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He lived most of his life in Woonsocket. Bill served in the Air Force National Guard. He graduated from Saint Francis College, known today as University of New England. Bill was a History Teacher in the Woonsocket School Department for 35 years before retiring in 2000. He was very active in the Woonsocket community, including the RI Historical Society, the Museum of Work and Culture, The Stadium Theatre, and the Friends of the Woonsocket Library.
He is survived by his daughter, Kristen Lemoine and her husband Guy, two brothers, Francis and John Marrah, and two grandchildren, Mackenzie and Quinn Lemoine. He also leaves his caregiver, Dee Milligan.
The funeral will be held Friday at 9 AM from the O'Neill Funeral Home, 3102 Mendon Road, Cumberland, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in Saint John Vianney Church, 3609 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland. Burial will be in Saint Charles Cemetery, Blackstone, MA. Visiting hours Thursday from 4-7 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Museum of Work and Culture, 42 South Main Street, Woonsocket, RI, 02895, in memory of Bill, would be appreciated. www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
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August 19, 2016
Very sorry to hear of the loss of a great teacher. I had Mr. Marrah for Woonsocket work and culture class in 1997, was always very friendly and talked about his experiences. My condolences to the family.
August 17, 2016
Dearest Dee,
There is not just one word in the English language but several that describe Bill as he resided at The Lighthouse at Lincoln. He was a fun loving life, full spirited man full of honesty and integrity from our first greeting to our last. Myself, fellow managers and staff associates will always cherish all tht we shared with Bill and especially remember your never ending love and devotion for Him.
May his love carry you at this time.
Bill is whole now conducting his class at the most highest level and is your guardian angel from above as you were his on earth.
In my thoughts and Prayers,
Sincerely,
Jodi DiRaimo
Glen Beattie
August 17, 2016
I had Mr Marrah as my history teacher in 1969. I remember him talking about the Cuban Missle Crisis . He thought for sure he was going to be called up for service but fortunately he never was. He was a great teacher and a great man. My sympathy to his family and also to his cousin, Suzanne Marrah, who was also my teacher in seventh grade in room 112.
Pegee Malcolm
August 17, 2016
My condolences. I worked with Bill at the high school and at WTG.
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charlene kilcline
August 17, 2016
john and family,
so very sorry for your loss.
Lisa Weseluk
August 16, 2016
BIG HUGS TO YOU DEE.
XOXO XOXO XOXO
Lisa Weseluk
August 16, 2016
Dee,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Bill will always hold a special place in my heart. He was a joy to help care for. ALWAYS made everyone smile with a quick wink of those crystal, seablue eyes. I will truely miss him and his beautiful smile.
Treasured memories are so wonderful to have within ourselves Dee. I pray for you to have peace, knowing that Bill adored you to the moon and back. He was a lucky man to have you. And the children were so proud of their "Mr. Bill, I know that he will forever watch over them both.
GOD gave us 2 precious things...
A heart and a memory. Keep all those beautiful memories deep within your heart Dee, cherish them forever.
And when you feel that you need a little nudge of strength, just look up to the twinkling stars...
There is where you will see him looking down on you and the twinkling of the stars will be Bill winking at you my friend.
GOD BLESS YOU DEE AND THE CHILDREN.
You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
XOXO
Lisa Weseluk
Bayberry Commons
Wanda McGee
August 16, 2016
Deepest sympathy to William Marrah's family. He was a great teacher at Woonsocket high School. From Wanda (Wyspianski)McGee
Ray and Carol Keiser
August 15, 2016
Our sympathy to Bill's family and friends.
Helene Mandeville
August 14, 2016
Warm thoughts and prayers for peace in the hearts of his family and friends. Much respect from WHS Class of '88!!
Pauline Turcotte-Hayduk
August 14, 2016
My sincere condolences to his family. My memories of him are mostly from the early 70's at the old Woonsocket HS - he was my homeroom teacher and always fun to be around. I am sure he will be missed by many. God Bless his soul. May he rest in peace.
Jamie Carlson
August 13, 2016
I always enjoyed talking to him in between classes..very pleasant and kind man..may he rest in peace
david labrie
August 13, 2016
I taught with Bill at Woonsocket High School. In the 1960's I worked with Bill at the Saint Domenic Savio Retreat Center summer camp in Peacedale, RI His uncle Fr. John Condon was the director of the center and hired several of us from Woonsocket We sure had some good times. RIP Bill.
Gwen Covington
August 13, 2016
Mr. Bill you will be greatly missed! I always enjoyed my time visiting with you, talking Texas history, and visiting so many wonderful places together in New England and Texas. You were an amazing man, and friend to so many. Thank you for always making my family a part of your family. We are praying for your friends and family who loved you so much.
August 13, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Marrah was my teacher in 93. I will always remeber his humor. he reminded me of dick van dyke.. he was hilarious and his expressions.. He made learning so easy. he was a fair man... HE WILL BE MISSED
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