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1929
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2019
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William Wilmes Obituary
Bill was born Sept. 20, 1929, in St. Louis, to Frank Wilmes and wife Helen, nee Wahoff. He married Marie Ann Baggett June 23, 1951, and they were blessed with four children. The couple were married for 66 wonderful years before Marie's passing Oct. 14, 2017. Bill joined the Army in October of 1951 at the tail end of the Korean War. He was stationed in Japan and worked in the financial division. After the service, Bill went to St. Louis University where he received a bachelor's degree in accounting. Bill enjoyed putting puzzles together in his free time, but his faith and family were the most important parts of his life.
Bill is survived by his four children, William Wilmes Jr. (Cyndi), Diana Schnaath (Neil), John Wilmes (Denise) and Michael Wilmes (Patricia); 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; three siblings, Ruth Wilmes, Dolores Weber and Vernon Wilmes; many other friends and family.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marie; parents, Frank and Helen; and in-laws, Everett and Loretta Baggett.
All services are private.
Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net.
The family is being served by Martin Funeral Home, Warrenton.
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April 29, 2019
To William's family and friends, please take comfort in each other during this sad time. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.
Donna Bedsworth
April 5, 2019
So very sorry William and family for your loss. Prayers for you all from some of your Boy Scout family: Ronnie and Alex Davis and Donna Bedsworth
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