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William DePaoli Obituary
William F. "'Bill'" DePaoli, Sr.
1940-2019
William F. DePaoli, Sr., 79, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at Froedtert South – Pleasant Prairie.
Born on August 21, 1940, in Kenosha, he was the son of the late Victor Sr., and Clara (Pillager) DePaoli.
He married Alice Schiefel on December 12, 1959.
Bill worked as a supervisor and repair relief man for over 30 years at AMChrysler and retired in 1988. He was an excellent craftsman, enjoyed watching auto racing, and was a member of the Local 72.
He is survived by his wife, Alice; and his son, William DePaoli, Jr.; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He is preceded in death by a son, Brian Lee DePaoli; and his siblings, Victor Jr., Joseph, Richard, and Mary DePaoli.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 17th, at Proko Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Interment will be private.
Proko Funeral Home & Crematory
5111-60th Street Phone: (262) 654-3533
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Memories and Condolences
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Kaye Sullivan
November 29, 2019
So sorry to see this about Bill. You both have been in my thoughts a lot lately. Know you ae in our prayers.
BRIAN BATT
November 19, 2019
I had worked with Bill many times in the 70,s and 80,s at AMC lakefront plant I always thought he was one of the nicest supervisors . a very good person he will be missed
Terri & Steve Formella
November 19, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill and his family
Jerry and Teri Lea Greco
November 15, 2019
Our condolences to the DePaoli family. I worked with Bill for a number of years at the motors. Super guy. R.I.P. Bill.
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