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William J. Rempe

1962 - 2018

William J. Rempe obituary, 1962-2018, East Hampton, CT

BORN

1962

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Spencer Funeral Home - East Hampton

112 Main Street

East Hampton, Connecticut

William Rempe Obituary



William John Rempe, 55, of East Hampton, beloved husband of Jodi (Pandisher) Rempe died Wednesday February 14th at Hartford Hospital. Born Nov. 30, 1962 in Greenport, L.I. he was the son of Stacia (Januick) Rempe and the late John E. Rempe. Bill grew up in Long Island and was a graduate of Greenport High School and then Florida Institute of Technology where he trained to become an Airline Pilot. Bill earned his pilot's license in 1985 and first worked for East Hampton Air in Long Island, then Business Express where he became Captain. Bill then worked for Norhwest Airline which later became Delta Airlines. At the time of Bill's passing he was a 1st Officer for Delta Airlines. Bill loved music and guitar playing, Cuban Cigars, traveling the world, entertaining family and friends and sharing his chicken wings. Bill was always the life of the party and would light up a room. Bill is survived by his mother Stacia Rempe of Greenport L.I., his wife Jodi Rempe of East Hampton, his two sons John Rempe of Los Angeles, Luke Rempe of East Hampton, a sister Lori Dibble and fiancé Michael Crosby of NY, his niece and God daughter Michele Dell Croce (John), sisters-in-law Geri Lynne Carnelli (Raymond), Gina Scelza, GiGi Fox (Bill), Jacki Baranowski (Peter), nieces and nephews Jeremiah (Dana), Jordan Marie, Jacob, Blaire, Hailey, and great nephew Austin. He was predeceased by his father John and his infant son Scott. A FuneraL Liturgy will be celebrated on Monday Feb. 19th at 10:30 AM in St. Patrick Church East Hampton. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery. Bill's wishes were that memorial donations be made to the Go Fund Me page set up for Basrep Inc. which has been operated by Jodi for 26 years. To leave online condolences please visit www.spencerfuneralhomeinc.com. "Rempe 55 flying west, final destination, I Love You."

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 16, 2018.

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Rand Peck

March 31, 2018

I spent many pleasurable hours aloft with Bill in 727's and 757's. An excellent pilot with a positive attitude and an infectious smile. An all around wonderful guy.

Luke Rempe

March 11, 2018

He was the greatest man I've ever known, and am very proud to call him my father and best friend. Words cannot describe of how much I miss him, or of the great 14 years he has given me. Thank you for everything dad.

Jon Searles

February 26, 2018

To Luke and Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You're always welcome to stop by EHMS.

Stephen Carnelli

February 20, 2018

The service yesterday for Bill was a true example of the many people who loved him and of all the lives he was a part of. Was glad I was able to share my time to be there and witness and be surrounded by all that LOVE !

Linda Magnano

February 19, 2018

There are no words to say how sorry I am for you and your family's loss Jodi. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you. Stay strong.

Ronald Rock

February 19, 2018

Bill was a great man, Husband, Father, and friend. I've known him since childhood. I will miss standing beside him, and singing our favorite songs. Willie John, Ol' Ronnie Boy is going to miss you my friend. Sending prayers of comfort for Jodi, John, Luke, Mrs. Stacia Rempe, Lori....

Wendy Tine

February 18, 2018

All our love to Bill's family
THE TINES

Jodi Rempe

February 18, 2018

Thank you all for your kind and heartfelt words of comfort. The Rempe Family is truly appreciative of the kindness that they are receiving from others.

February 18, 2018

Bill was one of my first co-pilots when I upgraded to captain at Bizex. He made my job fun and easy.
With deepest sympathy,
Sue Guletsky

Lori Rivecca

February 18, 2018

I had the honor and pleasure of flying with Bill. We called him the Quakster...because of his love of Kwak Beer...I am so deeply sorry and send my prayers to his family..when I get to Brussels I will have a Kwak in honor of him...

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February 16, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless you all.

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St. Patrick Church

East Hampton, CT

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