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William Golley Obituary
William H. Bill Golley, 75, passed away December 16, 2007, at Sacred Heart Hospital. Born in Catasauqua he was a son of the late Harold Golley and Helen (Krchnavi) Golley of Coopersburg. Bill and his wife Patricia (Infanti) celebrated 40 years of marriage last month. He retired from the former Budget Plan Co. in Allentown in 1982 after many years in financial services. Bill proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Fearless Fire Company and was an avid bowler in the past. Bill loved traveling especially the day trips with his Patsy. He loved having dinner and sharing time with his family, close friends, and his dogs. He was a member of St. Lukes Evangelical Lutheran Church in Allentown. Survivors: Wife; mother; sons, Christopher of Miami, Fla., Keith and wife Rebecca of Allentown; daughter, Valerie wife of Tom Banotai of Allentown; grandchildren, Lisa, Adam, Joel, Andrew, Amber, Heather, and Jacob; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Rhianna; brother, Gary of Allentown; nieces and nephews. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, December at Weber Funeral Home, 1619 Hamilton St. Allentown. Please call from 10 a.m. until time of service. (www.weberfuneralhomes.com). Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in Bills name to Sacred Heart Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Golley
Keith Golley
December 12, 2019
Hello Dad
Its Keith, hard to believe these years have past and not a day goes buy I dont think of you. I'm now 50, hard to believe, I know. Going threw life alone, just doing the same ol' things you have known me to do. Mom is doing well, and looks fantastic at age 81. I know you know all this, because your watching from above. Just wanted to leave a message for myself to reflect back on. And missing you as you know everyday. Love you Dad
Valerie Banotai
November 25, 2008
Dad, today would have been your's and mom's anniversary. Hard to believe that you are not with us today. As we approach Thanksgiving and Christmas it is with a certain sadness because you are not here. So much has happened over the past year some good things some bad. I miss having you to talk to - to get your opinion. I miss our weekly dinners - I miss you. I hold you dear in my heart today and always.
Love
Valerie
Tom Banotai
July 13, 2008
Miss you Bill ! We thought of you much today on what would have been your 76th Birthday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you constanly. Our wonderful memories of all of our family functions will never be forgotten. Taking care of Val and Pat just as you would have wanted. God Bless,
Tom
Valerie & Tom Banotai
July 12, 2008
Happy Birthday Dad. I think of you everyday and miss you so much. I remember fondly all of our weekly dinners and the fun you, mom and I had. Tom and I were just talking today about our dinners at Stahley's and your love of clams. They were happy times that we hold dear in our hearts until we meet again. Love Valerie and Tom.
Gloriajean Mullen
January 15, 2008
Bill will be deeply missed. He was a true friend to everyone he met. I have many great memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Karen McAuley (Curves)
December 28, 2007
Dear Pat and family,
I am saddened hear of your loss.
May your family, friends and those of us you have touched, help you through this difficult time. You are special and loved.
Tom Banotai
December 26, 2007
Merry Christmas Bill!
Missed you so much this holiday season. I know Christmas was always one of your favorite times because you so much looked forward to visiting with your entire family and friends.
Love and continued Blessings,
Tom
Keith Golley
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Dad!,
I Will Miss You So Much On this Day, It Does Not Seem Like Christmas At all, But The Memories We Shared The past 37 Years Live in my memory Forever. I Love You so Much Dad. And miss You Dearly. Your Proud Son.
Valerie Banotai
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Dad. I miss you. I am grateful for the time we had together and I know you are watching over us. You worried so about Joel getting a job - now he has one - he found out Christmas Eve. I thought of you right away when he told me. I knew you would be glad. Love Always
Tony Infanti
December 22, 2007
My sisters husband, my brother-in-law. These are relative terms. Bill was a real brother to me. He was always there for me as a friend or offering advice. He taught me how to drive; he taught me how to drink. He taught me much more.
My sister is the world to me. Often when I would be leaving to return to Florida I would tell Bill to “take care of my sister”. In reality, that was the least of my concerns.
My memories of visiting my sister on Christmas always included her showing us what she received for Christmas, a beautiful dress, a sweater, jewelry. I can remember thinking that is what I wanted when I had a wife and family. I wanted to provide for them as Bill did for his family.
I have been influenced by several men in my life; I can honestly say that Bill helped me become a better man.
Rodney Fritzinger
December 21, 2007
Dear Pat,Chris,Valerie,and Keith,
I was very disheartened to hear about Bill's passing. In my business we have a saying that everyone coming through the door makes us smile: some when they enter; some when they leave. Bill made me smile when he came in the door. I'm going to miss his bantering back and forth, the good-natured ribbing we constantly gave each other. I had a lot of respect for Bill. In spite of whatever his physical condition, he always seemed to revel in the fact that the Good Lord gave him another day on earth. I truly admired him and Pat, for I could see there was a deep and abiding love they had for each other. Well, he's in a place where there is no more pain, suffering, or surgeries to be endured. He's earned his place in heaven for being a good soul and friend to all whose lives he touched. Goodbye and Godspeed my friend!
Nancy and Jack Cusati
December 21, 2007
Dear Pat.
Bill was a wonderful friend and traveling companion Buddy and pal. He always cared about other people and their issues. He will be missed terribly. he will always be in our hearts and minds. and his words or wisdom will always bring smile to our hearts and faces.
Ilove you Patti my sister, Nancy
and Jack We will alwys be here for you
Fred Kleinhenz
December 20, 2007
Dear Pat and Family,
I was so saddened to hear that you lost Bill. He was a loving, kindly person who daily showed all of us what life really is about and how it should be lived. I feel blessed to have known him and will never forget the wonderful difference he made in all the lives he touched.
