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William Reay Obituary

A Lions Club Memorial Service for William "Bill" Reay will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 10, at the Adamson Funeral Chapel, Inc., in DuBois.

Published by The Courier Express on Mar. 9, 2016.
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Mitzi, we are in Florida and just learned the bad news. He always had a wave and a smile when he passed our house. He will be missed. You have our sympathy.

Diane,John Lowe

March 11, 2016

Mitzi Our Condolences to you and your Family thoughts and prayers to you always so sorry for your loss

Dave and Eve Penhollow

March 11, 2016

His wife, family and friends:

A conscientious, caring, dedicated, personable and very interesting guy! I was proud to know him, and truly enjoyed my last telephone conversation with Bill. May his wife, family and friends be assured that Bill left a legacy of solid teaching that included encouraging others to listen well, to honor each other, and to find common ground. He was a true leader! He is now resting comfortably. "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Dee Evelyn Matthews

March 10, 2016

I grew up in DuBois, and was fortunate to enjoy many Sundays and holidays with Aunt Mitzi and Uncle Bill. As a child, my first significant emotional experience was to see my Uncle in a Santa suit. When asked what was his most important action as mayor; he answered that "l listened to people and helped when I could." Hala hala Dina halal one last time. Never new what this means and still don't.

Joe "Skip" Saver

March 10, 2016

Mitzi
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please allow us to extend our sympathies to you at this sad time. We always enjoyed our visits with you both. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick & Andrea Wilson

Rick Wilson

March 9, 2016

Hi mitzi...this is Cheryl from Dr statler's ...I am sorry to hear about Bill....please take care of yourself

Cheryl Zelenky

March 8, 2016

Mitzi, we send our sincere condolences to you. We have many fond memories of Bill including some very competitive games of ping pong many years ago. We loved to hear his voice, whether in song or discourse. We send our very best to you.

Esther and Matt (Burrell) Morris

March 8, 2016

So sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Bill as he said "good morning, how are you?" as he handed me a bulletin at church. I will never forget hearing him sing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mitzi and the entire family.

Judi Davis

March 7, 2016

Bill was a truly wonderful man who served his community with honor and distinction. I was blessed to know him. He will be greatly missed! My condolences to his family and friends.

Matt Gabler

March 7, 2016

We are so Sorry to hear of the loss of Mr Bill Reay SR.He was a good man he will be missed by many.My God help you all in your time of need.

Tom Lyn Thomas Gray

March 7, 2016

Ken VanDervort

March 7, 2016

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