William J. Smith

On May 25, 2021, William "Bill" John Smith, of Parrish, FL (formerly of Philadelphia), peacefully passed away at the age of 57 in the arms of his beloved wife.  Bill was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and a proud graduate of The Temple University.  Bill enjoyed watching and critiquing all Philadelphia sports, being a dedicated athlete, and above all being a coach on and off the field.  He was lovingly known as "C Bill" and  "My favorite Uncle."  Bill loved sitting by a campfire, blasting his favorite music with his beverage of choice, in the company of family and friends.  Bill was always the life of the party and truly was a people person.  The greatest title he's ever held was "Pops".  Bill is survived by his devoted wife Catherine Smith, daughter Nicole Smith, son-in-law William Butler, son William "Bubba" Smith, daughter-in-law Jeanine Codi-Dirienzo, grandson Liam Smith, his parents Margaret and Kenneth Smith, brothers Kenneth Smith (wife Lara), Michael Smith (wife Daniela).  Brother-in-law to Charles Pembroke, Dorothy Greenhaugh, Christine Pembroke, Anna and Chalie Ritter, Bernadette and Charles Sininan, Joseph and Cheryl Pembroke, and James Pembroke.  Uncle of 29 nephews and nieces and great uncle to 9 nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, help contribute to Bill's grandson education fund.   Please make checks payable to: Liam M. Smith Memo Line: Account # 9002624265 Mailed to: Florida 529 Savings Plan PO Box 31483 Tampa, FL 33631-3483  and would be greatly appreciated by his family. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Thursday June 3rd from 9AM to 10AM in St. Martha's Church 11301 Academy Road. His funeral mass will begin at 10AM and his interment will be held privately. Arrangements by McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes funerals and cremations of Torresdale Avenue, John J. Barnes Supervisor 215-333-0500. Please share your fondest memories of Bill at PhillyFunerals.com