William Edward Crooker Jr., 84, passed away on December 26, 2025, in East Providence, RI. Born on March 27, 1941 in Quincy, MA, William dedicated a significant part of his life to the Air Force, serving at Dow Air Force Base in Bangor, ME. His commitment to his country was a defining aspect of his life.
Following his military service, William transitioned to a career at General Dynamics in Quincy, MA, where he contributed his skills and dedication until his retirement.
William is survived by his sister, Deborah Russell; his daughter, Nayda Orsini; his grandson, William Crooker IV; granddaughters, Melissa Orsini and Rachel Crooker; and great-grandsons, Frederick Linn and Javien Rosado; nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate William's life will be held at Christ Church, 12 Quincy Ave., Quincy, MA 02169, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:00 am.