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William Ambrose Obituary

William P. Ambrose Nov. 30, 1952 - May 29, 2006 Former resident of Lafayette Bill Ambrose passed away from a massive stroke. He was 53 years old. Bill resided in Lafayette for most of his life and moved to Willows several years ago. Bill graduated from Acalanes High School and attended college for two years. He was Music Director and Pastor for several Bay Area Assembly of God churches. He is survived by his mother, Betty Ambrose of Willows, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Graveside services will be Saturday, June 10 at 1 p.m. at Oakmont Memorial Park, Lafayette.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Jun. 8, 2006.

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Linda Carroll & family

June 10, 2006

Bill and I shared ministry at Springbrook Assembly of God and Alamo Christian Assembly churches. He was our choir director, and singles ministry leader; I was pastor's secretary at the time. Bill was a good friend and had a heart for the hurting. I think he desired to bring people closer to the Lord, and wanted people to open up fully to all the depths of that relationship. He is where we all desire to be; in permanent and constant communion. My heart goes out to Betty, Don and all of Bill's dear ones.

Jan Ostrander (McCulloch)

June 8, 2006

I have so many wonderful memories of Pastor Bill. I credit him with my still being a Christian to this day. He spent many hours making sure that I was well grounded and secure in my faith. He was also a very good friend, and will be missed by many. Atleast until we meet again. One of my favorite fun memories of Bill is when he stuck the suction cup for a small basketball hoop to his forehead, and when he removed it, there was a hickey like bruise, the perfectly round shape of the suction cup right in the center of his forehead that lasted for quite a while. We used to joke that it was a symbol of the annointing of the Holy Spirit. We did so many outreaches, and attended so many different functions, concerts etc...The memories will continue. I am very thankful to have known him this side of Heaven, and I look forward to seeing him there. Betty, may God bless you, and strengthen you as you continue on here with us for the time being. I love you too.

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