William "Bill" Paley

William "Bill" Paley obituary

William "Bill" Paley

William Paley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Freeman Funeral Homes - Manalapan on Sep. 25, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

William Paley, 76, of Morganville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 25, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in the Bronx, New York, and moved to New Jersey in 1974. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and cheering on his favorite New York teams: the Yankees, Jets, and Knicks.

William was predeceased by his brother, Norman Paley, and his parents, Abe and Minnie Paley. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Judith Paley of Marlboro, NJ; his sons, Adam (Tracy) Paley of Dix Hills, NY, and Matthew (Meredith) Paley of Livingston, NJ; as well as his cherished grandchildren, Harrison, Violet, Luke, and Owen.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Sunday, September 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Freeman Funeral Home, 344 Route 9 North, Manalapan, NJ. A memorial service will follow at 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

To share a memory, leave a condolence, or find directions, please visit www.freemanfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any of the following charities: the ALS Foundation, the Alzheimer's Association, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, or the Wounded Warrior Project

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Freeman Funeral Homes - Manalapan

344 Route 9 North, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Make a Donation
in William Paley's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support William's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor William Paley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign William Paley's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?