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William "Bill" R. Chidester, Jr.
of Binghamton
Bill R. Chidester, Jr., 62, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 29, 2008. He was predeceased by his parents, William Sr. and Leona Chidester; brother, Paul Chidester; and his first wife, Maureen. He is survived by his loving wife, Debra Chidester; mother-in-law, Mary O'Connor; daughter and son-in-law, Laurie and Michael Richardson; son and daughter-in-law, William and Kelli Chidester; son, Forrest Campbell; son, Daniel and Colleen Campbell; son, Jeremy Campbell; grandchildren, Emily, Alex, Tony, Harley and Elias Chidester, Mikael and Cody Campbell; sister, Susan Story; niece, Ashley Story; nephew, Thomas Story; brother-in-law, George Story, Jr.; sister-in-law, Jolla Chidester; nephews, David and Christine Chidester, Dennis and Kathleen Chidester; sister-in-law, Susan Chidester; special friends, Russell Tanner and Kenny Morgan. Bill was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church, Binghamton. He was a Vietnam veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy as a corpsman, attached to the U.S. Marine Division. He retired from the Binghamton Psychiatric Center after 30 plus years of employment. Bill was a member of the Marine Corps League and was an avid hunter, fisherman and computer gamer. The family would like to send a special thank you to the Medical Staff at Lourdes Hospital Ross 1 for their compassionate care given to Bill and his family.
Funeral services will be held at the Fairview United Methodist Church, 254 Robinson St., Binghamton, Thursday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Cordella J. Brown, Pastor of his church, officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home, Inc., 137 Robinson St., Binghamton, Wednesday from 4 - 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Marine Corps League, Attn: Color Guard, 76 Main St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13905 in Bill R. Chidester Jr.'s memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Chidester
Sue Story
September 30, 2009
Billy,
God knows how much I miss all of you, my family, hope you are all watching over us. Jolla said it all in her post.
Love you,
Susie
September 29, 2009
Bill-
Well, today you have been gone for a whole year. We miss you as much today as then, and we all still feel that we need you here with us. I know you are at peace and with the rest of the family and without pain.
You would be so proud of Debby Bill. She has shown great strength and is carrying out all of your plans-and some you would have never guessed! She has built your deck and learned to drive. She doing great! And everyone you made promise to help her has done that too.
Love you and miss you,
Jolla
Joanne Allen/Lowey
April 15, 2009
To all of bills family
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed by us all. Great man and a great friend to all. There was nothing he wouldn't do for anyone if they need. I will never forget all he has done for my family when we needed it most.
Mary O'Connor
October 12, 2008
mY dARLING DAUGHTER i WAS SO HAPPY WHEN YOUMEET bILL, he was a wonderful son in Law, He seen me through some bad times and was always loving and good to me, remember I said he was the only man I would let in my kitchen because I loved his cooking, and our going out to lunch each time you came down, I think he looked forward to that as much as I did, You had the perfect man, and when he passed away God broke the mole, there will never be another one like him, I truly loved him , Your mother i
Noreen
October 7, 2008
Debby,
What can I say to my best friend for over twenty years. All I know is Bill and you loved and cared for each other so very much. He was a wonderful and great loving man.
We have always been there for each other all these years, that will never change. My heart aches for you and the pain you are going through. You know I am always here for you. You will always have my support, comfort, and love, forever.
Love,
Noreen
Noreen
October 7, 2008
Sue, Ashley, and Tommy,
My heart goes out to you for your loss of your brother and uncle. Bill was a special guy, always made me smile. Sue, I know you have been through so much in the last few years, but just getting to know you I truly believe you are a very strong woman. I hope you know I will always be there for you and your family. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I know we will keep in touch. If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call me.
Thinking of you.
Love,
Noreen
Noreen Hazen
October 7, 2008
Danny, Colleen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of your Dad. He was a great man-so kind and funny. Danny, he loved you so much. You were a wonderful son, always there. Thank you for taking such good care of Debby. Always know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know I will see all of you soon. Take care.
Love,
Noreen
Beckie Erhardt
October 6, 2008
To Dad,
What do I say to someone who stepped in as my fahter when my own couldn't be there not just physically but mentaly. You opened your arms and your heart to me even after Billy and I divorced. My children always loved you, you were the best grandfather they could have ever asked for. You never said no and you were always there when they needed you. I will miss you very much and so will they. Again thanks for always being there for me and my children.
