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William "bill" Wray

1960 - 2017

William "bill" Wray obituary, 1960-2017, Rochester, MI

BORN

1960

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township

54880 Van Dyke

Shelby Township, Michigan

William Wray Obituary

WRAY

WILLIAM "BILL" Age 56. January 27, 2017. Beloved son of Diana Frantz and the late James (Barbara) Wray. Dearest brother of Eric (Kimberly) Frantz, Marcelle (Timothy) Rice, Lynnette (Michael) Short, Randall (Sheila) Frantz, Laura Wray, and the late Steven Wray. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Bill was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 11:00 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Donations are welcome to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at

WujekCalcaterra.com.

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Published by Detroit Free Press & The Detroit News on Jan. 29, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Jay Narke

November 14, 2022

Bill was my roommate during US Navy Training. We had many a laugh and good time. He traveled home with me for Christmas one year in New Jersey. He was a stand up guy. He will be missed.

Ron Shepard

February 1, 2021

It would be great if any friends or family could contact me and tell Me about Bills life after he left the navy . I'm just looking to feel closer to the man I've been missing for 30 years . Contact info. [email protected] or ph.no.(619)890-6437 I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone!

ronald shepard

February 1, 2021

I hope you had a happy life Bill its already been 30 years since I last saw you .you'll forever be in my heart

I just learned of Bills passing today 01/31/2021 I met bill here in San Diego while he was still in the Navy ,we kept in to keep fo a few years after he returned home but lost touch some years ago .I've tried to find him over the years on face book until

Ron Shepard

January 31, 2021

I just learned of Bills passing today 01/31/2021 I met bill here in San Diego while he was still in the Navy ,we kept in to keep fo a few years after he returned home but lost touch some years ago .I've tried to find him over the years on face book until today when I googled him and found his obituary .I've been missing him for years! I still keep the letters he wrote me while he was overseas on the ship and the wrapper from the bouquet of flowers he gave me day he left for home . Odd I know . But he left a huge impression on me and I cherish those memories still . There's always been a place in my heart for Bill and now that place is a hole . My sincere condolences to his family and friends, today is a very sad day !

Terry Whitt

January 31, 2017

Mrs Frantz and family I am so sorry for your loss I grew up and played football with Bill. He was a tough but humble fun guy to grow up with. A team player and we loved him memories of the 77-78. Fair Winds and seas Bill Terry L Whitt (USMC) ret..

Kraig Williamson

January 30, 2017

Rest In Peace my dear friend. You will be missed.

Patrick Caplis

January 30, 2017

"Fair Winds and following seas." Your Family is in our hearts and prayers.
Patrick J. Caplis ( USMC)

Jennifer Wray

January 30, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the entire Family. I will always cherish my memories of Bill full of life and the fun times we had.
From the fire works in my front yard when he got out of the Navy to the neighborhood Bar-B-Qs we had almost every weekend. Steve and Brother Bill were a big part of my life and I will miss them forever. I am grateful to have shared my life with such a loving family. I find comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain and with the ones who have gone before us. God bless you all and keep you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Steve and Bobbie Hautsch

January 29, 2017

With our sympathy

Keith and Amira Frantz

January 29, 2017

We offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your son and brother. You and your family are in our prayers

Dave Wandeloski

January 29, 2017

Mrs Frantz and family - I am so sorry to hear the news that Bill passed away. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and the rest of the family. His old friend Wando

Pat & Christina Angott

January 29, 2017

Marci and Tim, please extend our prayers to the whole family, especially Diana. We will keep all of you in our thoughts.

Dennis Barnett

January 28, 2017

Diana,sorry for your loss my friend.I can't fathom your sorrow.

Becky Hall

January 28, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for his family for healing and peace. Please hug your Momma for me

Robin Brown

January 28, 2017

My heart goes out to Bill's Mother Diana and the rest of his family. Sending prayers and hugs from Texas. God speed Bill!

The Wujek-Calcaterra Family

January 29, 2017

May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.

Terry Ciotti

January 28, 2017

Marci and Tim,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Sending prayers your way.
God Bless you in your time need.
Terry and Heather

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township

54880 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

Jan

29

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons

54480 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

Jan

30

Service

11:00 a.m.

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons

54480 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

Jan

30

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township

54880 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

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54880 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

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