Willem Betts Dekking

We worked with Bill at the Sentinel, one of our fondest memories was hiking in Big Sur, camping on the beach! To this day that hike is one of my favorite hikes of all times, thank you Bill for showing us the beauty of Big Sur! Sending love to Bill's family, even though we lost contact over the years, we still think of him regularly and will never forget him. Fly free with the ravens Bill
Debbie and Bill Patrick

Stephanie, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad We bought our first home from you guys on Jigger Dr. and were very happy there. We were lucky enough to inherit Viva as you guys had to find her a home because you left for NZ. She was by far the best dog I have ever had. She had many more happy years with us and was a great companion for my son who was born there. I never forgot you guys as your Mom and Dad were so nice to us. You were a little girl then and its unreal to see your pics on FB. :) My deepest condolences to all of you. Its hard to lose a parent, I know. I hope you find peace soon.

Bill Dekking Loving Husband, Devoted Father, Friend to many, Conservationist, Athlete, Artist, Philosopher. Bill was my husband and closest friend for 33 years, Loving Step Father to my Daughter Natasha Graf, Devoted Friend to so many, he lived life with Grace and Courage, never complaining even during the last two years when he was so very ill. He was a lovely soul with a kind heart, I miss him deeply, he had a very Full and Wonderful Life, full of Adventure and Love, I feel so very fortunate to have been a part of it. Soar among the Stars Bill, until we meet again..

"Grieve not
nor speak of me with tears,
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you...
I loved you so --
'twas Heaven here with you."

by Isla Paschal Richardson

I worked with Bill at the Sentinel for many years, he was serving his apprenticeship in the composing room and I was serving mine in the press room.
He will be missed but not forgotten