Love always,
Becki
Amanda Campbell
October 5, 2008
hay i dont no what to really say but, danny i am really sorry about your loss.i no how mush that you and him got along and did everything to together. uncle bill i love you so much. we did alot togethere. i remember coming to your house all day it was so much fun.
Dave Haven
October 4, 2008
Billy, Lori and family
Your Dad was a good man; back when I was younger your family helped me out when I was having trouble in my life. He treated me like one of his own. I will never forget him, or your mom for that. I saw him at McDonald’s while I was picking up my daughter a month or so ago and it was nice to see he was the same guy I remembered from years ago. Your family will be in my prayers.
With warm memories,
Dave Haven
Ruth McCarthy
October 3, 2008
Debbie,
Bill was so fortunate to have you, he truly adored you and always spoke of you with such pride. He was a joy to work with. Always patient & ready to listen, a true asset in any situation. God bless all the family during this difficult time.
Chris Smith
October 3, 2008
Dan,
Sorry to hear about your dad. Prayers go out to you and all your family.
Gay Wood
October 2, 2008
Debbie,
I will always remember Bill for his compassion and respect for all, and for his friendly, good-humored spirit, even when work was "not-so-fun!" You of all people surely know this and will miss him greatly. God's blessings to you and the family
roger wells
October 2, 2008
Dear Deb and Family,
I just found out today of Bill's passsing. I will always look back at the many years I worked with Bill at the Psych Center fondly.
I just saw Bill a few months ago and it was the happiest I've known him to be, and he credied all to you.
Bill Rodner
October 2, 2008
I knew Bill through working with him on various Treatment Teams at BPC.
I remember Bill as being a warm and caring person, both to other BPC staff and the patients. He was a genuine and fair man, and truly a good human being. To this day, I still can hear his greeting to me: "Hello Bill."
My deepest condolences to the family on your loss.
Bill Rodner
Brenda Roberts
October 2, 2008
Deb, I am so sorry you lost your handsome man, he was so nice. You are in my thoughts.
Jody Jagger Micilcavage
October 1, 2008
Sue~
I was sorry to hear about Bill. My thougths and prayers are with you at this time. May you find comfort in the memories of Bill that you will carry forever.
Dan Smith
October 1, 2008
To my old wrestling buddy from Chenango Valley and upper Bevier Street neighbor.
You used to bug Paul and I when we played guitar. I can still remember walk don't run one of our best songs.
I remember your jokes when I gave your Mom a ride to work a G.E. J.C.
Rest in Peace. The Smith Family
Venora (Wood) Beach
October 1, 2008
Dan & Family,
So sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I know how hard it is with the loss of a parent. Again my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Virginia and Mary Campbell
October 1, 2008
Dan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.My prayers and love with you all.If you ever need someone to talk to or just need a hug I am there.Bill has been a big part of my life ever since I was a child and never forget him and they he treated all my children.I send my love.
Tina (Wood) Sharer
October 1, 2008
Dear Debbie, Danny & Forest: My heart goes out to all of you. Bill was one of the greatest men I ever met. It is so hard and scary the loss of a husband and great dad. He was full of love and laughter. Also an excellent Santa. I am here if you need anything. You are all in my prayers.
Robin Maney
October 1, 2008
Debbie and Family,
My thoughts are with you. May your memories of Bill help you through this difficult time.
Robin Maney
October 1, 2008
Pops was always so kind, patient, and helpful with me. I only knew him through a game but he could always bring a smile to my face with his jokes. I'll miss him a lot.
-Lori "Labi"
Raven Dunn
October 1, 2008
I knew William as Pops, and as a fun, considerate man who enjoyed the company of others, especially when he could help in some way. We shared many conversations, and he will be deeply missed by both myself and my family.
Linda Baker
October 1, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss; recalling Bill from grade school at Port Dickinson,both of us later working at the psych center, it was clear that he grew and changed in a positive direction. I have some fond memories of Bill. May your memories of him give you comfort now.
Linda Baker (Hillcrest)
Joyce Aswad
October 1, 2008
Dear Debbie: Our sincerest condolences to you and yours at Bill's passing. Our prayers and comfort are with you all.
Love:
Dave & Joyce Aswad
Debra Chidester
October 1, 2008
Lovey,
I can't begin to tell you how much
I loved you and what you meant to me.
I can't imagine my life without you or where I will be.
I do know you made me happy and took all my blues away.
You put sunshine in my life each and every day.
You touched my heart and soul, in a special way.
When you touched or looked at me, it took my breathe away.
I loved you so much.
