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William Banfiel Obituary
Bill loved football, the Greenbay Packers, collecting cars and music. He was a free spirit and his memory will live in our hearts forever.
He was preceded in death by his father, William R. Banfiel; and brother, James M. Banfiel.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Banfiel; daughter, Kelly Williams; son, Kevin Banfiel; stepchildren, Eric Wagner, Emily, Lewis and Timothy Lovell; granddaughter, Rebecca Williams; mother, Doris Etheleen Rowe Banfiel; sisters, Diane Falin and husband, Mark, and Ruth Farries; brother, John Banfiel and wife, Cindy; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial service, officiated by the Rev. John Downs, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home.
In memory of Bill, memorial contributions may be given to Achilles Friends Church, P. O. Box 28, Achilles, VA 23001. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for William Banfiel
Nola Ruppard
October 2, 2010
I am so saddened over hearing of the loss of a lifelong friend. Billy was my very first love, but just friends over the years. Our paths would cross once in a blue moon. His family was so special because of their closeness and I always knew his Mom was the glue that held them together. Mrs Banfiel, I will be praying for your comfort in knowing Billy was a Christian. For his brother Johnny and sisters Ruthey and Diane(I didn't know Diane), my heart goes out to you for the loss of a dear brother. Many prayers for comfort and grace to get through this go to you Mary. Billy loved you very much. I can't believe he's gone from us. Please contact me.
Linda Clements
October 1, 2010
Bill (cuz) was a blessing to many people lives, including mine.I too have lost a great friend.He will never be forgotten only missed more everyday. Love, Linda Clements
Brenda Dudley Perkins
September 15, 2010
Etheleen, Diane and Ruthie,
Words cannot help during times like this, but be assured that you have the thoughts and prayers of many friends who care for you.
Stewart Fike
September 14, 2010
I am sorry to hear that Billy has passed. Billy and I were friends and foes as teenagers in Wythe. I remember the 64 or 65 Chevy that he fixed up into a really nice ride and had me shaking in my boots racing down Kecoughtan Rd.
Rest in Peace Billy.
Robin Burrell
September 12, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kenya Finley
September 11, 2010
My heart goes out to all of you... I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that those we hold closest in our hearts, never truly leave us... Hugs to each and every one of you... you are in my thoughts and prayers...
September 11, 2010
Dear Etheleen, Ruthie , & Diane
Was sorry to hear of Billy's passing. May God comfort all of you at this time. I will keep you in my prayers.
Love Carolyn McLeod Dunaway
Henderson, NC
jPamela Brezinski
September 11, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Billy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God bless and comfort each one of you. Pam Brezinski
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