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Just found out Bill/Cod has passed. Knew him through high school and on. Some amazing times. Wish we’d had one more chance to catch up. Thoughts and prayers to family.
Pat
October 26, 2025 | Friend


Bellingham, Washington
1952 - 2024
William Lee VanWingerden October 22, 1952 - February 25, 2024 Bellingham, Washington - William Lee 'Bill' VanWingerden, beloved father, brother and uncle departed this world on February 25,2024 at Hospice House in Bellingham, Washington. Bill was born on October 22, 1952, in Bellingham where he...
Read MoreJust found out Bill/Cod has passed. Knew him through high school and on. Some amazing times. Wish we’d had one more chance to catch up. Thoughts and prayers to family.
Pat
October 26, 2025 | Friend

Bill showed me incredible warmth and hospitality when I relocated to Bellingham in 2004. We shared many joyful moments and he was one of the few who attended both of my weddings. His presence will be deeply missed. Sending my heartfelt sympathies to his loved ones.
Chuck Trinka
March 15, 2024 | Friend
Fond memories of Bill at Sehome. May he rest in peace.
Cal Mann
March 06, 2024
Bill's brother Jay was a good friend of mine in our younger years. I can remember countless good times in their home down the street, as well as their place on Lake Whatcom... and Bill was a big part of my VanWingerden experience. He possessed warmth and humor, along with a quick smile. Best of all, he was not above creating fun for Jay and I... even though he was way, way older - a whole 4 years!!! My sincerest condolences go out to all of the people whose lives Bill touched in ways big and...
Chris Harwood
March 05, 2024 | Friend
Gone too soon. Sending love to all of his family.
Jack & Diane Poirier
March 04, 2024 | Friend
My sincere condolences to Bills family & friends. I remember him with great fondness as a very good friend of my brothers. He always struck me as such a kind and sweet person. Connie Malone Longanecker
Conie
March 03, 2024 | Friend
" Cod " - We will all miss you at The Earl/Kenny Lee which you helped create! We'll be remembering you on the 13th henceforth...:) fore not! RIP William
houn
March 02, 2024 | Friend