William Fredrick "Bill" Wilcox

William Fredrick "Bill" Wilcox obituary, Washington CH, WA

William Fredrick "Bill" Wilcox

William Wilcox Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Summers Funeral Home on Jan. 13, 2026.
WILLIAM FREDRICK "BILL" WILCOX, age 82, of Washington CH, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Cedarvale Commons Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center where he had been a resident for four months.

He was born on May 4, 1943 in Ross County, Ohio to the late Robert and Ruth (Williams) Wilcox. Bill retired from the former Martings Manufacturing in Washington CH. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, working in his yard, taking walks, and riding his bicycle.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Helen M. Wilcox, II, and several siblings.

Survivors include his loving and devoted wife, Helen (Groves) Wilcox, whom he married on July 27, 1966; his children, William "Billy", II (Sherry) Wilcox, Lisa Wilcox Morris, and Michael Wilcox; and grandchildren, Jeremy, Brandi, and Aaron.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Summers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com

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