Your Princess
Bonnie Baker-Duff
October 1, 2008
To Susie, whom I remember as a little girl, Debi, whom I met once but felt a kindred spirit, and all of the Chidester family who have touched so many lives: I remember Billy as a little boy, my first boyfriend (at age 11), your family as my second family on Broad Street. From all I've heard, and now read, Bill grew to be a fine man, a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed by so many. My memories are those of childhood days long past but my heart is with all of you today. Susie, the loss of so many in your family during these past couple of years must weigh heavy on your heart, but know how much you were loved and cherished by your parents and brothers. My deepest condolences to you and all of the family. Blessings.
Paulette Dunn
October 1, 2008
Dan and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss pops terribly after knowing him only a short time. May memories of him bring you comfort.
September 30, 2008
Rev. Sandi Cook
September 30, 2008
To Bill's entire family,
I knew him as I rode the bus to school to Chenango Valley. At the
time I was a "welfare girl". Often
made fun of on the bus. Yet Bill
would not allow this when he was on board.
AND when in the hallways at C.V.
he always gave me wide smiles
and respect.
He was my hero in the midst of
loads of mocking. Yet when Bill
was around, he would not allow it
Now the years have gone by and
I am a minister and often refer
to such a one as Bill and have a
first born named Bill.
My prayers are with you for the
loss of a warm shining man who loved everyone as soon as he looked at the person. AND his
eyes and smile said it all before
he spoke. Awesome Bill!
God bless you in the days to come as you let go and heal.
Rev. Sandi A. Cook
Robin Davies
September 30, 2008
Dan and Colleen:
Remember the talks we had Dan. Time will pass and the pain will subside but there will always be a hole in your heart that nothing will fill. The lose of a parent the pain does not go away.
Robin Davies
September 30, 2008
Deb:
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Daniel Campbell
September 30, 2008
Dad, Where do i begin...Well 25 years ago you took us brothers and made us part of the family and never looked back. I will be forever proud to be your son no matter who says different . You never made me feel like i was not your son. you are the one who taught me to fish,Hunt,Camp,and even showed me how to build a boat...and Yes it floated.Stay away from hammers and cracking people that don't listen to you .i will cherish the memories you are part of for the rest of my life.You were my Father,Dad,Friend Online Gaming Buddy, and Soo much more. You were my childrens Grandfather and i sooo wish you got to see Delyla be born like Mikael and Cody. Dad i will miss you every day for the rest of my life. i am so sad you were taking away from Deb before you got to enjoy her Retirement and do not worry about her . i will make sure she is safe and has help with what ever she needs. Say hi to Grandpa,Grandma,Mom,and Uncle Paul for me. I Love you So Much And Miss You Terribly.
Your Son,Daughter-in-Law,And Grandchildren
Danny,Colleen,Mikael,Cody
Linda Spitalsky
September 30, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Moshier
September 30, 2008
Dear Debi
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I am glad for the times I ran into you and Bill and got to visit. I just found out recently about his being ill and now he is gone. I am thinking about you. My prayers will be with you for the days ahead. I know how much you and Bill loved each other. I am glad for the time you had together. I am sure you will cherish the memories forever. Take care of yourself. Bill will be missed by all of us.
Linda Hartley-O'Neil
September 30, 2008
Oh Debbie, I'm so sorry to hear this.
My heart goes out to you and your family. May you find comfort in warm memories.
Alan 'Geraldd' Guimaraes
September 30, 2008
Dan,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Arnold
September 30, 2008
Dear Sue,
Condolences with the loss of your brother.
Jos and Linda
Tony Yajko
September 30, 2008
My sincerest condolences. May God bless your family at it's time of loss.
Sincerely,
Tony Yajko
September 30, 2008
emily we are sorry to her about your grandfather, you are in or prayers. love diane, mike, and jennah
Dean and Sandy Pullen
September 30, 2008
Dan,
Dean and I were sorry to hear about you're dad, I am glad that Dean got a chance to meet and play with him on WOW.
Our Hearts and Prayers are with you and you're family.
Sharon Carpenter
September 30, 2008
To the Chidester family,
I send my heart felt feelings to the entire family. I knew Bill and Sue from Chenango Valley High School. In fact, the 1968 class reunion is coming up on October 10th and I hoped that I would see them there. Please know that I remember Bill as a very wonderful young man and truly know that heaven just received another angel.
Sharon (Wertman) Carpenter
Marge Menart
September 30, 2008
Dear Debbie and family-
I'm so sorry to hear about Bill. My sympathy goes out to you and the family.
