William K. Bayley of Neenah, passed away on October 13 at the age of 68. He was born on July 10, 1943 to the late Elden and Alice (Kelly) Bayley in Springfield, OH. He married Lisa A. (Golladay) Bayley on June 8, 1996.
Bill served as a Captain in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was proud to serve his country and always thanked others who served in Military duty.
Bill enjoyed sky diving for many years. He achieved 500+ jumps to reach Master Sky Diving status. He instructed many students with this achievement. He also was an avid camper and loved riding his red scooter. Bill spent much of his career in the Paper Distribution Industry. Most recently he worked for Kolosso Toyota fulfilling his passion for the love of cars. Bill and Lisa loved to travel together, exploring new adventures. She will miss her huckleberry friend.
Bill will be dearly missed by his wife, Lisa; his children: Mary Elizabeth (Michael) Van Etten, Homewood, IL; Catherine (Todd) Sullivan, Midlothian, VA; and Kevin Bayley, Madison, WI; grandchildren: Henry, Kelly, Charlie, Timmy and Jack Van Etten; Elden Sullivan; and Liam Bayley; step-children: Vanessa Golladay, Bristol, WI; John Golladay, Shakopee, MN; and Benjamin Golladay, Salt Lake City, UT. He is further survived by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley H. Hughes, Janesville, WI; sisters: Ellen (Wayne) Sherman; Lucinda Mellott; Barbara Worman; sisters-in-law: Sara Hughes (Cheri Collins); Kerrie (Jeff) Thistle; brother-in-law Thomas (Monica) Hughes; two aunts: Ann Kelly and Ruth Bayley, both of Springfield, OH; as well as many nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his beloved Boston Terrier, "Ted." Bill was preceded in death by his parents: Elden and Alice Bayley; and his late wife, Kathleen Bayley.
A funeral service for Bill will be held Monday, October 17, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at Neenah's Westgor Funeral Home, Rev. Stephen Dietzler officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, October 16, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
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Neenah 722-7151
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How terrible. I was a customer of Bill's and went back to him for many years for service. He was so kind and such a great person to work with. I could tell he had a great heart! I am so sorry and deeply saddened by his passing. I will surely miss his Christmas letters and post cards he would always send. In fact, I always looked forward to hearing from him. Sorry for your loss.
Jessica Chavez
October 17, 2011
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Bill will be missed at the drop zone. Bill was one of my first skydiving instructors, 11 years ago. I have not seen Bill for a couple of years, he was fun to jump with. I did my first 9-way 2 plane load with Bill. He will be remembered fondly by many of us.
Gary(Snuffy)& Annette Martzahl
October 16, 2011
Dear Betsy, Cate & Kevin,
We were saddened to hear about your father's sudden and unexpected passing away. We moved from Neenah in 1996 and unfortunately have not have opportunities to see him since then. We will, however, always remember the great time we had with you and your parents at the many holiday and other special occasion parties we shared within our southeast Neenah group of friends, especially the Fourth of July, while we were there. Your dad loved to socialize and was always fun to be with. He was a man you can be proud of as a husband, father and grandfather, and will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by everyone who knew him.
You are in our thoughts,
Don & Cis Baker
Rhinelander, WI
October 15, 2011
Miss you Bill, really going to miss those chats over the campfire and your endless "pearls of wisdom". You were one of a kind ,my friend. We send our love and prayers to Lisa and the family. The kids are going to miss their "camping buddy"!
Our deepest condolences,
Zach, Becky, Peyton and Nolan Johnsrud
October 15, 2011
Betsy, Cate & Kevin,
We are thinking of you all. And thinking of the laughter that's just been added inside of heaven's gates! Grateful for the enduring friendships our parents had way back in Troy, MI that have passed on to our generation. Hug each other often this weekend.
All our love,
Whit, Kelly, Hadley & Kate
Kelly Wright
October 15, 2011
To Bill & Family & Friends,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You were a great friend & will especially be remembered as the 1st skydiving instructor to throw Brad out of a plane on his 1st skydive over 10 years ago, at Skydive Adventure, Omro, WI. & will always be honored as one of his & many other skydivers, great mentors !
