasant personality and one who truly cared about others, and nothing but fond memories of Bill. To his sons- so sorry for your loss, your Dad was truly one of the good ones. Jeff Lowe
Mali Rivera
January 12, 2011
We will miss Bill more than words can say. He was one of the most kind hearted and humble people I've ever known. I loved his songs and we had a wonderful time singing them with him at the cottage this past summer... Love and peace to all his loved ones. Mali
Lynn Scott
January 12, 2011
Warm Summer Sun
By Mark Twain(Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
I will always cherish the memories of the cottage and the warm summer sun. I feel blessed for having known you, even if only for a short time. Rest in peace.
Vincent Lattuca
January 12, 2011
Bill was my tenant at cosmicjams and rented our recording studio, he was my friend and a kind hearted soul. I am really going to miss you buddy. My deepest sympathy to all his family. God Bless.
Laura Jezsik
January 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Bill's family and all who knew him. He touched so many more lives than he will ever have known. Bill was a significant part of my life and a forever friend. He was a fun loving, free spirit. He is no doubt in a beautiful place, playing his acoustic in peace. I will miss him terribly.
Billy Purol~ Friend of Bill
a friend of Bill
January 12, 2011
January 12, 2011
Bill,was like a brother to me!! May god watch over you my friend. I will see you in heaven Paul Recore
Craig Snyder
January 12, 2011
Bill was a student of mine at FLCC and I was glad to have him. He was well-liked by his peers and teachers. We will all remember him as the kind-hearted man with the easy going style.
John Wilkin
January 12, 2011
I didn't know Bill real well but knew him enough to know that he was one of the nicest people you would ever meet.I met him in Charlotte and went to Uncle Sam practice's with him a few times.I was a rookie on guitar and he tried to teach me:) Told me I was tone def. lol. My heart goes to his family and friends. He was super cool.
January 12, 2011
" There will be peace in the valley for you my friend " My deepest sympathy to the loved ones of Billy . John K. Cook ( Rochester NY)
Christine McKee
January 11, 2011
Darlene, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. What a tragic loss! You are in my prayers. Christine McKee
Anthony La Tona
January 11, 2011
Bill was absolutely an amazing man. Would give up anything to see a person who he loved happy. Shared so many important and amazing memories. One of the kindest people I had the priveledge to know. One day I know ill see him again to hear him say "help me, help you". Spent one of the best moments of my life with him on our trip to Detroit and Philidelphia, still have it on film. Loved this man like a brother and can't wait to hear that same charasmatic voice. Was going to do big things with him musically but will have to wait to do that now. Bill inspired many to believe in themselves and made those who had little hope, gain hope. It is time to celebrate his life by remembering his smile and laughter, we should not mourn the loss. He brought joy to all that he met. Love you Bill, you will always be in my heart as a person who not only taught me how to harmonize (haha) but taught me how to enjoy life and music that much more. There will alway be a spot in Belligerent for you. Thank you for the hug the last time I saw you. Oh and roll me one of your patented cigerettes for the road. Love you man.
P.S - Make sure that motel we stayed in, in Detroit never goes outta business.
Michael Miller
January 11, 2011
Dave,
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Bill. He was a good man and will be missed. Try to hang on to the good memories and find strength in family and friends
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