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William Bunnell Obituary
1940 - 2026
South Hadley
William P. Bunnell, 85, passed away January 8, 2026. He was born on October 10, 1940 in Holyoke, MA to the late William and Caroline (Underdorfel) Bunnell. Bill attended Holyoke Trade School where he learned machinist skills and continued this trade following his graduation. A short time later, Bill began a longtime career as a cable splicer for the telephone company from which he retired. Bill was also a lifetime member of the Holyoke Elks Lodge #902.
Bill will be missed by his wife of 54 years, Viola (Willette) Bunnell; their daughters, Amy Williams and husband Mark, and Mollie Kay Jewett and husband Craig; grandchildren, Liam & Eliza Williams, and Jackson & Violet Jewett. He also leaves behind his siblings, Bonnie Alden and husband George, Cheryl Lengieza and husband Paul, PD Bunnell and wife Mary, Louise Bevan and husband Jim, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Beers & Story South Hadley Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory can be made to the American Heart Association by visiting www.heart.org. Bill was a lifelong blood donor; consider donating blood in his honor.
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Meg Greaney
January 15, 2026
Vi, Amy, Mollie, and families,
So very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the echoes of Bundles´ laughter and the warmth of his love.
Meg Greaney and family
Ellen Pecia
January 14, 2026
Vi, Amy,Mollie, so sorry for your loss. Great photo of Bundles and his big grin. May all the happy memories bring everyone he leaves behind comfort in the days ahead.
Ellen and Jim Pecia and family
American Heart Association
January 14, 2026
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Dan & Cindy Smigiel
January 14, 2026
We will miss seeing Bill on Thursdays.Such a fun,happy man.So sad for your loss
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Bob Connon
January 13, 2026
Vi, Barbara and I are at such a loss for words, please accept our deepest condolences.
Jackie Rhonemus
January 13, 2026
As a child growing up and spending time at the Bunnells house for Girl Scouts or hanging out with friends, Mr. Bunnell was always the friendly and fun guy you loved to see and chat with. He was like Santa Clause always joyful and liked to joke. And who could forget the landline phones in EVERY room, was such a novelty back then!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they journey through this mourning process. He will be missed deeply, by many, I am sure.
Paul Zimakas, The Villages, FL
January 13, 2026
Viola,
Sorry to read of Bill's passing. His memory will continue.
Respectfully,
Ron Stearns
January 13, 2026
Billy was a very happy guy.And other felt the same while in his company.I worked with Billy at the old phone company many years back. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Gayle & Rod
January 13, 2026
Vi, Amy, Molly So sorry for your loss. Please know your family is in our prayers. Sharing memories with loved ones is a beautiful thing.
Bob Chapin
January 13, 2026
I worked with Bill at the phone company , a great guy and fun to be around , all of my condolences !
Bill & Kathy woz
January 12, 2026
Our deepest Sympathy to Vi & her family. He will be sadly missed at Friday morning coffee
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