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William G. McNamee
William McNamee Obituary
William "Bill" G. McNamee, 64, of Hicksville passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born on May 28, 1961, in Bryan to Richard P. "Shad" and Marguerite "Peggy" B. (Shearer) McNamee. Bill graduated from Edon High School in 1979. He enjoyed bowling and golfing with both family and friends. Bill also spent many Christmases bringing joy to families, as Santa Claus, as well as playing in the roll of "Johnny Rock."
He is survived by his children, Samantha (Brady) Hubbell of Hillsdale, Michigan, and Shad (Niki) McNamee of McComb, Ohio; five grandchildren, Zella and Gavin Hubbell and Roman, Rylan and Blakely McNamee; and sister, Sue (Don) Hallett of Bryan. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Kane B. Hubbell.
Bill will be laid to rest in a private ceremony to be held at Cambria Cemetery in Reading, Michigan. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Ike & Ella Fund. Condolences can be left for the family at www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.
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Jim and Colleen Siebenaler and family. Aaron, Adam, Joshua and Justin and f
July 16, 2025
Bill was our family Santa since 1997. My family even made a book for him, with our family memories of him as Santa. He was a dear friend and we, and our grandchildren and great-grandchildren, will miss him greatly. You have our deepest sympathy.
Randy Brown
July 16, 2025
So Sorry To Hear ! Bill Was A Great Guy With A Big Heart ! He Will Truly Be Missed !
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