William J. McPhillips

William J. McPhillips obituary, Warminster, PA

William J. McPhillips

William McPhillips Obituary

Published by Decker-Givnish Funeral Home, Inc. on Jul. 15, 2021.
William J. McPhillips of Warminster, Pa., passed away on July 15, 2021, surrounded by family. He was 57 years old. Born in Philadelphia, Pa., he was the son of Constance (nee Keane) McPhillips and the late James McPhillips. Bill is survived by his mother, Connie, his siblings Connie Cook (Bob), Jim McPhillips (Karen), and Marian Helsel (Gregg), as well as his 16 nieces and nephews and 3 great nieces and nephews. A graduate of Council Rock High School, Bill earned his degree from Moravian College, where he was captain of the track and cross country teams. He spent many years in construction, including owning his own company, then spent the remainder of his career in the insurance claims business. Spending time with him was a gift. Bill had fun and entertained us with stories of his adventures, recalling family history, and sharing his unique perspective on people and events. He loved to help others by lending an ear, offering advice, or getting things done. He rarely complained when faced with difficulties, choosing instead to push through, or eliminate any obstacles. Most important to Bill were family and good friends. He took pride in always being a devoted son, loving brother, and caring uncle. Close friends to Bill were like family. He was one of a kind, and will be greatly missed. To honor Bill's memory, please listen to the song, My Wish, by Rascal Flatts. Bill recently texted the following about the song, "I just heard this song for the first time Love the lyrics if you agree share it with those you love??" Relatives and friends are invited to Bill's Life Celebration on July 22, 2021 from 10:30am until his Funeral Mass at 11:30am, Nativity of Our Lord Church, 605 West Street Road, Warminster Pa, 18974. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in Bill's memory.

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Marian Helsel

July 23, 2021

Love and miss you, Billy

July 22, 2021

Aunt Connie .I was so saddened by the news of Billy’s death .I happen to be on my way up from Florida, but unfortunately not in time for the Mass on Thursday.know that you and your family are very much in my thoughts today there is not much more I can say except much love and prayers ..sally ann

Nancy Miller Connor-Miller

July 20, 2021

My name is Nancy Connor-Miller and I have such fond memories of my Aunt Peg, my Nana -Nan Tranauskas, my Aunt Connie and the few times I met all of my cousins. My heart goes out to all of the family members!

Laura and Scott Komita

July 19, 2021

We had such a fond spot for Bill over our early years of living in Warminster. We are away this week but will be listening to My Wish on Thursday. Our thoughts of good memories to all of his family.

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