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William Rountree Obituary
Port Saint Lucie, FL - William Leonard "Bill" Rountree, 68, formerly of Whaleyville, VA, left us on Monday, January 23, 2017 in Orlando, FL, from complications of AML (Leukemia). Bill was diagnosed in 2013 and had given a brave battle over the past four years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
Born in Suffolk, VA on December 27, 1948, he was the son of the late Richard Jackson Rountree, Sr. and Patricia Faller Rountree. A respected and retired businessman and entrepreneur, he founded a variety of business ventures and held many key positions. In earlier years he had proudly served in the Virginia Army National Guard.
A serious and passionate golfer, he loved playing at his club and relaxing with friends. He lived each day to the fullest, loved to travel, and took many trips around the world. During his brave battle with AML, never complaining, he adopted the theme (and theme song), "I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bruce Allen Rountree.
He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted wife, Deborah Lopez Rountree; his son, Christopher Kendall Rountree and wife Sara, and their children, Harper and Hunter; and his daughter, Stacy Luree Rountree and her son, William Jackson. Also surviving are three brothers, a sister, and their families, Richard J. Rountree, Jr. of Carrollton, VA, Andrew T. Rountree, Timothy E. Rountree, and Suzanne Rountree Hodges, all of Midlothian, VA.
The family wishes to acknowledge Thomas L. Blair and his wife Alice, Bill's trusted friends and business partners of many years.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, February 4th, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. in the Somerton United Methodist Church Cemetery, 8610 Whaleyville Blvd., Suffolk, VA, where he will be placed to rest next to his father. Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main Street, Gatesville, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Somerton U.M.C. Cemetery Fund, in care of Todd Fowler, 8648 Whaleyville Blvd., Suffolk, VA 23438, or to The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society at www.donate.lls.org, or to the Humane Society of Port Saint Lucie County, www.hsslc.org.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.
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C. Jackson
January 24, 2018
My sincere thoughts and condolences are with the Roundtree Family during your time of sadness. May God continue to provide his strength and comfort to help you endure; Jeremiah 29: 11, 12.
January 24, 2018
I am sorry for your loss. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you as God carries you through these grief-filled days. He will support you as you throw your anxieties on him.
( 1 Peter 5:6-7)
January 24, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1
February 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May Almighty God grant you peace as you cope with your loss. Jer.29:11.
Carol Hawkins
February 5, 2017
Deborah, I'm so very sad to read of Bill's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Will always remember working with the two of you at BC/BS and the visit in SD.
February 4, 2017
RICKY, VERY SORRY TO READ THIS. MY SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY.
JOHN PIERCE, FT MYERS, FL.
Sioux Chiodo=Newberg
January 31, 2017
Deborah, I am just sick at heart to read this!! So sorry dear friend!! My love to you!!! Sioux
Lois Schwartz
January 30, 2017
Deborah and Kendal I'm so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. He fought a hard battle and didn't give up! My deepest condolenses for your loss. May he rest in peace!
Julia Cairns-Migone
January 30, 2017
You fought a courageous battle Bill. Against all odds you embraced four extra years of precious life! I am honored to have known you. May you be held in God's arms and rest forever in peace. My sincere condolences to your wife, family, and friends.
Dianne Samford
January 30, 2017
My heart and prayers are with the entire family. I've known him since Whaleyville in the early years. It will feel good to say goodbye in Whaleyville Saturday,because I know he would not want to live like last week. Kendall,Stacey and Deborah stay strong. Continued prayers from me forever.
Steve Wiltse
January 30, 2017
Deborah and Kendall. I was so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your Families. Bill fought a very long and tough battle and "he never backed down!" much like he did with his life. I will always remember our many years together both in the business world and social circles. I will always remember his infectious laugh and the drinks and cigars we had during the many golf outings he and I enjoyed together. I will miss him.
Bob Styer
January 30, 2017
Wish you were still with us, but I am at peace knowing your struggle here is over. Continuing to pray for Deborah, Stacy, Kendall and the rest of your family. I believe I will see you again some day my friend.
Judi Evans-Michael
January 29, 2017
Debbie, I'm so sorry sweetie. It was a complete shock when I read Stacy's post. Last time we chatted he was doing so well.
You hang in there and turn to God for your strength to make it through these tough times ahead.
Love you cuz
January 29, 2017
Deborah, I was so sad to read of Bill's passing today. I was reminded of all the good times we had working together and being friends in Richmond. Last time I talked with him, you were in California. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the Rountree family during this difficult time. Dan Clark
Bill Carroll
January 29, 2017
What a shock as I had not heard of Bill's illness. Please know the entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. I worked with Bill at Blue Cross of Virginia and at Direct Health in Rockville.
January 29, 2017
Deborah,
I am so deeply sorry to see that Bill has passed! My heart goes out to you, Deborah. I'm praying that you are strong and are able to cope with this terrible loss.
If you are ever in our area, give me a call. I would love to see you.
With deepest sympathy,
Linda Andrews
January 29, 2017
Deborah,I'm so sorry to hear about Bill.
I'm sure the past four years have been
rough.
Take care,
Mary Smith
Jim Osbon
January 29, 2017
Is this the Bill Rountree I worked with at Blue Cross of Virginia in 1980-83? If so, I'm so sorry for his family. Please respond to [email protected] I want to know.
Steve Siegfried
January 29, 2017
Dear Suzanne and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! I will hold Bill and your Family "in the light"! Sending you lots of Hugs!
Love,
Steve Siegfried
(Richmond, VA)
Michele and Stephen Conte
January 28, 2017
Dearest Rountree,
You will be greatly missed! Heaven has gained a wonderful soul and your pain and suffering has ended. You are my hero! May you rest in peace and may you play endless rounds of golf in heaven ❤
Donna Bivens Harrell
January 27, 2017
Thinking of you all in this difficult time. Prayers to the entire family.
Connie & Mike Genuardi
January 27, 2017
Bill was such a nice guy, we enjoyed him as a neighbor in Santaluz, CA. We always had Stoli on hand for him! Our dogs, Rocky & Bear used to love to run next door to play in the Rountree's pool with Bogie & Bacall. We know he is without pain any longer but he will surely be missed. He made friends wherever he went.
Gino and Lisa Cardamone
January 27, 2017
Our prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you at the time of sympathy. Love Gino and Lisa Cardamone.
Kendall Rountree
January 27, 2017
Love you dad!
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