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William Pointer Obituary

William D. Pointer (Billy) of Waterford; passed away peacefully on August 10, 2021; at age 73. Beloved and loving father of Sonja Pointer and Emily (John) Hadlock. Grandfather of Oliver and Jasper Hadlock. Preceded in death by parents Walter and Shirley Pointer. Billy was an avid bowler in his youth, winning the USBC Singles Championship in 1972. He grew up in Pontiac, Michigan attending Pontiac Northern High School. He had a large circle of friends who knew him best for his easy-going personality and ability to dance the night away. A celebration of life will be held on Monday, August 16, 2021, at the Clarkston Eagles at 1 pm.

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Published by The Oakland Press on Aug. 13, 2021.

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Becky

August 7, 2024

It's been 3 years and still miss the heck out of him. Still miss our fun times. Still miss our dancing. Still miss our laughs. Why did you have to go so soon buddy.

Wendy Hyatt

August 15, 2021

The Pointers were like a second family to me. I like to think part of who I am today is because of Bill Pointer. I'm that much better having known him. The world needs more Bill Pointers.

Dave Moreno

August 15, 2021

Billy will be missed by all. A really good guy whom I enjoyed competing against while bowling. Rest in Peace my friend.

CC Powell

August 14, 2021

Billy was a good man and a good friend. May he rest in peace.

Becky

August 12, 2021

I am blessed having 50 years of friendship, laughs, love, drinking road trips and saving the last dance for me.

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