William Hicks "Bill" Oat II

I was providing care to Bill as a hospice expressive artist. Such special people who have left a " footprint on my heart " forever.

France´s, I´m holding you and Duane in my heart. He got such a kick about telling me his stories in the Army when he was serving KP duty and the senior officer called him to the office.. I need you here now. You´re the only one who knows what to do! Thank you for giving me the honor to provide comfort through massage. God Bless you both!

Bill was a wonderful Rotarian. I met him while in the Mystic Rotary years ago. His parents had a place in Groton Long Point across from my grandparents home. He knew my mother as they hung out as kids/ teens. He was so kind and thoughtful and his memory will be eternal for me

I was fortunate to be friends with Frances as a hospice volunteer. She told me so much about Bill, I felt he must have been quite a person in his day. God bless

Fran, We send our condolences along with pleasant memories at SYC. God bless.

I met Bill and Fran on a US Lighthouse Society tour in 2014. We became fast friends and traveled together on several society tours. They were such wonderful people and almost like surrogate parents to me. I thoroughly enjoyed their company and have great memories and love for them both. I want to extend my love and prayers to Fran and son Duane. They will always be kept in my heart.

My condolences to Fran and family. Marcia and I spent many hours cruising with Bill and Fran and I especially remember our month long cruise together to Maine. We also spent many hours together socializing at the Shennecosset Yacht Club. Bill, may you Rest in Peace. You were a good friend. Larry Bentley

Safe travels Bill. Godspeed.

Rest in Peace Bill