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William DuPlessis Obituary

WILLIMANTIC - William J. DuPlessis, of Willimantic, formerly of Wallingford, died on Friday, March 4, 2016 at Windham Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Kareena Pedersen DuPlessis, his wife of 34 years.

William was born in Meriden on Sept. 3, 1954, the son of George L. DuPlessis and Barbara (Craig) DuPlessis. He was educated in local schools, first in Meriden and later in Wallingford. He graduated in 1972 from Lyman Hall High School, where he was a member of both the concert and marching bands and also the varsity soccer team. Bill had a 35-year career in logistics and inventory control, beginning with Digital Equipment Corporation, Entex and finally Staples Office Supply before his retirement in 2013. A talented vocalist and drummer, Bill had a lifelong love for Rock 'n Roll and played with several Connecticut-based bands over a span of more than three decades, including The Convertibles, Nor'easter, B.B. Hind and the Blue Mooners, Common Bond and Mid-Life Crisis. Bill had many outside interests, including fishing, baseball, photography, talk radio and spending time with his family and friends. He was especially fond of coastal Maine and spent several summers vacationing there with his family. He will forever be remembered for his special sense of humor and ability to make others laugh.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Kristen MacLeod and her husband, Andrew MacLeod, of Vernon, Erika DuPlessis and her husband, Timothy Rhodes, of Ashford; a sister, Joan D. Quirk, of Meriden, and his grandson, Landen Rhodes. He is also survived by his two first cousins, David Clarke, of Williamsburg, Va., and Kathy Clarke of Salisbury.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at a future date at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or to your local Relay For Life Team. To sign his online memorial book, please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Record-Journal on Mar. 9, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for William DuPlessis

10 Entries

March 14, 2016

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring you some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Tom Daly

March 14, 2016

Very sorry for your loss. I worked with Bill in Wallingford in 1979. Bill was a great person to know and work with. Bill always maintained an insightful and positive attitude.

Janice Pierce

March 11, 2016

To Joan and the Duplessis family. I am very sorry for the loss of Bill. My brother Gary and I used to play with him when we were kids. I remember him always listening or playing with a CB radio. He was a pretty interesting kid. We always had fun with him. He was such a nice person. My sincere sympathy. Janice Disbrow Pierce

Kathy Hughes -Wainwright

March 11, 2016

Extending my sympathy to you all. I was fortunate to meet Bill in the BB Hind days and saw him for years with The Convertibles. There was something about his voice that I just loved. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Wendy Senna/Bill Senna

March 10, 2016

Dear Kareena, Kristen and Erika.....It has been many years since we have seen each other. We are so sorry for your loss. Bill was an awesome person, friend and musician. We have so many fond and funny memories, but one thing we will remember is his famous quote, "Attention Campers!" Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love Always <3

Barbara Disbrow

March 10, 2016

To Bill's family and to Joan and her family,
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your husband, father, brother and uncle. I remember Billy as a kid hanging around with my brother Gary and sister Janice, we lived in the same neighborhood. I didn't know that Bill was an accomplished musician. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Michelle Squirrell

March 9, 2016

Joan I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.

March 9, 2016

It's been about 30 years since I last saw Billy . While in high school , him and I and another friend would play " Risk " on the dining room table at the house on Long Hill Rd . Very sorry to hear about his untimely death . May he rest in peace . Condolences to his entire family .

Mark Hecklinger

March 9, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Bill. He was such a likable, nice guy. He was also a rocking, talented drummer. Way too young.

Nany (Disbrow) St. Arnauld

March 9, 2016

Joan and Family: I remember growing up on Crown Street, Ext. with you and Billy right around the corner on Hall Avenue, Diane and Janice Angiletta, Gayle and Cindy Tuccitto, Augie Miller, Donna Fetta, Stanley and Sharon Crane, Larry Miller and the Pulcinella's and all the fun we used to have. My brother, Gary, played with Billy when they were young and they had so much fun together. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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