William Patrick "Bill" Coomes

William Patrick "Bill" Coomes obituary, Evansville, IN

William Patrick "Bill" Coomes

William Coomes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Browning Funeral Home - Evansville on Mar. 12, 2025.
William "Bill" Patrick Coomes, 77, of St. Wendel, Indiana, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital.
Bill was born in Evansville, Indiana on January 9, 1948 to the late William and Mary (Purdy) Coomes. He was a 1966 graduate of Mater Dei High School. Bill honorably served in Vietnam as a cook in the United States Army. He retired from Whirlpool after 44 years when the company left Evansville. In his free time, Bill enjoyed playing clabber, watching western movies, and listening to country music. He was also an excellent cook. Above all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed.
Bill is survived by his wife of 45 years, Dwan (Sabel) Coomes of St. Wendel, IN; daughter, Mary Coomes of Evansville, IN; sons, James Coomes (Amy) of Evansville, IN and Patrick Coomes (Mary) of St. Wendel, IN; siblings, Mike Coomes, Margaret Barrett (Joe), James Coomes, Jeannie Coomes, and Helen Coomes; grandsons, Ian and Samuel Coomes; and several beloved step-siblings, nieces, and nephews.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Robert and Lawrence Coomes.
A celebration of Bill's life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the United States Department of Veteran's Affairs by going online to www.va.gov.
Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.
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March 29, 2025

Linda Koressel posted to the memorial.

March 12, 2025

Angela Temme posted to the memorial.

March 12, 2025

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Linda Koressel

March 29, 2025

My sincere sympathy to "Willie´s" family. I also Graduated from Mater Dei in 1966. I remember him as a nice person ..Anytime I saw him around town he always spoke and made sure I had met his wife ( who he was with)
perpetual light shine upon him, may he have eternal rest in peace

Angela Temme

March 12, 2025

Dwan & family
I became acquainted with all of you when we moved in next to your parents Walt & Katie. Willie (which is what we called William) was always friendly & kind. I used to see Willie at the IGA in North Park when we both were shopping. I also would see you two together at Walmart (always together). He was a great guy! May God help all of you through this difficult time.
God Bless
Angie Temme (& my son Willie)

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