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William Rolli Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 9, 2023, at the age of 73, William D. Rolli passed away peacefully at his home in Greenfield, Wisconsin. Bill grew up in South Amherst, Ohio; son of William A. and Helen J. Rolli. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy.He was loved and cherished by many people including the love of his life, Nancy J. Rolli; his children, Christina R. Williams (Robert) and William J. Rolli (Rebecca Sanders); his grandchildren, Trysten Williams (Harlee), Ransom Williams, Gillian Rolli and Veronica Rolli; his brother, Michael Rolli (Carol); brothers-in-law, Frank Shannon (Pamela), Bernard Shannon, Charles Shannon (Janice) and John Shannon (Millie); and sisters-in-law, Diana Vogel and Mary Wolfram.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association or charity of your choice in memory of Bill. A memorial service will be held in Amherst, Ohio sometime in June.

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Published by The Morning Journal from Jan. 13 to Jan. 15, 2023.

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Jim and Janet Gauger

January 19, 2023

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bill was always so kind and had a smile.

Harold and Sandy Pearson

January 17, 2023

So sorry for your loss, Nan and family. We will always remember Bill´s fun nature, most of all gatherings on our decks in warm weather enjoying his company. He truly will be missed.
Nan & family you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love, Sandy and Harold Pearson

Fred Stephens

January 17, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to family and friends. You all are in my prayers.

American Heart Association

January 16, 2023

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Allsop Dick

January 14, 2023

We played hard as kids...basketball in his drive all day Saturdays and sledding on his backyard hill...he was a good friend...so sorry to hear of his passing...God's blessings and peace to his family

David & Celeste Carpenter

January 14, 2023

Bill will be remembered for his kindness and willingness to help. He will be missed.

Chari Cameron Horvath

January 14, 2023

Condolences to Bill´s family. Remember him well from school. Always such a nice guy. Sending prayers.

Fred Stephens

January 13, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Don Jones

January 13, 2023

Enjoyed knowing Bill and playing football with him. RIP my friend

Ann (Mileti) Jenkins

January 13, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Words do not express how saddened we are. Your South Amherst cousins Patricia (Lynch) Baier and Ann(Mileti) Jenkins.

Pat & Shelly Cook

January 13, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
he was a great person and co-worker, we had a lot of good times together. We send prayers to the family.

Jim Truskot and family

January 13, 2023

Bill was a kind and beautiful spirit. We enjoyed many laughs together and I always enjoyed our time as coworker and friend. Our condolences to Nan and family. RIP

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