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William McInerney Obituary
William R. McInerney, 64, of Middletown, beloved husband of Susan Asermly, passed away suddenly on Monday, March 4th. Born on May 14, 1954 in Middletown, he was the son of Charles McInerney and the late Margaret (Tolette) McInerney. William, better known as "Billy Mac," was a firefighter for Middletown where he served for over 30 years. Billy was a Fire Service Historian throughout his life, fixing old fire trucks and apparatus. Billy was a trustee of the Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society. He was a jack of all trades and a master of all. Sometimes a man of very few words, but he was always listening. We will love and miss you Billy Mac.
Besides his father and wife he is survived by a daughter, Lindsey McInerney, a sister and brother-in-law Judy and Charlie Cecchini, a niece, Erin Cecchini, two step-sons, Donald and Derek Anderson, two step-daughters, Taylor DiDominiscis and Chelsea Asermly.
The funeral will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X church Middletown. Burial will be in the family plot in Minor Cemetery, Middletown. Friends may call at the Coughlin-Lastrina Funeral Home, 491 High St., Middletown on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.
Those who wish may make donations to the Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society, 230 Pine St., Manchester, CT 06040.
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Terry ORourke
February 28, 2021
Think of you often miss you
Justine Hart
March 19, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the McInerney family.
Don Anderson
March 13, 2019
I always enjoyed sharing a joke and a laugh with Billy. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the entire McInerney family.
DAVID VISCONTI
March 10, 2019
Judy,Charlie and the entire McInerney family,
So sorry to hear of Bill's death. I was privileged to meet him while on the job in Middletown. I saw him at many calls and functions and respected him immensely.He was always smiling and always had a kind words. He will be truly missed. Our sincere condolences.
March 10, 2019
Judy - we are so sorry to have just found out about Bill.
We were neighbors for years and he was always the kindest person!
Please know he is in our thoughts and prayers as are you and your family during this time.
With our deepest sympathy -
Bob & Kathy
Gregg Feitel
March 10, 2019
Billy, You will be missed my friend. We had some great times together with you and Kim and her sons. I'll miss you and God speed.
And and Kathy Swift
March 9, 2019
We were very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was a good friend and traveling companion. He shared our passion for fire engines and helped Andy with finding parts for his restoration work. We will miss him very much. He leaves a big hole.
Our hearts and prayers are with his family.
John Robinson
March 9, 2019
Family of Bill,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. May the good Lord be with the family at such a time as this.
George Leonard
March 8, 2019
I couldn't believe when heard bill had passed he was as always when I saw him a few weeks ago. We talked of good times growing up on Middle St. the crazy bikes we built and the "not so safe" buggies he built. I never forgot his laugh while holding on for dear life! to my brother Gerald and me he was a life long friend. To Judy and Charlie and all his family my deepest thoughts and prayers, the Middle St. we knew back then was a very special place.... R.I.P.
Diane Jones Collett
March 8, 2019
Words can not express my sadness for the family. Billy was a wonderful kind man, who would get things done no matter what. Billy, I will always remember your smiling face and kind ways. My condolences to his wife, his father Charlie, sister Judy, Charlie, Erin and daughter Lindsey as well as the step children he influenced along the way. Gone too soon, but forever in your hearts.
Wina
March 8, 2019
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a great person who was not only a friend, but a great snowplower! He will be greatly missed. With Love, Wina
Larry Kowalski
March 7, 2019
Condolences to the family...gone too soon but will be remembered by all his friends and family...Larry and Blanche Kowalski
Mary Ellen and Jerry Leonard
March 6, 2019
Judy and family, so sorry for your loss. My husband had the benefit of growing up with your family and share so many wonderful memories. Bill drove by the day our big oak tree crashed across our driveway, he unselfishly got out his chain saw and helped us clear our path. The world needs more people like Bill, so even keeled and kind! Irish eyes smiling.
March 6, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the MacInerney family. I went to Woodrow Wilson Junior high with Bill. When I was a P.O. in Middletown I often chatted w Mac. I will miss seeing "Mac" on Main St where I often ran into him. A great guy, he will be missed by many!
Sincerely;
Frank(Chick) Faraci
Chick Cubeta
March 6, 2019
My sincere condolences to Bill's wife, children and family. I was heartbroken to hear the tragic news. Though the years had distanced us and we saw each other only once in a while in passing. When we did see each other, after talking, my thoughts would always return to a time in my young life when the Mcinerney family would let me be a barnyard cat on the farm. Billy gave me his friendship, he showed me a young farmer's life and logic, and he and his dad showed me what a work ethic was. That time on the Mcinerney farm, in my young life, are some of my fondest memories growing up. Billy did not suffer fools as the old saying goes. I actually admired that and learned to watch and learn as he so easily figured things out and just did it. I even admired the way he built model cars and raced his slot cars. To his entire family I am eternally grateful to have had the time I had with him, to his mom and dad for letting me be around so much, feeding me, and giving me a ride home, knowing I would be there the next day waiting to see what this day would bring on the farm. My heart is sad because of the saying goodbye to him and the sadness for his family. Yet, if it had not been for his life mine would have been lacking these wonderful memories. I celebrate through tears his life. Chick Cubeta
Tom n Silvia Flynn
March 6, 2019
You are a great man Billy Mac. My condolences to Susan, Judy and Charlie, Charlie Sr. and all the youngsters. That was quite a nice job restoring your 30ft plus antique fire truck. Thanks for helping to clear my lot in 1986. That was a big fire you made. Smile on your face. Gone too soon.
Terry/Wendy O'rourke
March 6, 2019
r i p Bill you will be missed
David Santacroce
March 6, 2019
A good man.
March 6, 2019
Connie&Seb LaRosa
JOHN LOCKWOOD
March 6, 2019
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.BILLY WAS A GOOD MAN.
John Planeta
March 6, 2019
Are thoughts and prayers are with you all at this toughest time . We will always remember him as the nicest guy always helping out with a smile. The Planeta Family
Kathleen Tokarz
March 6, 2019
Bill was a wonderful guy!! Took many a step class with him over the last 20 or so years... He will be missed....
Don Flynn
March 6, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all. God bless..
Bill Fowler
March 5, 2019
Dear Family Members, I wish I knew the magic words to say to take away the pain and hardship the loss of your loved one has brought into your lives.Thoughts and prayers are with you. What a nice guy
Laurence Kowalski
March 5, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to Bills family...Heaven gained another Angel..Karry & Blanche Kowalski
Sue and Ken Perrotti
March 5, 2019
Lighting a candle for a bright light. He was kind thoughtful and a big hearted, not to mention how talented he was.
Our sympathy goes out to Billy Mac's whole family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I hope your memories will help ease your loss.
Jack Sterry
March 5, 2019
Wow Bill! We'll miss you for a long long time! My most sincere sympathy Judy, Lindsey, Susan, Mr. M and the entire family! May Bill's gentle spirit be with you now and always . . . My best always,
Chet Maura
March 5, 2019
Sending thoughts and prayers
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