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William Robert McKenzie
03/12/41 – 02/10/12
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of William Robert McKenzie, age 70, in Las Vegas, NV. William lost his battle with cancer on February 10th, 2012.
William was preceded in death by his father and mother Andrew and Martha McKenzie (Seattle, WA) and his brother Don McKenzie (Las Vegas, NV).
William will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years Linda McKenzie (Las Vegas, NV); his daughters and son-in-laws: Debbie & Mike Mathews (Las Vegas, NV), Laurie & Al Jones (Pullman, WA) and Sandy & Ron DeRaad (Newbury Park, CA); his grandchildren: LeeAnn Criddle & Jeff Mathews (Las Vegas, NV), Jeff Jones (Pullman, WA) and Amanda & Kevin DeRaad (Newbury Park, CA) and his great-grandchildren Brent & Cassandra Criddle (Las Vegas, NV).
Please join us in celebrating the life of William McKenzie at Palm Eastern Mortuary, 7600 Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV on Sunday March 4th, 2012 at 5:00pm.
Arrangements under the direction of Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary, Henderson, NV.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Laurie Ann (McKenzie) Jones - Daughter :).
September 7, 2017
LeeAnn "Your Special Girl" Criddle
Hi Pepa,
Sitting at a Baseball game and being reminded of you in every direction when someone causally brings up our Mariners. I miss you... a lot. You're still my world! I love you!
January 15, 2015
Laurie/Lolo Jones
January 15, 2015
It's been almost a year since I wrote in the Guest Book - Dad you are always on my mind, I take you with me where ever I go - Especially on my nightly walks with "Mac" :) I miss my "Rock/Gentle Giant" - Loves Always, Laurie
February 10, 2014
Missing you A LOT - Today (2/10/14) it's been two years - Feels like yesterday still - I miss you so much - Las Vegas isn't the same without you Dad - Love and Miss you SO MUCH, Laurie Ann (Lolo)
December 28, 2012
LeeAnn Criddle
Well here it is 3 days after Christmas. This year was a lot of fun but a big part was missing, U! This was your favorite Holiday and you always made it super special. We didnt have " Santa Pepa" to hand out gifts .. You were here though :)
So tough to think just last year you were still here and were able to celebrate with us! I will cherish that memory for a lifetime. Cassie and Brent are getting so big... It breaks my heart to know they wont grown up with the amazing man i got the honor of growing up. Everytime i heard "Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer" it brought a smile and tears to my eyes. They are good memories! It seems like just yesterday i was 3 and you were holding me infront of a room full of people singing it with me at Toastmasters. ;) This year however was a bit different... After dinner there was no pinochle. That was your tradition!
And as you know we are in a new home... Still doesnt feel like a home without you!
I love you Pepa! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
December 3, 2012
Laurie Jones
Everyone was together in Pullman, WA for Thanksgiving, except for the DeRaad Family unfortunately they stayed in CA - Dad the House was packed, and overflowing into the my friend's home. The Whitmore's were nice enough to let us use their home while they were away :) Thought of you "A LOT" we always had Thanksgiving with you all, and you LOVED the Thanksgiving Dinner - The other big news is the "Apple Cup" was in Pullman the day after Thanksgiving & we won (woo hoo) it was an awesome game the Cougs sent the Huskies home with their tails between their legs ;) I LOVE and miss you "SO" Much, Laurie
September 6, 2012
Laurei Jones
September 6, 2012
So Emma Nicole Jones was born 8/23/12 @ 7:00AM - She is an awesome conbination of her Father Jeff Jones, and her Mother Jessica Jones. Yes Dad another "Girl", and we are so happy As Jeff said "I'm going to be like Pepa and have Girls" :) - So hope it's true you can see us from Heaven - Love and Miss you "SO" Dad, Always Laurie Ann ") P.S. I will be adding some pictures :)
July 16, 2012
LeeAnn Criddle
I can't believe it's already been 5 months since you left us. I miss you every day and think of you constantly. I wish I could walk in the office and see you behind your desk smiling at me. I miss your voice, I find myself calling the office in hopes it goes to the answering machine so I can hear it again. I'm still heart Broken and I know we will see eachother again. I love you pepa!!! And I miss you so so so much!
June 17, 2012
Laurie Ann Jones
It's my first "Father's Day" without You Dad - Thought about you all day - Love and MISS YOU "So". I am who I am because of Who You Were/Are "). The Gentle Giant of OUR Family with a Huge Heart - Love on forever, Laurie/Lolo. :).
May 28, 2012
So a Very Special Day just passed - Dad I know you are all around us - I Love and Miss you "So" - I have heard A LOT of "Three Dog Night" on the radio (makes me smile) :) Heart On Dad, Love Lolo
April 24, 2012
IT'S A "GIRL" -based on the ultra sound "). Jeff & Jessica are excited, so is Grandma Laurie & Grandpa Al :).