Marge Menart
September 30, 2008
Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I never met the man, but Heard great things from my wife Becki. May God be with you and yours througth this diffacult time.
Sincerely,
James Erhardt(Becki's Husband)
ashley story
September 30, 2008
hey pepper man i love you so much and i cant believe that you are gone i am going to miss you and you better stay near by towatch over danny he needs you he is so scared without you wether he will admit it or not but may you rest in peace the bald pepper man i love you foreve and always.
~your favorite hot niece ashley~
Sue Story
September 30, 2008
Billy,
I am so sorry you did not have the time to enjoy life with Debbi that you so much wanted. Your love for her moved me very much.
Your love for family was also very moving and what ALL families should have.
You are now at home with Mom, Dad and Paul. I know you will all watch over me and the kids and that comforts me.
I don't know how to let you know this but, I hope in your heart you knew that I love you very much. I will keep all the promises I made to you.
LOVE YOU
Susie
Tracy
September 30, 2008
Daniel and family,
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.
Mary O'Connor
September 30, 2008
Mary M O'Connor
Lisa Holcomb
September 30, 2008
To Bill and Family, Sorry to hear about your dad, Your in our thoughts and prayers, Howard and Lisa Holcomb and Family,
Lisa Vazquez
September 30, 2008
Debbie, Sue, Ashley & Tommy,
Although I never met Bill, I have heard so many wonderful things about him through my friends Noreen & Gail. He was obviously a great man & loved by many! My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time. May he rest in peace....
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Debi,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was the best grandpa my children could have ever wanted. Just like every other grandpa he had a hard time saying "no". I always counted on him after my dad's mind started fading. he was always honest with me no matter what. And I know he loved me even though I was no longer his daughter-in-law. I am so sorry he never got to see Emily as much as he would have liked, but she was always on his mind and in his heart. I remember when he found out for the first time he was going to be a grandfather, I think the man called everyone from here to California. He was so happy. And I know he loved you to pieces. You will always be grandma to Emily and the rest of the children. You showed my kids love when they needed it and was always there for a hug. Me and dad always shared a special bond and I was never forgotten and I never got to thank him for never turning me away. I know he will be waiting for us to come to him someday. But now he can be with everyone he has missed so much. I know you and I never really got to know each other, but you always embrased me when I saw you. I will keep in touch with you always. Your still Emily's grandma and she loves you too. My thoughts will be with you even though I can't be there physically. We love you so very much. My husband Jimmy says he is very sorry for your loss. Please keep in touch.
Love you Always,
Becki, Jimmy and Emily
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Danny and Colleen,
What can I say except I'm sorry. Danny even though you were not his biological son you were to him. Youi were the son he could always count on and his computer gameing buddy. Boy dad loved those computer games. I hope they have one up in heaven. He was the father that i could always count on. And I'm sorry he never got to see Emily as much as he would have liked. I'm sorry for your loss I know he loved you so much. But he will always be w/ us in spirit.
Love,
Becki
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Sue and George,
I am so sorry for your loss. It has to be twice as hard for you Sue, because you have lost so many family members in one year or over the last year I should say. He was a father to me no matter what happened to Billy and I. He was the greatest grandfather my children could ever ask for. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will forever be missed.
Love,
Becki and Emily
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Laurie,
It doesn't seem possible that someone with such a big heart is gone. I am so sorry. I know your Dad was loved by many people and who could not love him, he was awsome. He loved everyone he came in contact w/ and he never forgot a name or face. But now he can watch over all of us w/ the rest of our parents and grandparents. My thoughts and prayers are w/ you through this diffacult time.
Love Ya,
Becki
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Bill And Kelli,
I am so sorry for you loss. He was a father to me also. He was there for me to talk to especially when my fathers memory started to fade. I always thought of him as "Dad". I never could bring myself to call him Bill, it just didn't seem right. I also remember being the "oompa loompa" when I was pregnant for Emily. I will forever miss him. But I know he's saving us all a seat up there for us. And he can be w/ your mom again. I loved him so very much and he will forever be in my heart.
Love you guys,
Becki
Becki Erhardt
September 30, 2008
Alex and Tony,
I know you will forever miss your grandpa, he loved you both so very much. Alex you will always be his "Axman" and Tony you will always be his little "Stosh". He will be watching over you always along with the rest of your grandparents. And we will all see him again someday.
Love Always,
Mom and Emily
Patti DiRose
September 30, 2008
Debbie and family - You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The DiRose Family
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