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William L'Esperance Obituary
WORCESTER - William C. L'Esperance, 73, of Worcester, died Saturday, March 14, 2020 after a lengthy illness.
He was born in Worcester, the son of the late R. John and Dorothy I. (Hanscom) L'Esperance. He was a graduate of North High School.
"Billy", as he was known, traveled to California where he met his future wife Paula in Santa Barbara. They relocated to Roseville, California where he was employed as the materials manager for Patterson Dental Supply Company for many years.
He returned to Worcester and was the caretaker for both his parents over several years.
He will be remembered as a trivia savant of rock 'n' roll music, an avid fan of the Red Sox/Bruins, a crossword puzzle wizard and a kind, considerate and loving person to his family and friends. Family gatherings were very special to him.
He leaves a sister, Jacquelyn L'Esperance Durschinger and her husband Irving Camhi of Thousand Oaks, Calif., a "brother" Franny "Mick" Henderson, a niece, four nephews and several cousins.
Funeral services are private. The Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester, is directing arrangements.
A memorial service will be held on a date to be announced.
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Al & Shirley Gould
March 28, 2020
Sorry for the families loss. Al and I have know Billy since our high school days. He was an amazing and fun person to be around. Always had good fun and laughs will Billy. RIP old friend.
Chuck Orne
March 28, 2020
My brother Tony and I lived in W. Boylston in the 60's. Billy was around there and hung out with us at times. Tony is gone now too. My condolences to the family.
Rest In Peace Billy.
Henry Valentine
March 26, 2020
I knew Bill from North High School. So sorry to hear of his passing. RIP.
Henry Valentine, Lunenburg, MA
March 26, 2020
So sorry to hear of Billy's passing. Condolences to the family. May sweet memories somehow ease the pain. Deepest sympathy. A fan and friend......Joey D'Angelo
Dave&Pat Halvorsen
March 26, 2020
So sorry to learn of Bill's passing he was always a pleasure to be around and responsible for many great times.Rest in peace
Jack Hennessey
March 26, 2020
Goodbye to my great friend and best man at my wedding. I love you Billy and will miss you.
John & Debra Russell
March 26, 2020
Our condolences to all of Bill's family. It seems so strange that he & Liz are both gone within weeks of each other. Bill was a private & quiet man. We will miss our neighbor from the third floor.
-His neighbors from the 1st floor.
Len Monson
March 25, 2020
Condolences to Elizabeth and Family, Billy was a good old friend, North High school classmate, baseball and softball team-mate, and a lot of fun to hang out with all those years ago. Rest in peace my friend.....
Cyndee Cirelli
March 25, 2020
I remember him from 50 years ago...we spent a lot of good times together... ironically he got in touch with me about 4 years ago. A unique kind man who was his own person.. always reminded me of Rod Stewart...God bless
Margaret Lundberg
March 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
ed kalagher
March 25, 2020
Billy so sad to see you go. Condolences to family. Memories will live on old friend. RIP
john ettinger
March 25, 2020
I would just like to say how sorry I am to hear of his passing .RIP
Dennis Dillon
March 25, 2020
My sincere condolences to Elizabeth and family. He was a good person and friend. He will be missed.
lou DeSantis
March 24, 2020
Played JV baseball with Billy at North
He helped make every practice and game lots of fun. That was in 1963 and I still remember his good humor. Rest in peace. Lou DeSantis
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