Bill Dennison Obituary
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William A. Dennison, 70, of Watson Creek Road, Lindley, NY, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026 at Corning Hospital.
Bill was born in Chatham, Massachusetts on April 6, 1955, the son of the late Emery B. and Mabel B. (Knapton) Dennison. He attended Addison Central School.
On September 8, 1973, Bill and the former Sandra K. Jackson were married at the Tuscarora Baptist Church. Sandy survives.
Bill was employed by Cameron Manufacturing in Horseheads as a welder with over 30 years of active employment at the time of his retirement. He was a classic car lover and was usually found in his garage working on restoring his latest acquisitions. His garage space was referred to as "his house" as so much of his free time was spent there. He was a very talented mechanic and auto body man.
He was the most selfless, hardworking man and did whatever he could for those he loved. Sandy and Bill shared a long, loving marriage through every season of life. He was beyond proud of all of his great grandkids and did whatever he could to be able to be a part of their lives. He lit up anytime they were around.
Everyone is going to miss his stubborn ways and being able to go to him for a good chat and laugh. Bill was still a kid at heart and never missed an opportunity to rev up his latest project and spin the tires coming out of the garage.
Bill is survived by his wife Sandy at home as well as his son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Sara Dennison of York, PA, his grandchildren, Marissa Dennison (Dylan Benjamin), Sydney Rose (Blake) Updyke, Koby (Kayla) Dennison, Kennidy Dennison (Jason Bourlew), Lydia Dennison, Natalee Dennison, Julianna Dennison and Brynlee Dennison, great grandchildren, Lane Benjamin, Everliegh Dennison, Cole Dennison and Rori Scott Updyke, several nieces and nephews and a host of dear friends.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Emery and Mable Dennison, his son, Scott Dennison who died June 19, 2004 and his siblings, Janet Stiles, Pearl Pettit, Edward Dennison, Margaret Robbins, Bonnie Harrington and Linda Bogart.
The family will hold a memorial gathering at a later time.
Arrangements are with the H.P. Smith & Son Funeral Home in Woodhull.
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Lewis Hill
February 1, 2026
Bill was a great person to work with. I will always remember is joking before getting serious at work. He was a great supervisor and mentor.
Sally Heffner
January 25, 2026
I had the pleasure of working with Billy at Cameron. Billy was the hardest worker, a very smart man, and was kind always. He was a talented fabricator and supervisor. Billy always did what was right and stood up for others. I can remember him smiling extra big when he talked about his wife, Sandy, and his grandkids. He loved his family deeply. My deepest condolences to his family. Billy was one of a kind and will be missed.
Mike Peckham
January 19, 2026
I worked with Billy for many years, and would not be where I'm at today without knowing him. Billy was a great mentor to many over the years and instilled a strong work ethic in many. Billy will be deeply missed by many. So sorry for your loss. Love you Billy
Frank Laviola
January 18, 2026
Frank Laviola
Bill was my first hire at Cameron. Bill set the bar for all the hires that follwed,and pretty much insured that Cameron would be successful. Bill was a great leader and mentor to many of his co-workers. He had the respect of everyone he worked with. My condolences to Sandy and his whole family. We all lost a truly great man.
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Marc mosier
January 18, 2026
Bill was a great mentor and friend. Sorry for your loss.
Richard Valentine
January 17, 2026
Bill will be missed, he cared about quality and was a great guy, really was blessed to have known him.
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Jeff Edwards
January 17, 2026
Billy used to be my Supervisor at Cameron. He taught me so much and was a great mentor. I will always appreciate the time I worked with him and will miss him.
He was a good man.
Kenneth Antes
January 17, 2026
Worked with him for years at Cameron what a grate man he will be missed.
Cindy Alexander
January 17, 2026
Bill we will miss our Saturday visits You will be missed so very much. But we know you are with Scott. Till we see you again. Sending hugs and prayers to Sandy and family. Love Fred & Cindy
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