William C. "Bill" Dye

Growing up with Bill Rich cousins....Jim and Dennis brothers......even though we were cousins....Bill and Rich were my brothers......I remember all the fun times when we lived with Aunt Rose and Uncle Cliff.....also.....Bill and how he always reminded me of Elvis!! The night before he passed...I went to see him at OHSU.....his face lite up .....He looked so great....when I squeezed his hands....they were the perfect hands of a boxer and beloved brother. I miss both him and Rich......I...

It's been 13 years since Bill passed and we still miss him. "You got me Welman" is what Bill said laying on the ground after taking a Fred Welman left hand. He reached up and shook hands with Fred. It proved to me, if you have never lost a fight, it means you don't fight enough. Cliff and Rose are gone. My beloved Rich is too. My family loved these people, and I still do.

My cousin Bill, as a little kid growing up I allways looked to you as a big brother. You allways took time to talk with me and make me laugh. You introduced me to Rock music as a young boy, Rolling Stones, James Gang , which I have been addicted to ever since. Watching you one time in a Golden Gloves fight on a black and white TV was so awesome when I went to school the next day all I could do was tell my freinds how great you are. You insprired me to try things in life, being a musician,...

Bill, the many eulogies left on this page attest to the wonderful impact you had on so many different people. In looking back, I believe the last time we met was that summer day in 1986 at Speelyai Dam/park. You told me you had secured a temporary security job there. I was with a girlfriend at the time and didn’t get to spend as much time with you which, in retrospect, I really regret now. God bless your wonderful soul.

I miss you, Bill. Many people miss you. I will always remember our great times together in high school. You often stopped by my house to give me a ride to school in the VW Bug you had then. You left us too early but I guess God had his plan for you and I know youre at peace in heaven.

You were a great grandfather. The times that I knew you were awesome. You always gave me root beer keg candies. You will always live in my heart. I still listen to grandmas stories about you.

I miss you already. Im so sorry I was unable to attend your farewell. You always had a smile and a hug for me. I'll never forget how loved and welcome I always felt when you were around. I want you to know I tried the poy and watched many sunsets in your honor. Im greatful we got that last conversation. I will miss and love you forever you were always a wonderful uncle to me! May you rest in peace with no more pain. Love you Uncle Bill.