William David Black
1935 - 2018
William David Black
1935 - 2018
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BORN
1935
DIED
2018
William Black Obituary
Bill was a graduate of Calumet High School in Chicago. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957. Bill was a banker for 40 years with the First National Bank of Chicago (now Chase). He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and darts. In 1959 he married Barbara Hyde, and they divorced in 1983. In 1988 he married Elaine Cuprison, who preceded him in death. Bill was also preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara, two sons, James Black and Robert Black and brother, Charles "Mick" Black, .
He is survived by his children, Scott (Betsy) Black, Ft. Wayne, IN, Donald (Lori) Black, Redding, CA, David Black, Sacramento, CA, John "Jay" (Lori) Black, Portland, OR, Matthew (Jill) Black, Elgin, IL, Tammie (Chris) Hoyt, Holden, LA, and step children, Ed (Carmen) Wlezien, Plainfield, IL, and Teri Wlezien (Joe) Wood, Villa Park, IL; 24 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of William's life will begin on Sunday, November 11, 2018 with a memorial visitation from 3:00 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 4:00 p.m. at Trinity Evangelical Christian Church, 26900 S. Will Center Road, Monee, IL. Preferred memorials to The American Legion, Post 1200. Per William's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded.
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November 2, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family. Our loving Creator invites us to approach Him in prayer, to pour out our hearts to Him. May He grant you peace, strength and comfort during this time of sadness. Psalms 116:15
November 2, 2018
So sorry for your great loss. Our prayers are with your family now and in the future. May the God of comfort be with your family .
November 1, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Z L
November 1, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
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October 30, 2018
May your memories of the wonderful times that you shared with your loved one bring comfort to you and your family at this difficult time My condolences Isaiah 61:1&2
October 30, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
Annie
October 30, 2018
Our heavenly father promise to give you the strength to live each day until you meet again. He says at 2 Kings 20:5, "I have heard your prayers, I have seen your tears. I will heal you." God word is truth. John 17:17.
October 30, 2018
I wish to give my condolences for the loss of your loved one,May the God of comfort grant you peace during these difficult times. (Matthew 5:4)
Hope Christian
October 29, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences. May you continue to remember his smile and words of wisdom., perhaps you will find Jesus' words in John 11:1-44 to be quite reassuring, particularly vs.25, The one who exercises faith in me even though he dies will come to life.
October 29, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.
JF
October 29, 2018
I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold on to. May God continue to comfort your family.
Don Black
October 24, 2018
Love you pops and miss you already.
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