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WILLIAM VOELKER Obituary
Age 66, of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2014, surrounded by his loving family and friends, after a courageous battle with ALS. Bill was the beloved and loving husband of Frances E. Voelker and the son of the late Mary and Robert Voelker. He was second father of 30 years to Karen (John) Reyher of Jefferson Hills and Jeffrey (Julie) Sousa of Atlanta, GA. He was cherished "PapBoo" to Adam and Rachel Reyher and Corey and Christian Sousa. Bill will be sorely missed by his siblings, Robert (Sandra) Voelker, Paula (John) Lacher, Mary Ellen Voelker (Bob Brown), Nancy (Daryl) Snyder, Joseph (Frances) Voelker, James (Priscilla) Voelker, Gemma (Paul) Churik, and Sharon (Kevin) Phillips; also much loved brother-in-law of Robert (Jacalyn) Kish and Sandra Kish; also survived by many nieces and nephews; and son, Scott (Pam) Voelker; and granddaughters, Brooke and Bethany. Bill was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served in Vietnam and the Color Guard of the Marine Barracks in Washington, D.C., including in the escort of President Eisenhower's funeral cortege. He was a longtime member of the Baldwin Kiwanis, where he was president and treasurer for many years. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas A'Becket Church, on Gill Hall Road, at 10:30 a.m., followed by interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. For those who wish, family suggests donations in Bill's memory to Forbes Hospice, Inpatient Unit at West Penn Hospital, 8th Floor, 4800 Friendship Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 or the Western PA ALS Society, 416 Lincoln Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15209. Please send condolences to:
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ANDREW YAREMKO
June 1, 2018
I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR "BILLY" VOELKER FOR MANY YEARS. UNFORTUNATELY , I THINK THAT THIS IS HIM. I WORKED WITH A BILLY VOELKER AT EQUIBANK IN THE LATE 60'S AND EARLY 70'S. HE WAS PART OF MY GROOMSMEN AT PATTI AND MY WEDDING ON JUNE 3, 1972. HE WAS A MARINE VET OF VIETNAM AND I AM AN ARMY VET. WHAT A TIME WE HAD BACK THEN. SO PLEASE ACCEPT MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE VOELKER FAMILY AND MAY THE LORD BRING YOU CONTINUED PEACE.
Jim and Donna Ludwig
February 18, 2015
Dear Fran,
You may not remember us but we knew you and Bill through the East Liberty Kiwanas. We both enjoyed his easy laugh and willingness to help anyone. We were so sad to hear of his passing and will keep you and the rest of your family in our prayers.
Amy Stangel
August 29, 2014
Dear Fran and Family,
I worked closely with Bill at the Credit Union since he started there. What always amazed me was his uncanny ability to sniff out the Bad Eggs. He was an all around wonderful person and will be missed by all. May he Rest In Peace.
Palma Warner
August 28, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to Bill's family. I first met Bill when our CEO asked me to sit in on an interview. He was easy to talk to and I thought good for the credit union. He replaced me when I retired. I never worked much with him but of course liked him. He and I were VPs of the credit union when we only had one VP that assisted the CEO. Anytime I would see him, we always had many good conversations. He will be missed and it makes me sad to see he was not retired very long. I am praying that the good memories you have will get you through these trying times. May he rest in piece.
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Hazel Cressler
August 27, 2014
Bill's presence here at the credit union has been sorely missed and my heart goes out to his family and friends. He had a kind soul and always a smile. I instantly knew the mornings that Bill was off because his particular mix of two coffee packages was not sitting in the coffee pot. I truly miss the coffee that could peel paint because I know it means that Bill won't be back. Rest in peace, Bill and my thoughts and prayers go out to those who loved him.
Sondra Taylor
August 26, 2014
I will never forget the many things I learned from Bill. No one could ever fill his spot here at work or in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. Rest with God Bill
-Sondra Taylor
Bill's Retirement from Allegent
Rhonda Thomas
August 25, 2014
Fran,
The memories of our co-worker are full. His pragmatic wisdom and humor always came with a smile that reached to your heart. We will never again be able to hear the song “Marry me Bill”, by Marilyn Macoo, as he confused her with the artist Roberta Flack, without smiling. Phyllis Edwards and myself would like to extend our hopes that God's love enfold you and your family at this time.
Gabe & Michel Kish
August 25, 2014
Franny we were so shocked to hear of Bill's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. He will be missed. Love Gabe and Michele
Linda and Glenn Paiano
August 25, 2014
Bob, Sandy and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Gabler
August 25, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Voelker family. RIP Bill ... Semper Fi
August 25, 2014
My condolences to the family-worked with Bill-he was so very helpful--a truly good guy
Rocky
Kim Nedz
August 25, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He was a great asset to me when we both worked for the credit union. Prayers go out to his family.
Paul Fisher
August 24, 2014
Voelker Family, You have my deepest sympathy of the passing of your loved one.Knew bill at credit union and worked with his dad at the postal service.Bill was always willing to go the extra yard for others. GOD BLESS
linda voelker
August 24, 2014
I'm so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I remember him as he was over 30 years ago, a twinkle in his eye, an easy smile, a quick wit. It's always so difficult to say goodbye to those we love, but I believe with all that I am, we'll meet again at our own journey's end. God bless...Linda Voelker
Donn Nemchick
August 24, 2014
Bill was my boss at Equibank, Midtown office, he was very helpful to me and also helped me readjust to civilian life as we were both Vietnam veterans. Semper Fi Marine and rest in peace.
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