You are truly loved, & will be greatly missed by all those who had the blessing to have known you !
You & your loved ones will be in our prayers & you will always remain in our thoughts & hearts !
The world as we know it, was a better place with men like you in it & we will forever be greatful for all that you shared & contributed to so many, in so many ways !
~Godspeed, BlueSkies & Peaceful Eternal Flights on the Wings of a Heavenly Angel, Dear Friend ~
Brad & Julie Badtke
October 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers to Lisa and the rest of the family. Bill will be missed but fondly remembered at Kolosso Toyota Scion as he was a true delight to work with. We will all miss his sense of humor and stories. He really was a wonderful person.
Pam Colrue
October 14, 2011
Bill, Words Cannot express how much I will miss my Friend and Mentor. Blue Skies, my Friend!! Rest In Peace, Buddy.
And to the Bayleys.... You have our sympathies and please by all means call us if you need anything. Bad Andy and Tricia VanHandel
October 14, 2011
Dear Betsy, Cate & Kevin:
Your were so little and cute when we lived across the street from your parents home in Troy, Michigan, where all the children played on the street supervised by the Dads, and Bill was there organizing the volleyball games and being one of the kids. It was a wonderful time that we remeber fondly. We pray that all the happy memories will bring comfort to your young hearts.
Ramon & Angela Perez
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
October 14, 2011
Lisa, It was a pleasure knowing you & Bill, and I know the please that you brought into Bills life Lisa from the day he met you. I remember like it was yesterday when he came out to tell me about you, what you were like, what you did, that you were beautiful (again and again). That man was in love with the "Lovely Lisa" as he called you. We would ask, 'When are we going to meet you, he would say,"SHe is not ready for you guys yet, he has to work you in to us. But then one day he brought you out to meet us, an he was just so proud, you brought out the best in Bill. Bill was a caring and kind man, with a giving heart. Bill loved his children, grandchildern and life, he lived it with heart and Lisa you made it that much more enjoyable.
Bill may you now have Blue Skies and Soft Winds at your back.
Our prayers are with your family Bill, as you watch over them.
Bill & DonnaMarie Hasenfus
October 14, 2011
Dear Betsy, Cate & Kevin - I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. You are all far too young to have lost both of your wonderful parents. I will always remember your dad's quick smile and jokes. If my idea of heaven exists, I just know your mom was waiting for him in some tropical paradise, and they are happily talking about the 3 of you and their gorgeous 7 (soon to be 8) grandbabies. (Of course Jan Tucker is there in the background too, working the heavenly Ipod for the appropriate Jimmy Buffett playlist, and squeezing fresh margaritas.) My heart goes out to you and the rest of the family as well. He will be missed.
Kelli Bhojwani
October 14, 2011
I will miss Bills warm smile and quick witt- It was a pleasure to work with him all these years- Kolosso Toyota has lost a precious gem. Bill was a man who truely enjoyed life to the fullest. God Bless you Lisa our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Barbara Kolosso
October 14, 2011
Bill, it was a blessing to have known you and spend fun times with you and Lisa. Thank you for the wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lisa and family.
Jen Fechter
October 14, 2011
Bill, thanks for making all of my days at Kolosso fun and I learned a lot from you. I'll keep your family in my prayers. RIP.
Danielle
October 14, 2011
Bill, I will think of the times our families spent together those years ago in Michigan. Will think of you when I go to Vegas this month to hear Jimmy Buffett. God Bless you and welcome you with open arms. Give my love to Kathy and tell her I miss her.
To your family deepest condolences. Ethel Lady and family(Go Rangers)
October 14, 2011
Miss you Billy, loved all the Great times and words of wisdom. My family sends their love to Lisa and family. Austin is going to miss his pal! Love Bigkatt, Cindy, Kaytlin, Thomas, and Austin
matt kuettner
October 14, 2011
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