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WILLIAM R. "BILL" FLORES

WILLIAM FLORES Obituary

FLORES, WILLIAM R. "BILL" May 14, 1942 to December 1, 2010 Bill Flores was born in Holtville, CA, in 1943. The oldest of four children he spent the majority of his adult life as a public Servant. Bill married Carolyn Brown in 1961 and had three children, Steven, Laurie and Sandra. Bill joined the Holtville Police Department while also serving time in the U.S. Army Reserve. In 1969, Bill and his family moved to San Diego after he was hired by the San Diego Police Department. On December 1, 2010, Bill lost a year-long battle to pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, brother Robert and sisters, Delores and Rebecca. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 10th, at 1:00 p.m. at Singing Hills Cemetery.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Dec. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIAM FLORES

20 Entries

Christine Scott

December 17, 2010

Bill, I always admired you when we were in school, you were a leader then and it sounds as though you have been one all of your life. I will miss the e-mail jokes from you. I know that you are in God's hands now and out of pain. May we all gather comfort knowing that you will always live in or memories whether they are recent or old ones.

Gloria Garza

December 14, 2010

My cousin Bill lived and enjoyed his life to the fullest...he loved fishing,hunting & camping and talked about his adventures until his last days...So I believe he has just gone ahead to setup "camp" and wait for family and friends to join him in his favorite past times...Cousin Gloria

Sally (Logan) Hawes

December 12, 2010

I went to school with Bill from 1st grade - 12th grade. He was one of my best friends and we tried to keep in touch as the years went by. I hold Bill and his brother and sisters in my heart. Bill was a wonderful person and valued friend.

Larry Buckeye

December 11, 2010

Bill was a "cop's cop" who carried himself with dignity and confidence. My condolences and prayers are with his family.

December 10, 2010

I remember bill as a fine officer and great person. Condolences to his family from our family.
Carlos Gutierrez, sr.

December 10, 2010

Bill and I started at NTF at the same time and I worked with him for many years. He was one of the guys you could always count on. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts are with his family.
Dale Kitts

Larry and Jacquie Beveridge

December 9, 2010

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

We'll always have fun memories of Bill and George eating jalapenos the last time we were all together.

Pauli Shields

December 9, 2010

Both Bruce and I worked with and knew him. He was a really neat person and a good cop. What a huge loss. We are so sorry to hear of his passing.

D K Abbott

December 9, 2010

He will be at rest now

Jan (Hendrickson) Louis

December 9, 2010

RIP Bill! I met Bill through my ex hubby (Bob Hastie)and immediately knew that he was a special man. I then had the pleasure of being Steve's FTO when he followed his Dad's footprints. Another good man. So...to the entire Flores family, congratulations on all the wonderful years he gave to you and the rest of us. Wish it was more but cherish the memories!

Harry Jourdan

December 9, 2010

I worked with Bill and am saddened by his loss to all of those who loved and respected him.

DOLORES RICHESON

December 9, 2010

Billy you will be sorely missed. Who will I get to go visit the cousins when I come to San Diego at a moments notice. Rest in peace dear brother. We love you, watch over us. Dolo

Joe Vasquez

December 9, 2010

I worked with Bill several years ago at NTF. He was a role model for many of us. My prayers for Bill and his family. Bill will always be with you in your thoughts and hearts.

Virginia Wait

December 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers to you, Bobby, and the rest of your family. Bill is at peace now with your parents and no longer in pain. God Bless you all.

December 9, 2010

I worked with Bill at NTF. Bill was a great partner, cover and just an all-around mello partner. He was super to work with. A great guy. Ed Becker SDPD Ret.

Adeline Obeso-Flores

December 8, 2010

My condolences to all of Bill's family and siblings.

Alexa Flores-Hull

December 8, 2010

When I think of Uncle Bill I always think of laughter and a big smile. May you rest in peace and we will all miss you.

George Chapman

December 8, 2010

I met Bill when we went through the academy in 1969. We either worked adjoining beats, or in the same car for almost three years. He was not only my partner, but my best friend for the next 40 years. I loved him. I'll miss him! I know that his family fully appreciates what a good man he was. I pray that they will gain comfort knowing that he is safely in God's presence.

Lt. Bill Howell, Ret.

December 8, 2010

Bill was my first Field Training Officer in Feb. of 1970. We only spent two weeks together, but I remember learing a lot from him which I carried through my 30 year career with SDPD. He was a good man. However, I'm 6-4 and we had bench seats in those patrol cars....he insisted on driving so I spent two weeks with my knees under my chin! I'll always remember him.

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