William-Bequette-Obituary

William C. Bequette

Kennewick, Washington

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WILLIAM C. BEQUETTE Sept 16, 1917 - April 24, 2011 Kennewick, Wash.William C. Bequette, long-time editor of the Tri-City Herald, died in his sleep at home after a three-year illness. Graduate University of Montana. WWII combat veteran, awarded Bronze Star, served from Oct . 1941 until Sept 1945....

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I "grew up" in the TC Herald's old Desert Living section, starting as a 19-year-old after my first year of college. The following summer, after 2 years of school, I was offered a fulltime job. Bill was a wonderful mentor and cheerleader; he was never gruff or terse with me. I have always remembered him as encouraging -- willing to tell you what you did well and also what could be improved. That's what a great boss and mentor does.

Through the years, we have talked from time to...

Always enjoyed reading his articles in the Herald.
NH, West Richland, WA