William (Bill) E. Wiese

What a lovely tribute to Bill and your family! I grew up on 26th Avenue and the Weise's were our neighbors. I spent a lot of time at their house, hanging out with Margaret. I graduated high school with Bill and Joe. Both Bill and Joyce were always warm and welcoming to their children's friends. I loved hanging out at their house. I remember riding Black Diamond and Apple Kiss (who would usually ride into the orchard and knock me off ). There always seemed to be a lot of activity going on and...

Every memory I have of going to Grandma and Grandpa´s was full of joy, safety and love. I am so grateful for them both and so proud to be his granddaughter. Eating a fresh tomato from the garden with salt and pepper, being led on Penny the pony or Lady the horse around the property was a magical wonderland. They showed me what true deep love was and no matter what the situation was I could talk to Grandma and Grandpa and I knew they would be open and loving. Grandpa told me once the secret of...

Fran and family -- Thank you for this lovely story of your father's life and accomplishments. I watched from the sidelines as you so lovingly helped him. May God bless your family in the coming years as you cherish the memories.

Such fabulous memories of the years at VGSA. The pitching clinics, the years of tournaments and high school softball. Bill, always with a kind supportive word and easy laugh. While taking the competition seriously, after the game he and John were most interested in talent development. So many of us thank Bill for his time and efforts supporting VGSA's successes and the foundation provided for those that carried their talents on to college and furthering women's sports.