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William Franklin "Bill" Threadgill Sr.
1924 - 2008
FUNERAL HOME
555 West Amador
Las Cruces, New Mexico
William Threadgill Obituary
He was 83 years old. He was born to Burl and Helen Threadgill on June 5, 1924 in El Paso, TX where he was raised as a descendent of an old ranching family that settled in the El Paso area in the late 1800's. Bill graduated from Ysleta High School in El Paso and joined the US Marine Corps at 17, the day after graduation. He was engaged in several major battles in the Pacific during World War II and was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious achievement on Iwo Jima.
When he returned from the war, Bill attended the University of Tampa where he studied art. He moved back to El Paso and went to work for State Farm Insurance Co as a field claims specialist and worked in the El Paso and Las Cruces area until his retirement after 23 years.
Bill continued to enjoy painting southwestern landscapes and had his paintings exhibited at many showings. He also enjoyed traveling around the country in his motor home. He was a lifetime member of the El Perro Diablo Detachment of the Marine Corps League and participated in their ceremonies.
Bill is survived by his sons, Bill, Jr and wife Jane; Burl and wife Judy; Jim and wife Yolanda; and his daughter, Helen Ortiz and husband John; his grand children Michelle, Jimmy, Elliott, Christopher, Adam, Clayton, Lacy and Corinne and 3 great-grand children. He is also survived by his twin sister, Pat Brown, his younger sister Nancy Teat and his x-wife and dear friend, Eloisa Mestas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A visitation will be on Sunday, February 17 from 6pm to 8pm at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home , 555 W. Amador Ave. A graveside service will be held at 2pm on Monday, February 18, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz- Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador Las Cruces, New Mexico. To send condolences visit www.lapaz-grahams.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Lea Ann Mulloy
March 7, 2008
Dearest Threadgill Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss is extended to you all. I still have a picture Bill gave to Jimmy and me, but it has basically been destroyed by time, trauma, dust, humidity, moving, and fire. I can't seem to let go of the Organ Mountains, and the beautiful color. Thanks for being there for Christopher and Audrey.
Love always, Lea Ann
Jack & LaDon Stewart
February 25, 2008
My only uncle. Loved him so much. My sympathies to all his children and grandchildren.
Delia Regalado
February 18, 2008
I remember your father from when he worked as a security guard for the Child Support office. He was a very sweet man and always had plenty of stories to share with us. My deepest and sincere sympathy goes out to all of you and I will keep him and you in my prayers.
Mike Casey
February 17, 2008
Mr. Threadgill,
Sir, as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the USMC during WW II-especially at Iwo Jima. It was the history and accomplishments made by you and your fellow Marines back then that all of us Marines who followed in your footsteps have always tried to live up to. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deeepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89
Carola Griffin
February 17, 2008
Jimmy, Christopher, and Michelle, I was sorry to hear about your dad's/grandfather's passing. I send you all my deepest sympathy. I remember your dad/grandfather, and appreciated his art. May God bless you, and keep you in the palm of his hand. Love you! (Aunt) Carola
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