William Bordine Beidler

Sherri and Bradd,

It has been many years since I visited your home during our high school party-days. We had many laughs and good times sharing songs at the grand piano with your guitar and the many voices of free-spirited, Dan Fogelberg, Eagles wannabes. I remember your parents were such laid back, hospitable people. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Dear Laura, Brad, and Sheri,
I am so saddened for you to know that Bill won't be here anymore but so very happy that he is "home" and well again.
I will send each of you a card in the mail but I did want to share this one memory.
I sang at the Episcopal church on Good Friday and after, Bill, Laura, my mom and I went to a pub down on Pearl street. We were sitting in a booth having just the best time. I can't remember what got us going but my mom and I had tears of laughter streaming...

The graduating class of 1954 (from Honor High School) remember fondly thier fourth grade teacher--and were saddened by your passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

It is with great sadness in my heart to learn that you have left us to join God's kingdom. You were the truest of friends to my late husband, Lynwood Sova and myself. Your kindness and love have left a lasting impression on my heart. I have so many wonderful memories of our times with you and will especially remember your kindness to me after Lyn's death. My heartfelt condolances go to you Lora, Bradd, and Sherry. Bill will be truly missed.

Bradd,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Laura, Sherri and Brad,
The family of Sam and Tina Afendoulis remember Bill fondly and were saddened to learn of his death. His gifts of music and dance touched so many lives and we were grateful to have known him him and shared in his life. We will never forget his warmth and those beautiful blue eyes. Our sympathies and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace and may his memory be eternal.
With warmest regards,
Tina and Georgia

Sherrie and Bradd:
I was a frequent lunch companion of Bill at Gibson's during the 80's and 90's. He recorded one of my songs on his Christmas collection, and sang a song of mine at Aquinas in 1997. We were great buddies and I miss him. I posted that recording on my site-- http://thompmillermusic.blogspot.com along with a tribute. If you would like a copy of the recording let me know. I wish you peace and strength.

Dearest Bill
My dance teacher, our friend
Dance like nobody's watching....we'll make beautiful music together when we see you on the other side.
Peace and Grace
Love
Mary and Destry Powers

Bill, you were my fine colleague, dinner companion, and co-music and theatre performer at Grand Valley since 1964. Rest comfortably dear friend!