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William Stinson Obituary
Mr. William Henry "Billy" Stinson, Jr., age 76, a native of Miller County, Georgia passed away at his home in Chattahoochee, Florida, Sunday, April 3, 2011, after a lengthy illness. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Chattahoochee and had retired as Locksmith after 42 years with the Florida State Hospital. Billy had graduated from the Gadsden County High School in 1954, married his beloved wife, Dorothy in 1958, and had children born in 1964 and 1965. He was a member of the Jaycees - community fund raisers and was also involved in Little league as Coach and Pee Wee Basketball.
Billy is survived by his wife, Dorothy of Chattahoochee; two children, William H. Stinson, III of Tallahassee, Florida and Jacquelyne Stinson rogers and husband Rick of Chattahoochee, Florida; a sister, Mae Stinson Brock and husband C. J. of Tallahassee; a step-brother, Johnny Dolan and wife Christi of Chattahoochee; six grandchildren, Andrea Rogers Perkins and husband Randy of Dallas, Texas, Zachary Alexander Stinson of Panacea, Joshua William Rogers of Chattahoochee, Morgan Lorraine Stinson of Tallahassee, Jordan Grace Stinson of Tallahassee and Ryan Joseph Rogers of Chattahoochee; also "Aunt" Bonnie Dolan and a special Caregiver, Christine "Cookie" Winbush and many Nieces and Nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, William H. Stinson, Sr.; his mother, Beatrice Kimbrel Dolan; Step-father, John M. Dolan; two brothers, Lamar Stinson and E. J. Stinson and E. J. Stinson and a sister, Margaret Stinson Cornell.
Visitation with the family will take place Monday, April 4, 2011, from 6:00 till 8:00 PM EDT, at the First Baptist Church in Chattahoochee, Florida. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, 3:00 PM EDT at the First Baptist Church in Chattahoochee with Rev. Darell Roberts and Rev. Barry Cottle officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
The family accepts flowers and those wishing may contribute to the Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida 32308 or Alzheimer's Resource Center of Tallahassee, P.O. Box 3553, Tallahassee, Florida 32315.
Lanier-Andler Funeral Home of Sneads, Florida is in charge of arrangements.
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for William Stinson
Yvonne Fairley
March 29, 2021
Jackie, this is Bootsy. Barbara powell’s sis from Hattiesburg, but now live in Houston tx..
met your mom and dad through Barbara but quickly became very good friends with them. I just wanted to tell you that i am fondly remembering them and you today .
Bootsy fairley
March 29, 2020
Thinking of you Jackie and bro and remembering your mom and dad. RIP Dot and Billy. Bootsy
Carrie Colson
April 11, 2011
Dot, Billy will be missed by everyone. He is with God now. The same God that has His arms around you and the family. I Pray for Gods comfort.
yvonne fairley
April 8, 2011
Dot and Children, I was so saddened when Barbara called to tell me about Billy's death. I know all of you are going to miss him so much. It was a real blessing for me to have seen him so recently. Please know that you and and all family members are in my thoughts. love and prayers, Yvonne Smith Fairley (Bootsy)
Billy and Dot on their porch 2009
Barbara Powell
April 7, 2011
Dot and family, There will be a large space that is empty where he fit in all our lives. I will miss his ready smile and quick mind in conversation. I feel privileged to have been able to visit him and share the time with you for the past few years. Barbara Powell
April 7, 2011
Aunt Dot and Family,
David and I have our own memories of Uncle Billy that we will keep in our hearts. Ya'll will be in our prayers and may God bless & hold you in this time of sorrow.
David & Karen Hampton Stinson
April 7, 2011
Dot. I am so sorry for your loss. Billy was a good person and will be missed by many. Prayers that God's peace will envelope you and your family. Joan Rinck
April 7, 2011
Dot. I am so sorry for your loss. Billy was a good person and will be missed by many. Prayers that God's peace will envelope you and your family. Joan Rinck
Kathy Strubble
April 6, 2011
Will and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Butch and I have you in our hearts and prayers.
Jerry and Zilla Thompson
April 6, 2011
Dot and kids,
We were unable to come to the funeral today and wanted you to know you have been in our prayers. We will always remember his smile and helpfulness at work and church. We know he is in a better place. May God continue to Bless You and Your Family.
April 5, 2011
Aunt Dot, William, Jackie and families,
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Billy will be deeply missed, but remebered always. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. We love you all very much. Love Sherri Stinson and family
amy kuykendall
April 5, 2011
William, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of the loss of your father. God Bless you and your family. Amy Kuykendall
Annette Preacher
April 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lisa White
April 5, 2011
Dot, Jackie, William - Though we've not seen you in many years, you'll always be very special friends to us! We have so many wonderful memories of our years in Chattahoochee and great times spent with you. Billy was a wonderful man - so full of life and fun, with a HUGE heart! May God comfort you all.
With much love, many prayers, and much gratitude,
Lisa Leathers White, Misty Adair Howard, Alicia Adair
Barbara Jaeger
April 5, 2011
William,
So very sorry to hear about the death of your father. Just wanted you to know that your friends care. May God give your family peace during this difficult time. Barbara Jaeger
Art and Daisy Williams
April 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
John Dolan
April 4, 2011
A wonderful man & pillar of the community. Respected as a gentle man, a loving husband, father and grandfather who never refused to help others and who was especially precious to his family.
Men such as Billy are so very rare. Heaven has truly gained a gem.
You will be missed but never forgotten.
Dorothy Rackley
April 4, 2011
Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
By Alfred, Lord Tennyson
The Poetry Foundation
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