HAMPTON - William Feick passed away Monday, Nov. 12, 2012, at the HVAMC Palliative Care Unit in Hampton, Va., after a short battle with cancer. As a World War II Veteran, he was greeted, fittingly, at Heaven's gates at sunrise on Veterans Day.
William was born in McKeesport, Pa., on May 8, 1925. He resided in Hampton for more than 60 years.
He earned the Bronze Star and several other citations while serving in World War II. He worked for the civil service at Fort Eustis as an aviation mechanic, where he retired in 1980. He was a long standing member of the Elks Club. William was very involved with his church congregation at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, where he served on the vestry and as an usher.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and his wife of 44 years, Ruth Whitted Feick.
He is survived by one brother, Norman E. Feick, of McKeesport; the love of his life for the past 18 years, Joan Weeks; two sons, Alan Feick (wife Audrey) and William Feick (wife Cecelia); six grandchildren, Brian Feick, Shannon Rawls, Laura Daniels, Ashley Feick, Brittany Feick, and Brandon Feick; and two great-grandchildren, Skylar Rawls and Kieran Feick.
William will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was the patriarch of the family and took pride in the joy and success of those he loved.
While in good health, William enjoyed traveling, poker with the guys, coffee at Krispy Kreme with his dear friends, dancing, and visits from family. He never missed an important event, a birthday, or a holiday gathering with family.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 16, 2012, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton by the Rev. Peggy B. Beulow. A brief graveside service will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Hampton VA Palliative Care Unit. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Audrey,
Thinking about you and family at this time. I would love to hear from you when things settle down. So sorry for your loss.
Dolly Fulford
November 20, 2012
Dear Bill, Alan and Families,
I was so sorry to read about the passing of your dad. The last time I saw him was at Krispy Kreme. I had to smile when I read about him being a member of the KK Coffee Club because my dad was also. That club has left my boys with very happy memories of their granddad. My parents have both passed away..Dad (15 yrs) Mom (2). There isn't a day that I don't think about them, but my happy memories make me smile. I hope your memories do the same for you.
Terry (Butt) Brubaker
November 17, 2012
We are saddened by the loss of such a wonderful man. The Fergusons are keeping all of your family in prayer as you grieve. Bill had a genuine enthusiasm for all that life and family bring. He would always inquire about our children, husbands and wives; he was honestly interested in our families welfare. He never forgot any names-EVER! He was an amazing person and he will be missed by us all.
Beverly Ferguson Moore
November 16, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God comfort you during this time and the days ahead.
Sherri Snider
November 16, 2012
My thoughts are with you all in this time of sorrow.
Lindsay (Cram) Ocasio
November 15, 2012
There is no doubt Bill is now in good company. He will continue to impact the lives of you all because his love and and the lessons he taught you will manifest in you. I love you all and pray for God's comfort
Barbara Hanna
November 15, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bill passing.Our prayers are with family
Hank Henderson and Family
November 15, 2012
To all of the Feick Family, My deepest sympathies to all. Mr. Feick will always be remembered as a great man.
John McNider
November 15, 2012
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