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1932
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2019
William Nye Obituary
Boca Raton - William Nye, 86, of Boca Raton, FL, passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife, Carol, by his side on May 29th, 2019. Born Sept. 21st, 1932, in Paterson, NJ, he was the son of the late William and Trina (DeBoer) Nye. He was an Army Veteran and was assigned to the Military Police. Bill was a longtime resident of Woodcliff Lake, NJ, where he owned and operated the very successful Woodcliff Greenhouses for over 50 years. Upon retiring to Florida, he pursued his love for fishing, traveling, and he and his wife spent many enjoyable hours cruising on their boat. Bill was a generous, kind, witty and compassionate person -- a friend to all who knew him. He will be missed by many. In addition to his wife, Carol (Keating), he is survived by a son, William of Rivervale, NJ; a daughter, Linda Pedersen of Sun City, CA; stepson, Tom Keating of Lake Worth; stepdaughter, Lauren Ryerson of Palm Beach Lakes; a sister, Grace Stockwood of NC and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers John and Henry, and a sister, Jean. A private family service is planned.
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June 17, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences to the family and friends. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3)
Sla
June 17, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time.-John 17:3
June 17, 2019
My condolences to the family. May you receive the comfort you need during this time of sadness. Matt 5:4
June 17, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
June 17, 2019
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken-hearted comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah 61: 1,2.) Sincerely.
Burney
June 13, 2019
When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure may those treasures of a life well lived bring comfort to you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss
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