William McIlrath

William McIlrath, age 75, of Conneaut Lake, PA passed away on January 5, 2026 at UPMC Hamot. He was born on April 1, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late David and Wilma (Multa) McIlrath. He married Toni Romano on June 28, 1969. She survives.

Bill graduated from Connelly Vo-Tech. He did mechanic work and then worked for R E Michael in HVAC.

He loved his motorcycle. He enjoyed being in nature and being with his family. He and Toni enjoyed the simple life together. They enjoyed taking small trips on their motorcycles and stopping at any new diners along the way. He especially enjoyed the fall and all of the beautiful colors it brought.

In addition to his beloved wife, Toni, he is survived by his son, Christopher D. C. McIlrath of Conneaut Lake, PA and two sisters, Sue Minkus and Kathy McIlrath Jordan both of Pittsburgh, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no services at this time.

Please sign Bill’s online guestbook at www.hatheway-tedesco.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Dickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 130 N. 2nd St., Conneaut Lake, PA 16316, Rocco R. Tedesco III, Supervisor.