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William Joseph Troy "Bill"
4/15/1955 - 1/13/2024
William Joseph "Bill" Troy passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, January 13, 2024 at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY with his family at his bedside. He passed from recent medical issues after living an active and robust life.
Bill was born April 15, 1955 in Elmira NY to William and Shirley Troy. He attended school in Ithaca and left to attend college at the University of Rochester. He worked at the university at various positions to help pay his way through, and he graduated in 1978 with a BA degree in History. He continued working at the university and living in Rochester until he accepted an internship in the federal offices of Congressman Matt McHugh of the NY 28th District in 1978 - 1983.
Bill was a life-long collector of many various things, starting with coins and comics as a youngster, but in the 1980s he moved on to Art Deco lamps, disco dance records, antique furnishings, Arts & Crafts pottery, and a multitude of similar objects. Bill followed his passion of seeking antiques and used furnishings in Washington where he met many like-interested people and formed friendships with collectors and dealers that he maintained right up to now. In this capacity Bill really made his mark in Washington, DC. He shared his passion and could talk with anyone! He had a heart of gold, quick humor and will be missed by family and dear friends.
Bill lived with his friend and partner Kirk Palmatier in Washington until December 2022 when he moved to Newark, NY, Kirk's hometown. He also wanted to enjoy his Ithaca family more by living nearer everyone.
Bill is survived by five loving sisters and two loving brothers and several nieces and nephews. His death was preceded by that of his parents, William and Shirley Troy. Bill is also survived by his friend and partner Kirk Palmatier of Newark, NY and a number of DC area friends and business associates from over the past years. Arrangements to memorialize Bill will be with his family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to your favorite cancer or hospicare organization. Arrangements are entrusted to Bangs Funeral Home, Ithaca, NY online at www.bangsfuneralhome.com
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Delores Fischer Jenkins
April 17, 2025
Bill was a beautiful soul. Just one of the kindest people that I have ever crossed paths with. I can´t think about him without seeing that heart warming smile. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Rest well my sweet friend you will always be remembered fondly.
Tom Preston
April 2, 2024
Godspeed Bill.
Thank you for everything.
Tom Preston
Deb Moeller Snyder
January 25, 2024
Bill was a great friend in high school. We, along with Bob Moon were always together. I am so sad to hear of his passing
Pixie Windsor
January 21, 2024
Bill was a great friend and mentor. He always kept us laughing with his stories and adventures. His wonderful spirit will be greatly missed. He was also one of the hardest working and kindest people i have ever known~xoxoxo
Tom Weschler
January 21, 2024
Bill was a valued customer of ours at Weschler's
He was always cheerful willing to help and a great bidder
He will be missed
Teresa and Frank Ferrara
January 20, 2024
Condolences to all the family. Teresa and Frank
Al McCray
January 19, 2024
My condolences to Bills brothers and his sisters and his partner Kirk.I worked for Bill for over 15 years and he was always good to me at his store Ruff and Ready in Washington DC I will truly miss him but he is at peace now May God bless him and family
Sam Trail
January 19, 2024
Walter Krofchek sends his prayers and condolences
Michael Bacon
January 18, 2024
I remember him well from high school. Our mothers were also friends. Sad for your loss.
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