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1927
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2024
Bill Post Obituary
Bill Post was the inventor of Pop-Tarts.
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JH
February 12, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending sincere condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Pop-Tarts was a huge part of my childhood growing up.
Tony
March 30, 2024
To the family, many, many friends, and fans to one of Post's inventor. Mr. Bill Post was the inventor of Pop-Tarts. We will miss Mr. Bill Post's presence and his many contributions to his community and toy industry. May the love and the special memory you shared and cherish with him show just how much your life was touched by him. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Bill Post. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Bill Post. He will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.
CA
February 21, 2024
My condolences to the family and friends of Bill Post . What a wonderful creative person who will be missed . As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family ,friends , our Heavenly Father .
Pamela M Parker
February 15, 2024
Memories of Bill every day that I have a pop tart. Thank you Bill for making a difference in everyone who shares in his legacy. . God bless this family and friends everywhere. This is a sad moment in life, but Bill will forever be remembered by Everyone whom enjoys the pastry he invented. Sincerely, Pamela Parker
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Shelly lopresti
February 15, 2024
Thank you for years of smiles!
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RB
February 15, 2024
My all time favorite breakfast pastry. A brilliant idea from a brilliant and creative mind. Sincere condolences to the Post family. May God be with you as you endure this difficult time of your loss.
Sheldon McCormick
February 14, 2024
Great treat/snack. Strawberry, chocolate fudge nd chocolate in vanilla icing were my favorites Pop Tarts since he mid 1960s. I'll eat some in your memory, Mr. Post. Thanks.
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