My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Morales Family
December 20, 2007
To the Golley Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. May God Bless all of you and give you guidance everyday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keith Golley
December 19, 2007
To Mom, My Dads Living Angel On Earth
I Personally Wanted To Thank You For Taking Care Of My Father For All These Years, Loving Him, Caring For Him, Being His Best Friend. My words Can't Express The Love I Have for You Both. Dad Has Always Been My Inspiration, My Teacher, My Idol.
You Could Have Never Asked For A better Man To Have Spent The Last 40 Years With. Valerie, Chris And Myself Could Not Have Asked For A Better Father Then My Dad.
The Most Caring, Giving, Loving Man In The World.
Anyone Who Ever Met My Mom & Dad , Loved Them, Plain And Simple. I could Not Go A Day In Work Without Any One Asking Me "How's Your Mom And Dad"?
The People Both Of You Touched In Even Just One Meeting Was Amazing.
I Am Always So Proud Of You Both, And A Honor To Be Your Son. I could Not Have Ever Dreamed Of Having Parents Like You. Mom, Not Only Are You Dads Living Angel on Earth, But Mine As Well.
I Will Live Up To Promise That I Made To My Dad To Forever Take Care Of You, I will Honor All Those Wises Of His, To My Dying Day.
I Thank You For For Being In The Right Place At The Right Time When You Met Dad. For Marrying Him, Loving Him, Taking Care Of Him For Over 40 Years. And For Giving All Of Us, Valerie, Chris, Myself, The Right To say,"We Have The Greatest Parents In The World."
Thank You Mom, My Angle On Earth, I Love You. Dad,I Will Always, Miss You Everyday For The Rest of My Life, and Dad, Thank You, Thank You For Being My Dad. I Love You.
Your Proud Son, Keith
Andrew Golley
December 19, 2007
Dear Nana,
I know the loss of pop is a real shocker to everyone. He was a good man. One of the most loving, caring, and giving people i have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Words can not truly express how much of a good person he was. Pop, you will forever be missed. I love you!
Tom Banotai
December 19, 2007
Pat, Keith, Chris and Valerie,
We all share in the loss of this wonderful Husband and Father. Bill was such a kind, caring and generous person. It was clear that Bill knew when his time was getting near but he stayed so brave and strong right up until the end. Valerie, you were always there for your Father when ever he needed you. He placed so much faith in your advice and guidance. Keith, I know your Dad loved your company and appreciated all the help you gave him and your Mom with the things around the house they couldn’t do. Chris, toward the end your Dad looked for little things to make him happy and one of those things was the fruit you arranged to have delivered to him. Pat, you truly were his Angel. You took so good care of him throughout the years. The love between the two of you was so evident. Your wonderful care and love pulled Bill through many times in the past but it just wasn’t to be this time. God saw him tiring and spared him of any more pain and suffering. I myself loved and respected Bill and will miss him as we all will. I take refuge in knowing Bill is finally at peace and pain free enjoying God’s company along with my Mom. They know how much we miss them and love them and will be there for us when it is our time to join them in their paradise.
“Since you’ll never be forgotten, I pledge to you today – A hollowed place within my heart is where you’ll always stay”
Son In-Law
Kim Mohr
December 19, 2007
Dear Pat,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We will miss seeing and talking with you both at Dialysis. Take care,
Kim and Jackie Mohr
Norma & Joe Bauer
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat and Family,
Sincere sympathy on the loss of Bill. Are thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time.
Valerie Banotai
December 18, 2007
Dad this past year has been a gift to me. After being sick for so long you were hospitalized last year. I was not sure you would return home. But you did! You, mom and I began having dinner once a week. How we laughed and talked and enjoyed each other's company! We told each other "I Love You". No matter how ill you were you always remembered to ask about those you held dear, your grandchildren,Tom and your extended family the Banotai's. You enjoyed time spent with family and friends. Above all you loved Mom. And boy did she love you! Rest now in peace there is no more pain, no more sorrow at what you can't do. Free from all worldly troubles you can rest knowing that we will be alright. I will miss you until we meet again. The place setting will be empty but you will always be in my heart. Love Always
Misty and Don Wampole
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat and Family- We maybe 1100 miles sway but Bill and You are in our hearts and prayers always.We have shared many good memories and times together thru the years. We are with you in spirit at this difficult time. Love---Misty and Don
Barbara Ziegler
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bill was a pleasure to know and talk with. I met Bill at dialysis and we talked about our family and our lives. He loved you dearly. I will always remember him.
Bridgette Kulp
December 18, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tammy McIlhaney (friend of Lisa Golley)
December 18, 2007
Patsy,
God Bless you and your family in this time of need. I will keep you in my prayers.
kathie talianek
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat, it's been many years since we've seen you and Bill..Bill and Tommy used to come to my house as teen-agers and I remember Bill as a very nice, quiet guy...we were happy when you two found each other and married..Mark & I are sorry for your loss and will remember you in our prayers..Kathie Hoch Talianek
Connie Butler (Hontz)
December 18, 2007
The memories of Sixth Street with the Golley's!!! I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Golley's passing. You will be missed.
Susan (Dotter) SIMONNET
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat and family,
I was so sorry to read of the loss of your husband. May you always remember the many years of happiness you had together and the fulfilment of raising a lovely family. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the coming days.
love,
Maria Hamilton (Morales)
December 18, 2007
Patsy and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Donna Marley
December 18, 2007
Dear Pat,
I am very sorry for your loss. Bill was such a pleasure to know. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you.
Donna
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