William Richard "Bill" Serman

William Richard "Bill" Serman obituary, Selbyville, DE

William Richard "Bill" Serman

William Serman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bishop-Hastings Funeral Home - Selbyville on Dec. 27, 2025.
William "Bill" Richard Serman, of Snow Hill, MD a beloved figure in the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on May 9, 1935, in Ridgely, MD, to the late Carroll C. and Ida Mae (Roche) Serman.
Bill worked for Worcester County Roads for 28 years. He began his career as a Heavy Equipment Operator and retired as Assistant Engineer, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Bill served as a K-9 handler in the Air Police, creating a lifelong bond with animals that resonated throughout his life. His passion for animals was evident as he raised dogs, cats, and chickens. Outside of work, Bill loved playing baseball and softball, was an avid coon hunter and a spirited go-kart racer, always seeking the thrill of adventure and the joy of a good story.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 66 years, Charlotte C. Serman: his children, Katherine Serman Richey and William Gary Serman (Cynthia); brother, Joseph Serman; sisters, Betty Ann Bozman and Patsy Mulligan. He was a proud grandfather to William Thomas Serman, Katie Kidd (Josh), Emily Ann Serman, and Johnny Richey, and his great-grandchildren, Connor and Cooper Kidd.
A funeral service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, 8339 Newark Road, Newark, MD 21841 on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM where friends may call one hour before the service at the church.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Carroll Serman and a son-in-law, Sam Richey.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Trinity Garden of Memory, C/O Nancy Bounds, P.O. Box 36, Newark, MD 21841 or Newark Vol. Fire Co., 8338 Newark Road, Newark, MD 21841.
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