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Millbury - William "Bill" Miley, 80, of Millbury passed away on November 13, 2018 after a brave battle with liver cancer. Born in Watertown, MA to parents Michael and Barbara (Ganley) Miley, May 8th, 1938.
Bill is predeceased by his sister Barbara Bonanno. He is survived by his sister Joan Fox and her husband Ralph of Buzzards Bay, MA. Along with many nieces and nephews.
He leaves behind his children, Michael Miley, his wife Melinda, their children Michelle and Michael of Carlsbad, CA., Shawn Miley of Tampa, FL., Gail Miley of W. Yarmouth, and Todd Miley, his children Travis and Ryan of Northbridge, MA; Amanda of Lawrence, MA and Nathan of Charlton, MA.
He leaves his longtime partner, Grainne McAvey of Millbury, MA.
Bill was a graduate of Watertown High School. After graduating from high school he served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps.
After serving in the Marines, he began working at UPS in Watertown. In 1969, he transferred to UPS in Shrewsbury where he was a truck driver. In 1980, he was elected as a Business Agent for Local 170 and served as a Business Agent for 15 years. He served on the National Labor Relations Board. As Business Agent he negotiated many union contracts and settled numerous arbitration cases. He was actively involved with the Easter Seals Foundation.
After retiring he enjoyed the winters in Cape Coral, FL and the summers in Worcester where he enjoyed attending his grandson's baseball, flag football and football games. He was an avid golfer.
He enjoyed helping out at Mrs. Mack's Bakery with more socializing with the customers than helping.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Rose Monahan Hospice House, 10 Judith Road, Worcester, MA 01602 would be appreciated.
In lieu of calling hours and funeral service, Mr. Miley has requested there be a "Celebration of Life" ceremony at The Manor – 42 West Boylston St., West Boylston, MA 01583 on Monday November 26th from 12:00-4:00pm. A Book of Memories to share a memory of Bill or message of sympathy with his family is available online at:
www.RoneyFuneralHome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for William Miley
FAWN IANNITELLI
November 10, 2021
HEY BILL! HOPE YOU AND DAD ARE WELL. MISS YOU BOTH
FAWN IANNITELLI
November 10, 2020
MISS YOU BILL, HOPE YOU AND DADDY ARE HANGIN' OUT ON A CLOUD BLESSING ALL OF US WHO LOVE YOU. GONE, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN . LOVE FAWN
Fawn Iannitelli
November 17, 2019
I miss you Bill I hope you and my Dad have reconnected ,You are a great guy ,just on a different plane...God Bless you love Fawn
Al Leclair
November 8, 2019
There was a great guy and he will be missed
November 26, 2018
Offering our sincere condolences. May the God of love comfort your heart and make you firm in your time of grief. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.
November 19, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was one of the greatest guys going. I'll miss all the great times with him, here and Florida. Our deepest condolences Grainne, and the rest of his family. If you need anything give us a call. The "outside driver" Jerry & Terry Cronin
November 17, 2018
A good friend who served his country in the Corps, and continued helping and serving others through out life. I will miss our chats. God Bless Bill, may you rest in peace.
Dan H
November 17, 2018
Please accept my sincere sympathy to the family of Bill.
George Senkavitch
John Rooney
November 16, 2018
A great friend and a true gentle man! It was good to know you, Bill!
Paul Richardson
November 16, 2018
I offer my sincere condolences.Bill was truly great man.He was always friendly,helpful and sincere.I knew him as teamster and business agent.He always had your back. We will miss him greatly and we are all diminished by his loss.
Hermis Yanis, Jr
November 16, 2018
Sad news. Grainne Please know that you and the rest of Bill's family are in my prayers.
Bill was truly a stand up guy. He was a real Teamster! That brotherhood suffered a wound with his departure.
Bill had my utmost respect, he was a real friend.
May God continue to provide you the strength and courage to get through this enormous loss.
Your friend,
Junior Yanis
Anne & Gary Warren
November 15, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to Bill's family and Grainne. Bill was a true friend for over 40 years. We will truly miss his life stories and wonderful sense of humor. Rest In Peace Our Friend ❤
November 15, 2018
Dear Grainne,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved, Bill! He was a great guy.
You are in my thoughts! Sue (formerly of Richard Patient's office)
Fawn Iannitelli
November 15, 2018
Bill, May The Good Lord carry you and your entire family in His loving arms to our other life. May He comfort your family and especially Graniere who loved and cared for you with all her heart through the most difficult times in your lives.I will miss you, you were a wonderful friend to me and my family for my whole life. God bless you, Love Fawn
Al Leclair
November 15, 2018
Bill was a great guy he will be missed
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