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WILLIAM LANCASTER Obituary
Mr. William Milton "Bill" Lancaster, Jr., 62, passed away in his home in Gainesville on Thursday, January 27, 2011.
Mr. Lancaster was born in Miami, Florida on December 26, 1948. He graduated from the University of Florida and later retired from IFAS/University of Florida after 34 years of dedicated service. Bill enjoyed working with computers, reading, and spending time with his many pets over the years, and especially enjoyed attending Gator football and basketball games.
Bill is survived by his wife, Debra O' Dell Lancaster, and by one sister, Margaret Elizabeth Walker, of Chicago, Ill., a niece, April Christine Walker and a nephew, Robert Travis Walker. He was predeceased by his parents, William, Sr., and Lucille Darby Lancaster.
Bill requested that there be no funeral service or viewing, his remains have been cremated. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Gainesville Pet Rescue.
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Maz Moallem
February 8, 2021
On Bill's 10th anniversary, here is a memory for you. I worked as a technician @IFAS with Bill as my manager. One day I was tasked to set up a new terminal (for the school's mini computer). To test the connection Bill typed this message to me: "Mr. Watson. Come Here. I need you." Upon return to the main office he explained that message was sent by Alexander Graham Bell to his assistant (Mr. Watson) as the first ever telephone transmission. All I recall from Bill was his kindness, and his humor. RIP.
Maz Moallem
September 21, 2011
I worked for Bill years ago as a technician at IFAS (while attending UF).
Bill was kind, was my mentor as he taught me the ropes.
I recall many memories including Jay Leno being his favourtite comedian (After Jay's hosting of a UF homecoming game).
This morning I wanted to drop a line to say hello to him and saw the news. I'm very sad.
My (late) condolences to the family. Will always remember him as a kind and funny guy.
Jerry Britt
February 15, 2011
I am saddened to hear of Bill's passing; it has been a few years since we last spoke. (He had come to Fort Pierce to get our Center on the UF network along with Chris and Mike many years ago.) I am glad to have crossed paths with Bill; his dry humor was a change of pace. My heart and prayers go to his family.
Sincerely,
Ernest Hall
February 14, 2011
I am truly saddened to hear of Bill's passing. His dry wit was something I'll never forget. Sometimes I'd get the punch line much later. Rest in Peace Bill.
Donna McCraw
February 14, 2011
I am deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. I will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna in IFAS IT
Treva Damron
February 14, 2011
I am saddened to hear of Bill's death. May the love of those around you help you through this difficult time.
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