William-Whitacre-Obituary

William Whitacre

Washington, Missouri

1938 - 2025

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Washington, Missouri
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American Cancer Society

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Coach William ?Bill? Whitacre, 86, Washington, passed peacefully, at home, surrounded by family Friday, April 4, 2025, after a short illness. Bill lived a long and memorable life and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, clients and former students, many of whom became lifelong friends....

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I was on Bill's first basketball team he coached in Canton, Missouri. I knew him before that time when he played on the Culver-Stockton basketball team. He was always very nice and patient with me. He was particularly proud of how high I could jump, and he reminded me of that when I last saw him at my 50th High School reunion in 2014. I just want the family to know what an impact he had on my life! He helped me with my game, but more importantly, he helped me to grow from a bashful boy into a...

So sad to hear of Bill´s passing. He built our pool near Hermann and we always enjoyed his can do attitude and Whittisisms. Grateful to have known him. Enjoyed his stories.