Lieutenant Colonel William H. "Bill" Champion

Remembering Bill Champion, who was an “officer and a gentleman,” the last part we saw every time we were in his presence. His love of life was evident with his generous parties, his humor and his good nature. We remember the impressive discipline he had with his horses and dogs. They, as we, respected him. He was a god fearing and honorable man and we were privileged to know him and call him our friend. He passed too soon.
Dave and Linda Frank

Dear Bill - and Charlene. Such a terrific unit you made! We will miss the "Energizer Bunny" and his gallantry to family, friends and animals. Thanks for sharing so many great good times. Charlene, Ernie and Julie celebrated your life, but missed your cheer, this year at "the Little House on the Prairie". I hope they have antelope liver and onions in Heaven! Safe journey, dear friend.

I enjoyed so much having a glass of wine and a wonderful meal while listening to Bill's incredible stories. He is a great example of an American hero and I am so glad for all the help he gave Jason on in his career and choices during his life. Thank you to Charlene and Bill for good times and friendship.

Dear Mom, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Bill made a beautiful couple. Bill was a wonderful man and is missed dearly. We all love you.
Dear Bill, Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, something funny you did, some advice you shared with me or some story you told. It has been almost a year since you have passed and as I write this, I cry, for the loss of an incredible father, friend and hero.
We ALL miss you. Weston still tells me he is Pappa's cowboy every time he puts on...

Condolence: Bill, It was an honor getting to know you and being warmly accepted into your family. Although I only had a few short years with you, I cherish our times together. I got to see a cowboy at his finest and a true gentleman. A man who challenges me to be a better man without even saying a word. Now a year has past and your legacy continues. The stories and memories that I get to here from those closest to you are incredible. They are fun, exciting and every story I here seems to have...

Charlene: My condolences to you on your loss and I'd like to share my thoughts at this time. Bill, it's been forty years since first we teamed up to hunt the wily elk. It seems only yesterday we were making plans, selecting high country remote locations, packing gear, sighting our rifles, checking the weather and sharing the anticipation of the autumn get together with our buddies. For over thirty years we shared those hunts and good times together. Many memories come to mind. Of horses...