April 24, 2012
Today is my Birthday (4/24) -Dad always called me on my special day I know he's watching over all of Us - One of my gifts is a waffle maker Dad loved waffles, and Moms swedish pancakes -LOVE & MISS Him SO "). Laurie ") (Lolo)
April 13, 2012
Richard Cole
so sorry to hear of Bills passing,we had been friends since 1968 and he was also my employer in 89,and always some one to go to for guidance and friendship.
April 8, 2012
Happy Easter - Love & Miss Dad :) LJ
March 12, 2012
Laurie Jones
"Happy Birthday" Dad - We were all together last year for your "70th" birthday celebration, it was very special. I Love and Miss you "SO MUCH", you will ALWAYS be with me in my Heart :) - I think of you All The Time - Love Always Laurie :) (Lolo)
March 5, 2012
Candice Arnone
Bill/Pepa was the most wonderful person ever a great dad n grandfather to all the grand kids and most of all the best husband ever to linda /Mema he will always be in are hearts forever i'm so glad i got to know him through the years big smile and always said hi to me. he will forever be missed :) love you
March 4, 2012
Madonna Nuckolls
Bill was involved in so many entertainment projects over the years and was such a huge help and mentor to me with the Three Dog Night Fan Club. He had the beautiful, deep voice that I always recognized instantly when he called. Bill always made you look up ... not just because of his height ... but more so because of his stature as an outstanding businessman in the entertainment industry. I don't believe there was anything he couldn't resolve, as his negotiating skills were incredible. We will miss him with a passion and remember him forever. Madonna Nuckolls, (Garland, Texas)
March 2, 2012
Dawn Wells-Cussins
Bill McKenzie was more like my uncle than a business manager. I have loved him from the first moment I laid eyes on him when I was 14 years old. I looked to him for guidance all my life. He helped me through school, college, and my first marriage which he attended. He gave me the best advice, and I will never forget all his wonderful words. I love you Bill, you will always be in my heart. Dawn Wells-Cussins
February 29, 2012
Paul Kingery
Linda, Debbie and Family;
I am so very deeply saddened by the loss of Bill. We worked together on and off since 1982. I could always count on Bill. His heart was as big and deep as his voice. If I needed a solution to a problem he would provide it. He will always be a part of my Three Dog Night world and my life. I thank you for sharing him with us and I am a better person for knowing him.
February 28, 2012
Chuck and Phyllis German
Linda, Laurie, Sandy and Debbie - you have our sincerest condolences in the loss of your beloved husband and dad. We know you will miss him terribly but hope you can find comfort in knowing he will always be a part of you. God Bless your entire family.
February 27, 2012
Robert Norman
Like everyone else who knew or especially worked with Bill over the years, I feel very lucky to have been in his influence. He was a patient mentor and positive role model when I was younger and a great partner in the day to day business as the years rolled on. Together we fought some tough battles and also had some great laughs and I was glad we were on the same team for both.
He was truly one of the good guys and I will miss him.
My sincere condolences to Linda, Deb and the family.
February 26, 2012
MIchael Allsup
To be honest: I'm still living in denial concerning our loss of Bill. It's hard to imagine our band (3DN), our family ... without Bill. He has been instrumental in so many things over the year. Besides the business aspects of our relationship, Bill was a wonderful friend who DID listen well and gave even better advice. He was the perfect "middle person" for keeping all "cool" when internal disputes arose, which of course they do in any situation. Our family has a hole in it now. My sincere good wishes to Linda and the girls. At his very core ... Bill was a good, good man. Tender, smart, considerate and fun. Yes, fun to know and interact with. He has had a profound impact on my life ... and a long list of others, too. I think maybe Bill will always be with us. He's been too much of a part of all our lives to not travel on with us in our hearts. We love you, Bill. Thanks for your friendship and expertise.
February 25, 2012
Danny and Laurie Hutton
Dear Linda,
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family.
Bill was a very special man. He meant so
much to Danny and I. He was a brilliant man. He helped me to learn to manage our finances and was always encouraging and never critical. He was a dear and loyal friend, caring and supportive. He was such a good listener and full of sage advice. We will miss Bill with his good nature and wisdom everyday. Bill was so proud of you and the family and how close everyone is. He never stopped telling us how lucky he was to have you.
We will miss him dearly.
Love,
Danny and Laurie Hutton
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Pati Valdez
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you Linda and all the family. In the time that I had the privilege to get to know Bill it was always a pleasure from Buffalo Wild Wings to watch basketball to being welcomed to your home for Christmas dinner, to going to Bette, it was always a great time. If you ever need anything I will always be here. You and the family are always in my prayers.
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