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for William CHIDESTER
Susan M. Kains (Rev.)
Susan Kains
June 1, 2011
Dear Sharon & family,
Bill welcomed me into the UCC and was a helpful and gentle presence to me over the course of my candidacy for ordination. I am so sorry for your loss and wish I could have attended the funeral on the 24th. Working at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo helped me to further appreciate the support he gave for organ donation, as he was the speaker at the Memorial Bridge Organ Donation Memorial Program there, when I first came to Toledo. Through my memory of his kindness and goodness, his ministry continues to support my ministry here at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Susan M. Kains (Rev.)
Nicole Frazier
May 28, 2011
Pastor Chidester was an inspirational person for me and my family. He was one of the kindest and least judgemental human beings I have ever met. He married my husband and I in August 2008, and his guidance & encouragement were very much appreciated. We will miss him very much, but we will cherish the memories.
Bill Caskey
May 27, 2011
Bill was a fraternity brother of mine and my roommate junior year at Miami in a room aptly named the " Bible Class ". We pledged together in Sigma Phi Epsilon and our college years were a great time for both of us. Sharon, I can remember when he met you at Miami- you were the greatest thing that could have happened to him. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. I was lucky to speak to Bill on the phone a couple of months ago- I told Bill at the time that I would pray for him. I will continue to do so. His memory will be forever etched in the fondest area of my heart.
Stroll Family
May 25, 2011
We will always remember him as a kind and gentle soul who welcomed us into the SUCC with love. Our many prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Nancy Dillon
May 25, 2011
Several years ago after suffering a traumatic incident in my own life, I had the privilege of serving with Bill when he headed a weeklong "Confirmation" Camp at Pilgrim Hills. The experience helped strengthen my faith. I will always be grateful that I had the opportunity to share that time with Bill.
May you find comfort in the knowledge of all those whose lives he touched.
Nancy Dillon, Consistory President-Grace UCC, Fostoria, OH.
melissa millecam
May 24, 2011
bill was so kind and good to our mother, anne matthews. we are forever grateful and mourn his passing 11 months after hers.
May 24, 2011
Dear Sharon, We were saddened to learn of Bill's passing and want to convey our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember his kindness, good humor, and devotion to his congregation. We will cherish his memory.
-Toddy & Bob Patoff, Lafayette, CO
Kevin and Sara (Schueler) Graham
May 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ... we always thought so highly of Dr. Chidester and have fond memories of him performing our wedding ceremony. We know he will be missed.
Kendall, David, Nick, and Jake Gigax
May 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. We feel very blessed that we had the opportunity to know Rev. Chidester. May you find peace and comfort in your family and friends.
Izumi and Mieko Narusawa
May 23, 2011
We are very sorry to know Dr. Chidester passed away. We lived near UCC over decade and had chance to see him on occasion. He was very impressive, gentle minister. We remember and miss him.
Katie Kieffer benn
May 23, 2011
Bill was an amazing man who was a great influence to me and many others. He will most certainly be missed by many. Rip bill. With love
Janet Matthews
May 23, 2011
Much that I know about ministry is due to the grace, wit, inspiration, and generosity of Bill Chidester. He was an exceptional friend, collegue, and mentor. I send sympathy and prayers to Sharon and family as well as Sylvania UCC.
Randy & Nancy Kreager
May 23, 2011
Dear Sharon and Family, Please know that Nancy & I are holding you up in thought and prayer. Bill was such a wonderful man and he will certainly be missed by all who knew him. May our risen Lord and Saviour hold you and yours in the palm of His almighty hand. May God grant you peace.
Sam Schroeder
May 23, 2011
I give thanks for the memories of Bill at clergy retreats, preaching conferences, and his dedication in every aspect of ministry. His courage,sense of humor, thoughtfulness and generousity were great gifts. I will miss him dearly and extend my sympathy to Sharon, Brice, and Sara of whom he often spoke of endearingly.
Joyce Davis
May 23, 2011
Sharon...we're so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. We're thinking of you! Scott, Joyce and Christopher Davis
Kandy Takas
May 23, 2011
Dear Sharon & Family -
I was very sad to hear of Bill's passing. I met Bill as a volunteer through Life Connections. He was such a tremendous asset in the transplant community, always willing to share his experience and help teach others about the gift he had received. He will be greatly missed my many.
