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William Engler Obituary
He was born Sept. 30, 1961, in Magnolia, Ark. to James and Maxine (Seastrunk) Engler.
He will be sorely missed by his wife, BeLinda Langner Engler of Bells; daughters, Callie Engler of Bells and Terra Hackett of Forney; son, Gary Hackett of Bells; father, James Mondell Engler and wife, Drena of Bells; sister, Linda Kay Engler Courson and husband, Harvey of Georgetown, Fla.; father-and-mother-in-law, Bill and Rudene Langner of Bells; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. His mother, Maxine, preceded him in death.
Farrel was an Eagle Scout and graduated from Sherman High School in 1980. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of honorable service. He worked for the Grayson Count Sheriff's Office in the jail as a jailer. Afterwards, Farrel worked for the Texas Youth Commission Gainesville facility. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, son and friend. Each life he touched was brighter for knowing him. He is gone but never forgotten.
A private memorial and celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Engler
Adam Powars
April 13, 2024
Wow. Bill was one of the greatest. My navy career was greatly influenced by him. So sad to find out he passed away so many years ago.
Brett Golightly
February 3, 2011
To my cousin: I know you will be missed DEARLY and want you to know that you are loved and will continue to be, unconditionally. You are now a guide star for the loved ones you've left until the reuniting abroad. We will carry your thoughts and memories with us. Brett E. Golightly
Mandy Booth
February 2, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Kent & Jackie Harwood
February 1, 2011
To Mr. Bill's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kent & I will always cherish the memories we have of our time in South Carolina. Praise God he accepted Christ into his life. He was in our prayers thru the years. What a reunion it will be when we all get to heaven. Anchors Away Our Friend.
Donnie Garner
February 1, 2011
Farrel, Thanks for all the laughter, the smiles and the good memories. See you at the Gates of Heaven when I get my ticket !
Ed and Linda Seastrunk
February 1, 2011
We didn't know you very well, but loved your mom.........praying for family.
Novella George-Grice
January 31, 2011
I was just shocked to hear of his passing. He should still be here. It is not fair that my younger cousin had to go before me. I wish I had kept more in contact with him and known him better as an adult. We played together as children alot but went seperate ways. I know without a doubt he is in heaven because he was so sweet to all. I will miss him. My prayers are with his family. Novella George Grice Idabel, OK
Elizabeth Golightly
January 31, 2011
Farrel, I always remember how you and Virginia came to our home when you were on leave and stayed with us. I also remember yalls lil puppy being stolen from your car while it was parked in our driveway and nothing else was touched!!
You and Virginia always were so much fun to be around and I remember being a kid and coming to see you all in Sherman, Texas. I was always your Dad's birthday present from Mom and Dad. I love you and you will definatly be missed.
Love, Elizabeth Golightly and family.
Ruth Schores
January 30, 2011
Farrel I will always cherish the fact that you were in my life. I was so proud to have you as a brother in law. I will miss you forever and look forwarding to swimming with the dolphins with you one day.
Jan & Paul Palmer
January 30, 2011
Here's to all the family of Farrel. Our hearts are breaking with you. He was a special cousin to me and as I have said before I remember when he was born and Nan&Pap Seastrunk were in the bedroom in Arkansas along with his daddy. I love you one and all and I know the family were all their to greet him and say "Welcome Home" and now we wait for the rest of the family to come home. All our love.
Ginni
January 30, 2011
I will miss you my friend. I pray that our families will find comfort in knowing you are in a better place. I know you were glad to see Mom.
January 30, 2011
My dear friend you will indeed be missed by all who had the honor of knowing you and call you friend. My prayer is that each of us will find peace in knowing that you are in a better place.
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