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William Trotter Obituary

Trotter, William G., Sr. Thurs., Jan. 3, 2013. Beloved husband of Colleen Trotter (nee Oliver); dear father and father-in-law of William G. Trotter, Jr., Timothy (Karen) Trotter and Bradley Trotter; dear grandfather of Angela (Scott) Solomon, Amanda (Daniel) Kurdys, Abigail, Alexandra and Timothy Trotter; dear greatgrandfather of Jack Solomon; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend. Services: at ORTMANN'S 9222 Lackland, Overland, Mon., Jan. 7 at 11 a.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Parkinson Disease Association appreciated. Visitation from 2-8 p.m. Sunday.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2013.
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I have so many good memories of times our families went on vacation together-driving to Florida where Bane lost his glasses on the beach in the evening and we actually found them! And I will always remember Uncle Bill talking like Donald Duck when I was a kid. He was a wonderful man who will be truly missed.
"Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy." John 16:22

Sue Wernert

February 4, 2013

Rest in Peace Great Uncle Bill, we will all miss you so much!

Amy Oliver

February 1, 2013

Brad, Mrs Trotter and the whole family,
We were sad to hear about your loss. There are too many fun memories of weekends at the lake to detail. Playing cards is one of the tops though.
Thanks for opening your hearts and home to us. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,

Joan and Kurt Delabar

January 7, 2013

My mom, Rose Daffron, and Annie, Bill's sister were best friends since Kdg. Mom always said Bill was so good to her and Annie growing up. She also told us how Connie and Bill welcomed them to Mississippi. God's Blessings during this difficult time.
Nancy Daffron-Burke

January 7, 2013

jim trotter

January 7, 2013

Bill Connie and Joyce from Marks 60th birthday party

bill trotter

January 7, 2013

We are sorry for your loss. May God bless your family during this time. Bob and Cathy Griffey

Bob and Cathy Griffey

January 6, 2013

Uncle Bill was my favorite Uncle.The Franklyn and Trotter families go back over 50 years.We had may great familiy meomories and will continue to do so.He was a great family man and LOYAL!!!! husband to my Aunt Colleen.Their love for each other never died. They were still "dating" like they were a young couple.This is what a true marriage is all about.You will be missed Uncle Bill on family bar b ques Great card game of blitz and for your sense of humor.My God belss you as you rest in peace and may god be with your family during this difficult time.Leonard R Franklyn

Leonard Franklyn

January 6, 2013

I forgot to sign our post.
Len & Joan Franklyn

January 5, 2013

We spent many happy years with Bill & Colleen, they were a very dedicated couple and spent over 60 years together. As a brother-in-law he couldn't be beat, he was witty and very much a family man. All of our friends used to get together to play poker, I mean the men friends. They loved it and they also loved playing Jarts. Praying for the whole family at this time and knowing we're in God's hands.

January 5, 2013

Our sympathys to the family. My parents enjoyed being the Trotter's neighbors for many years. Joy (Lueders) and Mark Prout.

January 5, 2013

Bill Trotter, Phil Lauer, on the deck @ the lake, talking WWII & Vietnam, John Phillip Sousa on the CD player. Cheers to these heroes and their comrades, and Godspeed to you Bill.

Leon Kubiak

January 5, 2013

What great memories I have growing up with the entire Trotter family. From working at Reeno to dealing with us during the teen years (the 70's I might add)Mr William G. Trotter was a great example. He seemed to follow the playbook right out of Gal 5 22-23 Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness,Goodness, Gentleness Faithfulness and self control. What a great legacy and what great memories. Mrs. Trotter thank you so much for all the love and patience when we were growing up and accept my deepest sympathy

Jim Lieber

January 5, 2013

So sorry to hear this. Please accept our deepest sympathies from the Damsgaard Family.

Beth Damsgaard-Rodriguez

January 5, 2013

Over 50 years of memories is hard to describe,he was a wonderful uncle, a mentor to me,a veteran who fought on the front lines in WWII,a devoted husband and father,a friend,there are so many family memories with Uncle Bill I just want to say thank you,I will see you on the other side and may God's grace bring a smile to you there as often as you had one here, Phyllis loved Uncle Bill too,our memories together with him always centered around family discussion and living life to its fullest potential. Love and peace always Uncle Bill.....

Jim & Phyllis Franklyn

January 5, 2013

Our sincerest condolences to the Trotter family. Bill was a terrific man, and he will be missed, always. We know he is enjoying a peaceful eternity in heaven.

Bruce & Linda Lehmann

January 5, 2013

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