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William Nies Obituary
William G. Nies II, age 71, of Port Charlotte, Florida, formally of Girard, Pa., passed away after an extended illness, on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, with his loving wife at his side. Bill was born on May 27, 1945, in Erie, Pa.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Marion (Pollock) Nies of Erie, Pa.
Bill graduated from Cathedral Prep in 1963. In 1966, he was drafted into the Army and spent 14 months in Vietnam. Upon return, he graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy and continued his education in criminal justice at Mercyhurst College.
After retiring from Girard PSP barracks, he and his wife, Carol moved to Port Charlotte, Florida. He enjoyed golfing and fishing, and spending time with his fellow PSP retirees. Bill was also an avid race fan. He attended many Daytona 500 races over the years.
Bill was a loving husband and father, survived by his wife Carol Nies, sisters Karen (Kevin) Lamar, Marge McCarthy, and Dianne (Tom) Kaufmann, brother Craig (Coleen) Nies, daughters Anne (Josh) Ritchie, Donna (Ken) Watkins, Jennifer (Gary) Salisbury, Angel (Michael) Orsini, Jessica Smith, and Heidi Smith, 11 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
No calling hours or services were observed, per his request. Memorials may be made to Troopers Helping Troopers Foundation, 3625 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Nies
Chrissy Matthers
November 29, 2016
Carol and Family,
My Deepest Condolences on Bill's passing.
John Byrne
November 6, 2016
Carol, my sincere condolences to you and your family; my thoughts and prayers are with you!
You and Bill were on my mind many times this past year; I live in Sarasota Co. Fl. and was trying to reach Bill in early 2016, unfortunately without success!
On my 74th birthday Nov. 4th, I received a call from Girard resident, Ivan Schuler.
I'm sure you, John Kostrubanic, Paul Clark, and others from Girard PSP, will remember him; he certainly remembers all of you!
Ivan, was very upset to inform me of Bills passing. Bill and several others from the Girard Barracks always treated him with respect and consideration, as a boy, and as a young man! Ivan never forgot and freely professes his deepest respect for Bill, and those other Officers, who looked out for him and his mother, to everyone who will listen! He said was thankful to have known Bill! To Ivan, Bill was the greatest!
Rick Myers
November 2, 2016
I have great memories of Bill and my Dad (Rich) hunting and enjoying life (and Black Velvet). I regret I didn't see you while you lived in Florida. You were a part of my childhood, and you are missed.
John Kostrubanic
October 30, 2016
Carol, Jean and I send our condolences to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace. Bill came to my rescue more than once during our career; it was men like him at Girard station that made our "station family" respected by the public we served. Thanks Bill.
Jessica Smith
October 30, 2016
To my Step-Father: I loved you very much and never considerd you anything less than a Father to me. You took very good care of us, and for that I am forever grateful. You will be missed very much.
Anita and Paul Clark
October 30, 2016
Remembering all the good times we had!!!!! May u rest in piece.
Dave Stevens
October 30, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 29, 2016
It was comforting when I lived in Cranesville knowing Bill was at the PSP barracks in Girard. He was a great guy.
Eric McShane
October 29, 2016
He was a great guy. I was comforted living in Cranesville when he was at the Girard PSP barracks.
eric McShane
Douglas Boldt
October 29, 2016
Very sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I have fond memories of him. I still look for his PSP cruiser in it's usual spot under the tree on West Ridge Rd every time I drive to Girard.
October 29, 2016
Thank you, Bill, for just being you. your generosity was shown with everyone you met. God will bless you. Kevin and Karen
Joe Kloecker
October 29, 2016
I remember Bill from our days at Prep. He was a great guy and I appreciate his service to our country and to our community. I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to his wife and family.
Rose Fensel
October 29, 2016
My sincere condolences to everyone. To my sister Carol: remember all the good times we had on the boat, at Harpoon Harry's and New Year's eve. Bill was a fun guy and I am sorry he is gone. I will miss him, too.
Marge McCarthy
October 29, 2016
To my beloved Brother Bill: For all the fun we shared together growing up and all the happy memories you will be in my thoughts forever. No tears big brother. Your sis, Margie
Jean Holowienko
October 29, 2016
To Bills family, Sorry to hear of his passing. We were cousins,
Greg Yetter
October 29, 2016
Jen, Anne, and Donna so sorry to hear about your dad. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Carol Nies
October 28, 2016
MY wonderful husband . So handsome .I miss you so much everyday..we were to spend the rest of our lives together,however ,the last 30 years have been the best.I will cherish them forever ..rest in peace my love...your loving wife..
October 28, 2016
To the family of Bill Nies, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your family at this sad time. God Bless, Carol Zurn
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