William M. "Billy" Stinson Jr.

1961 - 2019

William M. "Billy" Stinson Jr. obituary, 1961-2019, Nazareth, PA

William M. "Billy" Stinson Jr.

1961 - 2019

BORN

1961

DIED

2019

William Stinson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 16, 2019.
William M. "Billy" Stinson, Jr., 58, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in Lehigh Valley Hospice, of Allentown. He was the husband of Joanne (Kositz) Stinson, they celebrated 28 years of marriage on April 6th. William was born on June 12, 1961 in Brooklyn, NY. He was the son of William M. Stinson, Sr., of Walden, NY and the late Carol (Seifert) Stinson. Billy worked for Star Energy as a salesman until this October. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church, of Bethlehem. William was a longtime soccer and softball coach for Bethlehem Twp. He was an avid Mets and Knicks fan. Billy loved music and often enjoyed going to concerts. He especially loved Bruce Springsteen. In addition to his wife and father, William is deeply missed by daughter, Hannah Stinson, of Cincinnati, OH; brother, Michael Stinson, of Walden, NY; sisters-in-laws, Mary Ann Christensen and husband Gregory, of Schnecksville, Donna Thiemer, and husband John, of Mountainside, NJ. Nieces and nephews, Patrick, Michael & Meagan Christensen, John & Katie Thiemer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 11:00 AM in Sacred Heart Church of Bethlehem, 1817 1st St., Bethlehem, PA 18020. Family and friends may gather in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home Inc. 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064 on Sunday from 5:00-7:00 PM and Monday from 9:00-10:00 AM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stand Up To Cancer, https://standuptocancer.org/, or to Stand Up For Heroes, http://sufh.bobwoodrufffoundation.org/, in William's memory. Online condolences may be offered at www.jfreichelfuneralhome.com

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November 10, 2024

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June 12, 2024

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June 11, 2024

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MICHAEL STINSON

November 10, 2024

Billy, another year has passed and I will never ever forget you. I really miss you so much. It doesn't get better with time. Truly heartbroken. Your brother, Michael.

Bob Shea

June 12, 2024

Happy Birthday Bill - thanks for watching over all of us each day. We are all Blessed to have you as our Guardian Angel. Think of you today and every day.

Michael c stinson

June 11, 2024

Happy birthday Billy. Another year goes by and you are very missed by me and your family. Always thinking of you, everyday. Love you very much your brother Michael. And lisa.

Scott Roberts

November 10, 2023

Bill - I still think of you often and miss our friendship. The concerts we went to together and the laughs we shared at work are some of my favorite memories. Until we meet again my dear friend. Scott

Bill - Standing on top of the world at Snowbasin, Utah. Never realized that those days would come and go so quickly. Miss you Willie! Continue to watch over all of us. Thanks for being my friend. Bob

Bob Shea

November 10, 2023

Michael

November 12, 2021

Another year gone. I miss you very much. Never forgotten. Your brother Michael.

Bob Shea

November 12, 2020

An excerpt from "A Friend's Greeting" by Edgar A. Guest:

I'm wishing at this time that I could but repay
A portion of the gladness that you've strewn along my way

And could I have one wish this year, this only would it be:
I'd like to be the sort of friend that you have been to me.

Bill - you, Joanne and Hannah are in my thoughts and prayers every day. Keep a watch over us all - you are truly missed old friend.

Happy Birthday Bill. Miss you!

Bob Shea

June 12, 2020

Happy Birthday Bill. You are truly missed. I was blessed to have you as a friend.

Scott Roberts

November 22, 2019

Dear Joanne, Hannah and family,
I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Bill's passing. Bill was such a special man. Really a force of nature. We had times together I think about often and while we spoke and saw each other too infrequently, his friendship has been dear to me since we met over 30 years ago. I will miss him.
Prayers and love to you.
Scott Roberts

Snowbasin, Utah

Bob Shea

November 21, 2019

I'm going to miss you old friend. The countless hours spent driving to and from our favorite ski areas or riding the chairlifts discussing every facet of life is what I'll miss most. It wasn't the skiing that made those weekends so enjoyable, it was your company and friendship. Rest in peace Billy.

Nancy DeGennaro

November 19, 2019

Rest in Peace my dear Cousin. You will be truly missed
Love you !!

November 19, 2019

Joanne,
My deepest sympathy to you and your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Lisa Weiner

clare silfies

November 19, 2019

JoanneI know it has been a long time but i just found out about the passing of your husband. I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Clare

Doug & Sue Hall

November 18, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa Fahringer

November 18, 2019

Joanne, Hannah and Stinson Family:

Please accept our heartfelt thoughts of sympathy in the passing of Billy. We haven't seen you in many years since Hannah and Marysa were in OLH hanging out together! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time.

Lisa & Marysa Fahringer

Jim & Colleen Pfeister

November 17, 2019

Joanne, Hannah, Michael and Bill,

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Please find Peace and comfort from happy times and memories.
God Bless.

Sheri, Dave, Ashley, and Chris Eichlin

November 17, 2019

We are deeply saddened to hear the news about Bill. He was a great Coach to Ash, and a wonderful friend to all of us. We will always think of him when we hear a Springsteen song. JoAnn and Hannah, you will be in our thoughts. May the happy memories you shared with Bill bring you comfort.

Glen Ferrera

November 17, 2019

Joanne and Hannah I am shocked and so sorry for your loss. Bill and I would usually talk once a year or so. He used to call me when he was on the road and we would chat like we had only talked the day before. He taught me how to be a good coach and was an all around good guy. Although we hadn't spoken in a while, I truly will miss him.

Eileen & Howard Kutzler

November 16, 2019

Joanne & Hannah - so sorry to learn of your loss - you're in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Michael Stinson

November 16, 2019

Billy, my heart is broken. Please rest in peace

Michael Stinson

November 16, 2019

BILLY, MY HEART IS BROKEN AND WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU! , MY BROTHER I PROMISED YOU I WILL TAKE CARE OF HANNAH AND LOVE HER VERY MUCH! I WANT YOU TO REST IN PEACE! I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. YOU'RE BROTHER MICHAEL.

Donna Reed

November 15, 2019

Joanne and Hannah and family,
My deepest condolences. The short time I had taking care of Bill on my unit was a blessing for me. Bill was a proud man, husband and father. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I pray that your many beautiful memories bring you comfort and peace. May God bless you all and keep you in his care. Rest in Peace Bill. Fly high and continue to watch over Hannah and Joanne.

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