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William Epright Obituary

William F. "Frog" Epright Sr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 13, 2011, surrounded by his loving family at Mercy Suburban Hospital in East Norriton, PA. He was 75. Mr. Epright was a resident of Norristown. He worked as a PA State Constable in Norristown Ward #2 since 1978, and was retired as a bus driver for the Upper Merion School District. William was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Swedesburg. He was also a life member of both the Hancock Fire Co. in Norristown, PA and the Goodwill Fire Co. in Bridgeport. William was a member of the PA State Fireman's Association, the Montgomery County Fire Police Association, the PA State Fire Police Association, and the AOH of Montgomery County. He was a former NAA Little League Coach and a former Cub Scout Pack Leader, both in Norristown. Born in Upper Merion Twp. on April 14, 1936, he was a son of the late Charles John and Mary (Finnin) Epright. Surviving is his loving family including his wife, Mary E. (Dewees) Epright; three sons: William F. Epright, Jr. and his wife, Kimberly of Norristown, Joseph Epright and his wife, Cindy of Plymouth Meeting, and Brian Epright and his wife, Sheila of Norristown; four daughters: Bernadette Franck and her husband, Dale of Debary, FL, Mary E. Epright and her life partner, Kris of Deltona, FL, Beverly A. Lutcavage and her husband, Walter of Benton, PA and Patricia A. Epright of Norristown; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; a brother, Francis Epright of Royersford; a sister, Rita Quigley of Oaks; and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Epright. Relatives & friends are invited to his Funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Church, 120 Jefferson St., Swedesburg on Monday, December 19 at 10:00am. Officiating will be the Rev. Scott Brockson. William's viewings will be Sunday evening from 6 to 8pm, and also Monday morning from 8:30 to 9:20am, both at The Bacchi Funeral Home and Crematory, Ltd., 805 DeKalb St. (Rt. 202), Bridgeport, PA 19405. Interment will be in Valley Forge Memorial Gardens, King of Prussia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in William's memory to the Hancock Fire Co., 820 W. Airy St., Norristown, PA 19401 and/or the Swedesburg Fire Co., 310 Jefferson St., Bridgeport, PA 19405. www.bacchifuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times Herald from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2011.

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Danielle Blakey

November 24, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful grandpa and great-grandpa. In just a few weeks it will be 8 years since you left us physically but a year, month, or even day has gone by I dont think of you. You were such a great man to aspire myself and my sons to be like. Such a hardworking, dedicated family man who always put the lives of so many others first without a moment's hesitation. I only wish Michael got to know you more and that Killian could've met you. He gets so excited when he sees the Hancock fire trucks and tells me that he will be a fireman someday and I'm sure that makes you smile. He would've so loved your stories!! I know you may be gone in the physical sense but know I do feel you time and again watching over us all. We all love and miss you so dearly!

Chris Jordan

December 19, 2012

sorry to hear about Bill knew him for a long time

Stephanie Bauza

October 9, 2012

I want to light this candle in memory of my grandpa. It's almost a year now and we all miss you dearly. I'll talk to you soon grandpa. I love and miss you

AMY LUZAR

January 3, 2012

I was so shocked to hear about Bill's passing. I once lived next door to him there on Airy street and later worked at "Muffins" where he frequented during the work week. I loved hearing his stories and talking with him. He was a great man. I am so sorry for your loss. He will definitely be missed by so many. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Joe Morrione

December 19, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of sorrow.
Joe Morrione and family

Charles Mack

December 18, 2011

Mary, so sorry to read of your loss. I joined Hancock Fire Co. in the late 60's and spent many years with Froggie. I now live in Florida, but, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP Froggie.

December 18, 2011

I worked for Norristown Borough back in the 70's and 80"s. He always stopped and talked with me before he went in to see the Borough Manager, John Plonski, at the time. He was the ultimate fire fighter and really loved his fellow fire fighters. He was a wonderful and humble person. Norristown has lost another outstanding and great person. He will be sorley missed. Sincerely, Gail Polvino Schniering.

Carl Daywalt

December 18, 2011

RIP Froggie you will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family and friends. God bless

Ed Long Jr

December 15, 2011

Dear Billy and Family,

Your Father and My Father were old friends from there days at the Hancock. My father always referred to froggie as a good old timer and a very fine firemen.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 15, 2011

Mrs Epwright : Bill and I go back a long way, my thoughts are with you and the Family. Al Cianciulli

December 15, 2011

Mrs. Epright: Bill and I go back a long way, I feel for your lost. Al Cianciulli

Nancy Liss

December 15, 2011

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.

Steve Keeley

December 15, 2011

Mary, Bill, Brian and Joe and families

Known Froggie for many years and am sure he will be missed by a lot of people especially you the family. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all!

December 15, 2011

Dear Joe and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Jane Dougherty and Family

John , Darlene & Anthony Ciotti

December 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. So sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathy
The Ciotti Family

Carla DeHaven Pecharo

December 15, 2011

Dear Epright family: I had the privilege of knowing Froggie for many years. He always made me smile. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Carla DeHaven Pecharo

Joe & Charlene Oberholtzer

December 15, 2011

Our Prayers and thoughts are with the family.

JOHN E. STANCZAK

December 15, 2011

OUR SYMPATHY TO THE WILLIAM F.EPRIGHT SR. FAMILY
JOHN E. STANCZAK AND ALICE GRAY

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