Karen Miller
May 23, 2011
My sincere sympathy to Rev. Chidester's family. Our churches were in the Small Church Cluster in Seneca County and I remember how Bill was very active in every aspect of his church and it's work. I especially remember his work with the Confirmation trips that the SCCC would sponsor. He will be greatly missed. Bloomville UCC
Kathy Whitman
May 23, 2011
Hello Sharon,
I hope that it will bring you comfort to know that many of your friends are thinking about you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Words cannot express how much we think of you and your family and how courageously you have handled Bill's illness. I have great admiration for your personal fortitude.May God Bless you and your family.
Kathy Whitman
Becky Clymer
May 23, 2011
Sharon and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He fought a good fight and is in better hands now. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
May 23, 2011
Bill and I were fraternity brothers at Miami. I will always remember fondly the marathon bridge sessions. Bill was a true friend and a brother to everyone who knew him. Mespah, my friend.
Bill Bradley
Atlanta, Ga
Cal & Carolyn Gerber
May 23, 2011
I knew and worked with Bill for many years in the ministry. Within the ministry there are certain expressions that we use to describe each other. And the one I can think of right now is that Bill was "one of the good guys". He was absolutely top notch. The UCC, and the broader community, will be a bit less now.
Our prayers are certainly with the family and friends.
Rev. Dr. Cal Gerber (and Carolyn)
Paula Harrison
May 23, 2011
I am deeply saddened to learn of Bill's passing. Bill's love for humanity will live on. Thank you, Sharon, Brice and Sara for sharing him with all of us. We are all better people for having known him. Rejoice in knowing that even in Heaven, Bill will continue to touch all our lives.
Susan Schwall
May 23, 2011
Dear Sharon,
Our recent visit with you and Bill was such a gift. I am very grateful for that time, and deeply saddened to learn tonight of his passing. His sense of humor and keen insight on wide-ranging topics were striking. I feel that through those last conversations, he was ministering by being a friend. I am so sorry that he is gone so soon and that you and your family are suffering this profound loss. I am holding you close in my heart.
Patti Phlegar
May 22, 2011
I was very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Having worked many years with Sylvania UCC I know he was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed. God's peace with his family and church family as they go through the grieving process.
Patti Phlegar
Clearinghouse & Volunteer Coordinator Toledo Area Ministries
B & C Klein
May 22, 2011
Dear Sharon and Family,
We are more than sad to learn of Bill's passing. He was surely a bright guiding light in our lives, which were deeply enriched by having him as our pastor. Would that he'd been granted more years, but the ones he had were certainly meaningful to so many of us. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you.
Barbara and Chuck Klein
May 22, 2011
I was very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He gave the most relevant and inspiring sermons. As a tennis partner he always encouraged and complimented me even when I made rather bad tennis shots.
My sincere condolences go out to Sharon and her family. I will think of them in their time of grief.
Heinz Bulmahn Lafayette CO
Robert Thieman
May 22, 2011
Bill was a fraternity brother of mine at Miami University. He always had the sheepish smile and enjoyed the pranks and jokes. I will remember him as a wonderful listener and kind man. Peace to him.
Harvey Steele
May 22, 2011
I met Bill after I got back from Cleveland following my liver transplant in '97. I had lots of fears and anxiety after leaving the "safe"� hospital environment. After I met Bill, I knew I would be OK. His grace, volunteerism and his wit are what I will remember. You will be missed Bill, you were a tremendous help to me without knowing it. My prayers to Bill's family, his loss leave as huge void. Reverend Chidester, rest in peace.
May 22, 2011
Bill was a splendid human being as well as a terrific intellect and speaker. We so admired him! We know his health was a long-term challenge for him and his family, and our hearts grieve with each of them at this sad time.
Dale and Nancy Fordham
Scott Sheperd
May 22, 2011
I played music on the Sunday evening specials. We had such a great time and Bill's sermons were very casual but always had a wonderful point. He was a kind, gentle man who reinforced in me that there are people like him. He made a difference.
Kelly McNellis
May 22, 2011
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Bill. He was an incredible person and will be greatly missed. I take comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord and is in a place where he is no longer in pain. My thoughts and prayers go out to Sharon and the family during this difficult time.
May 22, 2011
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. Our prayers go out to him Sharon and the family. He was a great person and a wonderful minister. Tom and Jan Moore
David Loar
May 22, 2011
Bill was the man! Having known Bill for 34 years and served as a colleague during that time, I turned to Bill often for reflection and guidance. He was a great friend who persevered through much in his life. He loved the Church and served it as one with a deep passion. He sought to share the love of God with us all in his person. Martha and I send our love to Sharon and the family and to Sylvania UCC. To God be the glory dear friend, Bill.
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