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1954
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William Foreman Obituary
March 16, 1954 - June 8, 2024
Lebanon, Illinois - William Allen Foreman, age 70, was born March 16, 1954 in Kittanning, Penn., the youngest child of William "Billy" and Mary Margaret "Maggie" nee Smith, Foreman. Bill passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 at his home in Lebanon, Ill.
Bill grew up in a rural town in Pennsylvania. He enlisted in the Marines in 1972 and served until 1980 when he started a career at McDonnell Douglas. He was part of the "Harrier" team and remained at Boeing until his retirement in March 2024. He was extremely kind and generous toward people and animals. Bill loved to listen to classic rock, enjoyed a friendly gag, and spending time with family, friends, and dogs.
Memorial donations are suggested to Partners for Pets (online https://www.partnersforpetsil.org/shop) or Belleville Area Humane Society (online https://bahspets.org/donate/)
He was preceded in death by his father William Foreman and his mother Mary M. Reith.
He is survived by his sister Phyllis, nee Smith, Zolocsisk of Indiana, Penn.; daughter Devon Foreman; granddaughter Adelle Spraggon; and his beloved soulmate Carol Kadonsky and Carol's children Michelle, Christopher and Nicholas Kadonsky; and her grandchildren Everett, Caleb, and Remy. Bill is also survived by his best fur friend Becker.
The online guestbook is available at www.wfh-ofallon.com.
Friends and family may gather at Wolfersberger Funeral Home, 102 W. Washington St., O'Fallon, Ill., at 1 pm, Friday, July 12, 2024. Procession will depart the funeral home at 1:45 pm, for a 2:30 pm Graveside Service with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, in St. Louis, Mo.
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Rosemary Schieppe
June 30, 2024
I just recently (April) met Mr. Foreman while walking my dogs by his house. We said hello and I asked what his dog´s name was... He was very kind. My dogs and I occasionally see Becker on his driveway as we walk by. He perks up when I call his name. I´m so sorry for your loss.
PHIL ODOM
June 16, 2024
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW MARINE AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved one.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran, I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation
for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
PHIL ODOM
SGT. U. S. MARINE CORPS
AND VIETNAM VET
[email protected]
Tim Herbert
June 15, 2024
I knew Bill for all my 40 years at McDonnell/Douglas-Boeing. He was a friend and mentor. He was my Lead for half my career. He loved to joke around but mostly was the one on the end of the joke. He also was known for his kindness and cared about others. I'll miss him immensely.
Harry Fanning
June 14, 2024
Bill and I served in VMA 231 in the early 70's. We also work at McDonnell Douglas / Boeing. I will always have found memories of our time on Deployments and working right shift at VMA 231. Semper Fi by brother. Say hi to Bill E.
Patrick Fritschle
June 13, 2024
Worked with Bill many years. He provided tons of help and was always patient when we worked through issues. He was also a good friend and had that sense of humor you just couldn't quite figure out. So sad that he passed so soon after retirement.
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