Dr. William Ator Sansing

Dr. William Ator Sansing was born on September 28, 1938, in Crockett, Texas, to William Benjamin Sansing and Melba Jocelyn Ator. He lived a life grounded in faith, family, and service, and his impact will be felt for generations to come.

Memorial service will be at 4:00 PM, Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at First Baptist Church, 1208 S. Tyler. Interment will be private in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors. 

Bill began his education at Amarillo College and continued on to Texas Tech University. He graduated from the University of Houston’s School of Optometry, where he was a proud member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. After several years of practicing optometry in Amarillo, Bill met the love of his life, Betty Ann Troutman Eppinette. It was he who lovingly created the nickname “BA.” The two were married on September 12, 1970, and together they raised five children. In 1972, they began introducing their family to the ranching lifestyle, a passion that brought Bill great joy. He found deep purpose in stewarding the land and working alongside his family.

Bill dedicated over 50 years to his profession, becoming a partner in what is now Advanced Eye Care in Amarillo. His devotion to his patients, colleagues, and community was unwavering.

A man of deep faith, Bill was a long-standing member of First Baptist Church of Amarillo before later transferring his membership to First Baptist Church of Clarendon, where he served as a deacon for many years. He also served on the Board of Regents for Clarendon College, reflecting his commitment to education and community service. Bill also held leadership roles in numerous organizations, including serving as a board member for both the Panhandle Optometric Society and the Texas Optometric Association. He was a former president of the Will Rogers Range Riders and an active member of the Westerners History Club. Through the Lions Club, he made it a mission to provide children in need with glasses and eye care, embodying his generous spirit.

To know Bill was to know kindness, integrity, and devotion. He was truly a servant of the Lord, his family, his friends, and his patients.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his son William Barry Sansing. He is survived by his wife, BA, his daughters Lynn Hawkins and Shelley Womble. His sons Mark Sansing and wife Jo; Billy Sansing and wife Caron; daughter in law Jackie Sansing, as well as 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.