William Thomas Wall III

1943 - 2016

William Thomas Wall III obituary, 1943-2016, Torrance, CA

BORN

1943

DIED

2016

William Wall Obituary

July 26, 1943 - January 20, 2016 Bill Wall, husband of Betty Wall, passed away peacefully on January 20th. He met Betty in 1968 while serving as an officer in the U. S. Army in Germany, where he received the Army Commendation Medal. They returned annually to Europe in later years to walk the Camino de Compostela as a faith journey over eight years. Bill and Betty were married for 47 years. After graduating in 1961 from Mission High School in San Luis Obispo, Bill attended Loyola University in Los Angeles where he received a B.S. in Accounting. He was a loyal lion and a supporter of LMU Basketball for fifty years, Golden Lion Class of 1965. He was a dedicated fan and enjoyed attending games with his wife and children. As a CPA he quickly became partner in 1977 at Kellogg & Andelson Accountancy Corp. where he worked for 47 years and established lifelong friendships with his clients, partners and staff. A longtime member of CPA Associates International, he had served on the board of directors. Growing up in San Luis Obispo, Bill enjoyed many adventures with his siblings, Kathleen, Robert, Michael, Richard and Karen, and cousins exploring their family ranch. He worked with his extended family and the Nature Conservancy to transfer the Andre Ranch into a conservation easement and nature preserve. Protecting and preserving the property in perpetuity for generations to come. Bill was the baby whisperer to six grandchildren, a technique he mastered while raising five children Laurie, William, Keith, Estelle and Aimee. Bill was a beloved uncle to many nephews and nieces, and mentor to his extended family. Bill had a good ear and always gave a genuine and thoughtful response. A loving, generous and gentle soul of great pride and integrity, he was greatly loved and will be missed. Funeral services will be on February 5th at 1 p.m. at Saint John Fisher Church in Rancho Palos Verdes where he was a devoted parishioner for over 40 years. Tributes in William T. Wall's memory can be made to the LMU Basketball Lions Athletic Fund. http://www.lmulions.com/boosters/WeAreLMU.html. To sign a guest book, go to www.latimes.com/guestbooks.

Published by Los Angeles Times on Jan. 30, 2016.
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Mrs Wall,

My name is Mark Thrasher. I was hired by and worked with Bill at K & A from 1981 to 1985. Just a kid out of college, I moved to LA from rural upstate NY. Bill was an amazing mentor and had a profound impact on my life even after I returned back home to NY.

I'm so sorry for your loss; Bill was a giant in our profession. I looked up to him and still do as I will always fondly remember him and all that he taught me.

Be well and comforted in the knowledge that Bill is at home with the Lord.

I will never forget him.

Mark Thrasher, CPA

June 23, 2018

Dear Betty,

We just now were informed of Bill's passage to Jesus. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. If there were ever anyone who should have lived forever, it was Kathleen's brother Bill. As Kathleen's former domestic partner of nearly 10 years, Bob knew Bill well and deeply respected his firm resolve, strong leadership and true compassion. Bill's sage and thoughtful advice was always helpful. He was a price among princes. Bill, rest in peace.

Bob and Monica Reisig-Franotovic

Bob and Monica Reisig-Franotovic

May 16, 2017

Sharon Keith

February 7, 2016

Dear Betty; We are so sorry to have missed your call and now understand why you were calling.
Bill was a good friend and confidant for many years. He was always diligent in preparing our taxes and I am sure saved us much money and hassle. Our "unaudited" status is a tribute to his professionalism.
We will miss his gentle advice and personality, and wish you peace as you and your family face the future. We will hold you in our prayers and remember Bill fondly.
Pete and Becky Adams

Peter Adams

February 7, 2016

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.

His was a life well lived.

Mary Anne Finucane, Class '61

Mary Anne Finucane

February 5, 2016

Mary Anne Finucane

February 5, 2016

I am deeply saddened to learn of Bill's passing. His is a kind and gentle soul that now rests in the arms of the angels. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Carol Dyer, Class of '61

Carol Dyer

February 5, 2016

Bill, we will always remember your strength and kindness walking the Camino together. We pray for Betty and the family and all those who will miss you so much. Peace.

Claire Rosser

February 3, 2016

Dear Betty,
We are sending heartfelt condolences to you, as well as the entire Wall family.
May happy memories of Bill live on forever!
Xoxo

Toni Fejer

February 2, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the Wall family. Bill was a wonderful man and our accountant for many years. We will miss him. Henry and Lynn Haye

Henry & Lynn Haye

February 2, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Betty.
Love Christine

Christine Collette

February 1, 2016

Have many fond memories of wandering the hills of the Andre ranch with Bill and his cousin Joe Andre.

A great childhood friend, and classmate for twelve years.

Fred Kelley

February 1, 2016

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you during this difficult time. 2Corr 1:3,4

B.Cagle

January 31, 2016

Papa Wall, I was so saddened with your passing. I had the pleasure to have worked as your assistant which was so much fun. You made me realized that I loved tax season. You were a great boss with a gentle soul and big heart. I will miss you Papa Wall.

Cynthia DeSantis

January 31, 2016

Rest in peace, Bill.

Simone + Bob Wall

January 31, 2016

I grew up in San Luis Obispo with Bill and his siblings. He and my brother Mike went through twelve years of school together. My thoughts and prayers go to his family. What a beautiful legacy he's left behind.

Maureen Cook Verhaeren

January 30, 2016

Ron Karam

January 29, 2016

I'm one of Bill's many long-time clients and very saddened to hear of his passing. Bill was an utmost professional and a kind and caring man. We will miss him.

Art Minds

January 29, 2016

I'm sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I have known him for many years and have been a client of his.

Ron Karam

January 29, 2016

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