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William Edgar Obituary
EDGAR, William Hart
1933-2009
Born August 28, 1933, Red Bluff, California. He passed away peacefully April 26, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. He died of Lymphoma at age 75. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Jerome Edgar & Mary Hart Edgar. Survivors are his wife, Phyllis of Carmichael; sons, John of Duxbury, Massachusetts, Steven of Citrus Heights & daughter Suzanne Medrano of Sacramento. He also leaves his sister Mary Zinselmeir of Melbourne, Australia; 5 grandchildren, Colin, Duncan & Malcolm of Duxbury, Forrest & Autumn of Citrus Heights; a niece, Paula, and a nephew, John; 3 stepchildren, Stephanie, Robin & Eric and a step-granddaughter, Rachel. Bill graduated from Red Bluff High in 1950. He then attended UC Davis before enlisting in the Army from 1955-1957. He completed his University studies at Chico State in 1959. He later attained his Master's in Mathematics from the University of Oklahoma in 1969. Bill taught & influenced the lives of many children and adults over his long and successful career. He worked at Wheatland High, West Sacramento High, San Juan High and for many years was a Professor of Mathematics at American River College. Bill was also a USA Athletics Track & Field Official, a NCAA Track Official and a supporter of American River College Athletics. He had been an Official at the last four Olympic Track & Field Trials. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of their choice in his memory. A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 3 at 1:00pm at Christ Community Church, 5025 Manzanita Ave., Carmichael. (916) 344-2382. Private Inurnment.
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Rao & Kumari Remala
May 10, 2009
" Dear Phyllis, We are very sorry to hear the news of Bill's passing away. Though we knew him for short time during our travel with you in New Zealand, we greatly enjoyed talking to him; especially the heated election issues of 2008. Please, accept our sincere condolences. We wish you all the best"
Kathleen Kirklin
May 5, 2009
Dear Phyllis, Patrick and I are sad to learn about Bill's passing. We too often talk about the New Zealand trip and how much fun we had with everyone. You and Bill brought a very sepecial zest to the experience. We will keep you in our prayers.
Kathleen and Patrick Kirklin
Joey Waldrop
May 3, 2009
My Dear Friend Phyllis,
I am so sorry for your great loss. I will long remember the incredibly kind and thoughtful man Bill was. He always had cheerful words and a helping hand to give to us all. I had such great respect for Bill. One of my most fond memories was a time he came to watch a Toastmaster Debate and ended up on the winning team! He made it so much fun. Another of my favorite times was when we met at a coffee shop for a quick cup of coffee and ended staying and talking for hours. I always looked forward to seeing Bill; he had great wit and a wonderful sense of humor. I am blessed to have known him and for the wonderful memories he created for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
In love and friendship,
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Marvelene Weyer
May 3, 2009
Dear Phyllis,
I am saddened by the loss of your wonderful husband. Bill was such a wonderful man,and one of the few who beat Jack at Scrabble.
We will miss him but rejoice that he is now with his Lord and Savior.
Warm Regards,
Marvelene & Jack
I love this picture of Uncle Bill and Aunt Phyllis. You can see the joy & happiness on his face. He was such a kind person, we will miss his smile!
May 1, 2009
Paula Williamson
May 1, 2009
May 01, 2009
I was incredibly sad to hear the news of Bill's passing. A favoured uncle of mine and baby brother of my mom, Mary. My youngest memories of Bill were when he taught me my timestables during one summer in Red Bluff. More recently, I have always looked forward to seeing him each year during my visits back home to the US and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Bill during his two visits to Australia. Bill's passing is such a big loss - to my mom, my cousins and their families, Philly, my aunt Francye and to all those who knew him. And whilst distance might separate us, please know that you are each in my thoughts and heart. With special love, Paula
Duane and Kathryn Heiber
May 1, 2009
It was our pleasure to know Bill in his "earlier years"...1940's and '50's. He was the "catcher" for Duane's "pitching" everyday after school. They also enjoyed target practice in the nearby orchards. Both Duane and Bill were graduates of Red Bluff High School, Class of 1950.
With fond memories...Duane and Kathryn Heiber
Anne Ballard Krause
May 1, 2009
Dear family, So sorry for your loss, Bill was always the little brother of my roommate at Chico State, Mary. We have lost contact over the years but shared Bill at a High School reunion years ago. Mary and I share memories of those college days. I hope she can read this.
The Williamsons
April 30, 2009
Bill's passion for travel will be fondly remembered by his Australian family who were always delighted and excited to hear of his impending visits. Bill's warmth, charm and smile will always be cherished and well preserved in our hearts. With special love and thoughts for Mary, John, Steve, Sue, Philly and those who loved and will miss him. May you heal quickly and be comforted by the fact that Bill will always be with you - in your memories and in your hearts. Ron, Amanda, Edgar & Jerome
Matt Knowles
April 30, 2009
I have had the honor to get to know Bill & Phyllis as their travel agent over the years. Bill was always so passionate about what he wanted to experience on each trip, and I loved this. Planning for Bill was always fun. To Phyllis - I hope you can find strength in this difficult time, and KNOW that Bill touched many lives in so many positive ways. He will always be remembered.
With my heart full....
~ Matt @ Sea Escape
Jeanne Sanders
April 30, 2009
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Many of us had the good fortune to know Bill through his love of track and field. His love of teaching definitely carried over to mentoring new officials.
May his memory be a blessing.
Jillian Barrow
April 30, 2009
Dear Phyllis
I have such fond memories of you and Bill on the New Zealand trip, and just loved the way you seemed to have so much fun together. I have a picture in my head of the two of you eating hokey-pokey ice-cream, almost a daily ritual. I am so happy that you got to do that trip with Bill and feel extremely lucky to have been able to share the time with you. My heart and thoughts are with you. Jillian.
Clark and Alice McKinley
April 29, 2009
Bill and I got acquainted at Christ Community because he had a brilliant math student at ARC who was also my piano student. I was impressed that a Jr. College teacher would be so interested in a particular student--so many come and go over the years. But he knew Michael and often asked about him long after the math class.
I was thrilled when he and Phyllis married--they always looked happy together.
I always enjoyed Bill's warm smile and kind ways. I will miss him.
Alice
Joe & Jan Murray
April 29, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Richard & Colleen Hash
April 29, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Victor Jenkins
April 29, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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