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William Stoppelwerth Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - William R. Stoppelwerth, 82, of Springfield died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at the Villa East Healthcare in Sherman.
He was born in Springfield, July 31, 1926, the son of William E. and Alene M. Woodrum Stoppelwerth. He married Rosemary Wiessberg in Springfield October 15th 1949.
William retired from City Water Light and Power where he was a carpenter for many years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during WW II aboard the USS Wharton. He witnessed the Atomic Bomb test. He was a 60 plus year member and past treasure of Carpenters Local 16 He was proud to be a multi-gallon blood donor and was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church.
Surviving are his wife, Rosemary, a son, Wm. J. "B.J." (wife Judi) Stoppelwerth, a daughter, Sheryl A. Stoppelwerth, three granddaughters, Shyla Stoppelwerth, Cara (husband Jason) Dasher, and Candice (fiancee, Jared McCarty) Stoppelwerth, two great-granddaughters, Makenna Lynn Dasher and Gabriella Rose McCarty, and a cousin, all of Springfield.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch & Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, where visitation will be Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, from 9:30 AM until time of service there at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Lincoln Memorial Gardens or a charity of donor's choice.
The family wishes to thank Villa Healthcare and the staff of Memorial Medical Center and Memorial Home Hospice.
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Roy Vehorn
March 9, 2009
My name is Roy J. Vehorn. I was aboard the U.S.S. Wharton from 1944 to 1946.
I did not know William, and did not go on the atomic test.
I'm sorry to read about his death, my thoughts and prayers are with the family. www.usswharton.com
Tom Trutter
February 25, 2009
BJ:
I will always remember fondly how your father coached us in little league. He was always encouraging and all these years later his legacy still lives on.
Mike Gaule
February 25, 2009
BJ and family With deepest sympathy for you and your family in this difficult time.
Michael and Patti Catalano
February 24, 2009
Rosemary,Candice,Cara & Family:
Our deepest sympathy to you all, on the loss of your Husband and Grandfather. May all your memories keep you at peace at this difficult time.
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Don Hudson
February 24, 2009
B.J., Family and many friends,
I have known Bill since I played youth baseball, as Bill was a fine coach and athlete.
Bill was an 'Old School Carpenter', it always showed in his workmanship, a fine Craftsman indeed! We worked together at CWLP ,on several jobs ,Bill had time to talk about the job ,or the latest ball game.
A good man, and a guy you could learn something from everyday.
We will all miss him, as there is no replacement for this fine man.
"Always level on the level!"
Deeply Missed,
Don Hudson and Family
Tara and Chuck Conway
February 20, 2009
Candice and Family -
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please know that we are here if you need anything.
Debbie "Minder" Hill
February 20, 2009
B.J. and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rachel Savage
February 20, 2009
Dear Cara, Candice and family: I am so sorry for the lost of your grandpa. You will always have him close to your hearts with all the great memories. You are all in my prayers, God Bless...Rachel Savage
Paula Gentry
February 19, 2009
To Sheri, BJ and the entire Stoppelwerth Family:
I haven't known Bill for more than a few months, but he was a nice man, with a great sense of humor and honor. I enjoyed visiting with him and will miss him. Your entire family is in my prayers. He told me once that when his wife became ill, his world just stopped. I'm thankful that Bill is no longer suffering and is now at peace with the Lord.
Julia Ushman-Peterson
February 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time. Take care and remember the good times. Matt & Julie Peterson
Carlie Catalano
February 19, 2009
A master craftsman, a great family man, a good Christian role model. Thank you, Bill, for your friendship.
Carlie and Jan Catalano
February 19, 2009
Dear Candice and Family,
Our sympathy to you and to your family on the loss of your grandfather. Our prayer goes out to you for peace during these next few days, and for happy memories to flow through your grief.
Bill and Tami Snyder
Jay & Mary Huddleston
February 19, 2009
Our condolences to Rosemary, B.J., & Sheryl & families.
The world has lost one of the greatest master carpenters ever!
Proud to say he was our friend.
Very sincerely,
Sharon Bell
February 19, 2009
B.J., Judi & Girls
So sorry to read of your Dad's (Grandpa's) passing. I always enjoyed talking to him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Sean and Danielle Londrigan
February 19, 2009
Uncle Bill was always an inspiration to me. He was always there to help other people and treated my mom like his own little sister. I'll miss that huge smile and the smell of sawdust on his hands. God has now taken away his pain and suffering.
GHS Class of 1975
February 19, 2009
B.J. and family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary (Atchison)Atkinson
February 19, 2009
B.J. and family,
I would like to send my condolences. Remember all the good memories you have shared!
Debbie, Rich & Megan Harmon
February 19, 2009
Candice, Care & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in this time of sadness.
Harry
February 19, 2009
Sher, B. J., May he rest from his labours.
February 18, 2009
BJ, Judi, Shyla, Cara, and Candice,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad and Grampa. May God bless you and your family.
Randy, Kelly and Journey Frederick
Bruce and Karen Finne
February 18, 2009
To Bill's family
We were neighbors since Oct of 1970 and know what wonderful people Bill and Rosemary are. He was so down to earth and friendly it was a comfort to have him as a neighbor and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family.
Penny and Michael Galassi
February 18, 2009
Cara and Jason - Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Danielle Logan
February 18, 2009
BJ- I didn't know your father, but you are a great person and I am sure you learned that from him. I am sorry for your loss. Danielle Logan (Former employee of Progressive Wellness Physical Therapy)
Phil & Tillie Burnett
February 18, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Steve McGuar
February 18, 2009
BJ, Sorry to hear about your Dad. He was always patient and willing to work with the kids on the Little League baseball team when we were young. I remember him yelling at us when we were shooting at each other with BB guns in the woods. He was a great dad and coach.
Casey Carpenter
February 18, 2009
BJ, Judi, Shyla, Cara, and Candice,
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. If there is anything you need, big or small, just let us know. We love you!
Casey and Paul Carpenter
Gary Norman
February 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeanne and Rich Davis
February 18, 2009
Jude, BJ and family, You know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love and miss you. Will see in late next week. Take care and you know where I am. Only a phone call away.
Marie and Bill
February 18, 2009
B.J., Sheri and, Shyla, Candice and Cara, How sad we are to read this mornings paper online the loss of Bill..what a wonderful man he was all the memories we have of him will be treasured forever. We had many laughs together and loved him very much...a perfectionist in every sense of the word..and it showed in his carpenter work when he built our addition on for us. We are so sorry we cannot be there for the services as we are still in Az. however we are sending our love and deepest sympathies to all of you. He was a wonderful man and our very dear friend and respected by so many people. God Bless you all, Marie and Bill
Paula (Schmidt) Ferrier
February 18, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Drew Burnett
February 18, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Butch Staber
February 18, 2009
BJ, Judy, Candice and Cara, we are truly sorry for your loss. You can take comfort knowing that you now have a guardian angel looking after you and your families.
Love, Butch and Lisa
Melinda, Trisha, Josh, Jared, Cassie & Madison
February 18, 2009
BJ, Judi, Shyla, Candice, Cara & Sherri,
We're so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad & Grandpa. Keep close in your heart all the memories you have shared and remember your family is always here for you. God Bless
George C. Alewelt
February 18, 2009
Rest in peace Bill and thanks for the memories. We worked together on several substation projects at CWLP.
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