William D. "Bill" Menezes

DANVERS - Mr. William D. Menezes, 65, of Danvers, beloved husband of Diana S. (Metropolis) Menezes, died Monday, April 2, 2018 at Brigham and Women's Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Medford, he was the son of the late Arthur and Rita (Lafreniere) Menezes. He was raised and educated in Medford and was a graduate of Medford High School class of 1972. William continued his education at Southeastern Massachusetts University presently known as the University of Mass Dartmouth earning degrees in Marine Biology and Computer Science. Mr. Menezes had been employed at Axcelis of Beverly as a Systems Analyst for over 22 years until the time of his illness. Bill was well known for his dedication and strong work ethic. A longtime resident of the Town of Danvers, Bill was devoted to his family and his community. He gave countless hours to his community, serving as a board member for the Danvers Family Festival and Treasurer of Friends of Endicott Park. He was a Boy Scout Leader for Troop 67 of Danvers and was Treasurer of Parents for Music Excellence. Above all else his family came first, he was a true family man and was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and being involved in their many activities; especially walking his beloved canine companion, Tito Francona, through Endicott Park. He will be dearly missed and fondly remember by those who knew and loved him. In addition to his wife Diana, with whom he shared 40 years of marriage, William is survived by his children, David Menezes of Malden, Lauren Scamporino and her husband Matthew of Haverhill and Brian Menezes of Danvers, his siblings, Susan Staffier and her husband Ralph of San Antonio, Tx, Michael Menezes and his longtime companion Beverly of Semi Valley, CA, Thomas Menezes and his companion Carol of Lowell, Patrick Menezes and his wife Carmen of Revere, Arthur Menezes and his wife Julie of Haverhill, Christine Renna of Las Vegas, NV, Andrew and his wife Sally of Andover, Julie Neil of Methuen, Mary Stavro and her husband Matthew of Billerica, his sister-in-law, Mary Menezes of Wilmington and many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and extended family and great friends. He was also the brother of the late Jack and Daniel Menezes. ARRANGEMENTS: His funeral will be held from the Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St. (Rte. 62) Danvers on Saturday April 7th at 8 A.M. followed by his funeral Mass in St. Richards Church, Forest St., Danvers at 9 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Burial will be private. Visiting hours Friday from 4 to 8 P.M. Expressions of sympathy may be made in William's memory to the Make a Wish Foundation, 1 Bulfinch Pl, Boston, MA 02114. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.