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Bill was the beloved husband of Maria (née Mendonça) Eder and the late Patricia (née Stout) Eder. A devoted father, he is survived by his sons William H. (Elizabeth) Eder III and Robert F. (Sonja) Eder Sr. He was a proud grandfather to Kristina M. (Nathan) Kidwell, Jeanette P. (Oliver) Bauer, Jacquelynn M. (Tommy) Brougham, and Robert "Bobby" F. Eder Jr., and a cherished great-grandfather to Sutton Bauer.
He is also survived by his sisters, Gail Miller and Kathy Fahey.
Bill devoted his professional life to the practice of law with unwavering integrity and dedication. He was a respected partner at Wood + Lamping LLP, where he built a long and distinguished career marked by fairness, wisdom, and a sincere commitment to serving others. He was also a proud member of the State of Ohio Bar Association. Bill earned both his undergraduate degree and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati-achievements that laid the foundation for a lifetime of professional excellence.
Bill dedicated his life to service, faith, and community. He was a longtime usher at Corpus Christi Church and served on the North College Hill City Council during the 1970s, contributing his time and voice to the place he called home.
A man of kindness, humility, and steadfast devotion, Bill will be remembered for the deep love he showed his family and the meaningful impact he made on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Visitation will be held at Corpus Christi Church, 2014 Springdale Rd., on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m.
Burial will follow at Arlington Memorial Gardens.
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