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William Sobey
10/05/1941 - 11/06/2025
William Sobey Obituary
He graduated from Flushing High School in 1959. He worked as a Pipefitter for General Motors for 32 years. He was a Veteran and served in the United States Air Force. He was a member of New Hope Fellowship in Ingram, TX.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, brothers Jerry and Bobby Mesack, and sisters Joyce Ciesielski and Kay Huggins.
He is survived by his wife Linda, daughters Julie (Pedro) Irizarry and Stephanie (Brian) Plover, sons Mike Sobey, Scott (Jodie) Addington, Sean (Mindy) Creger, and a bonus son, Brian (Crystal) Fritcher. He was a beloved Papa to eight grandchildren: Mandy (Kian), Peter, Marisa, Easton, Emerson, Conner, Joper, and Zoey.
A memorial service will be held in January 2026, date to be determined, in Ingram, Texas.
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Linda Jordan
Earlier today
I will miss your sense of humor.
Jim and Jackie Mesack
Earlier today
The loss of another great man! I have many kind memories of him at the farm in Flushing.
Micki and Vernon White
Yesterday
Love Uncle Bill! I have many memories of him as I growing up. He kept up with us across the miles through Facebook. Prayers for you all!
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