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William W. House of Salt Lake City died August 9th at his home of natural causes. Born on April 23, 1942 to Bernard W. House and Naomi A. House.
After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy from 1961 to 1965 then returned home to further his education as a master welder. He lived a variety of life and always had a fighting spirit right up to the end. He actively supported many Humane Societies in Utah. Bill always enjoyed looking young for his age, part of that was raising his only grandchild JJ, he said that kept him young.
Survived by his son: Michael Funaro, grandson: JJ House, sister: Michelle Carder, nieces and nephews, cousins, etc.
Preceded in death by his wife Linda, his 1st son Billy, his parents Bernard and Naomi House.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive. Funeral directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons.
Special thanks to all medical personnel that helped better his quality of life.
Bill, we will miss you!

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Aug. 11, 2013.

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Stuart McDonald

August 17, 2013

Rest in peace, Sego Ave neighbor. I was glad to be able to help you with snow removal last winter. I'll even miss your bulldog barking at me and and my various dogs as we walked by your place over the years.

Shannon Connole

August 11, 2013

Well Mr. Bill, I will miss your Christmas cards every year...you never forgot me after 45 years. I'll miss your smiling face when I'd pop in to see you. You never forgot your friends and I will never forget you. Say HELLO to everyone for me. Rest in Peace My Friend....Shannon

James Shell

August 11, 2013

I really enjoyed being your neighbor for the years we were on 5th E. I'll always remember the fun conversations on Sego. Great times! "Ok good neighbor, you take care".

Janesca Hoffman

August 11, 2013

Bill, u were such a kind person to me and I'm so thankful I got to know a neat man like you. I will always love u and remember our visits. I love your son Michael and jj they as well as you always be part of my life one way or another.

chef

August 11, 2013

rip my friend until we meet again..

August 10, 2013

You will truly be missed Bill !!! We will miss seeing your face, hearing your voice and watching you smile ! You were a great man with a HUGE heart and Heaven is so lucky to have you !We will all help out with JJ Bill! This little boy will keep your memory alive ! We love you and our heart aches without you here but YAY !YOU ARE FREE MY MAN FLY HIGH !!!

neal vance

August 10, 2013

So long, Bill.Knowing you for 58 years will always be one of my great pleasures. There are a thousand memories and most of them make me smile like mad or break out laughing.Say Hi to your folks.

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