Photo courtesy of Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home
Jun 16, 1953 - Jun 30, 2025
Though I never met Bill, my cousin Tim Sykes spoke so lovingly about him, that I understand the gravity of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
Jane O’Shaughnessy Hildebrand
July 14, 2025 | Parma Heights, OH | Acquaintance
Hi, my name is Jaye Hooczko Willison and my family and I lived directly across the street from Bill and his family in Des Plaines when we were all kids and growing up. Many fun times with Bill, Don and Donna! So sorry for your loss, my sympathies to the whole family.
Jaye Willison
July 09, 2025 | Carol Stream, IL
That smile is amazing
That smile is amazing.
Sheri Frattarelli
July 04, 2025 | WARREN, MI | Friend
William Ernest Meyer (Bill Sr.) loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30th, 2025.
Bill was born to Ernest and Dorothy Jean Meyer on June 16th, 1953, in Arlington Heights, IL.
He graduated from Maine West High School, and earned his C.P.A. at Loyola University. He married Kim in 1975. They went on to raise 3 beautiful children, and owned and managed several successful businesses throughout the Chicagoland area. Bill loved the outdoors, traveling, boating and biking.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald. Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Kim, along with his children, Julie and partner, Tim, Billy Jr., Jenny and husband Dave, and six grandchildren, Matthias, Nathan, Caleb, Adrianna, Brayden, and Caralynn, all of whom he loved dearly and enjoyed spending his time with. He is also survived by his sister Donna and husband, Steve, and their son, Kenny.
Visitation will be Tuesday, July 8, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago, IL 60656. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
For information, 773-774-3232.
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