BORN

1948

DIED

2017

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Bill Conway Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 25, 2017.

CONWAY, Bill, 68, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, August 23. He and his wife Sally were married 32 years and made their home in Odessa. Bill is survived by his wife, Sally; son Bill Jr. (Robyn); grandson, Billy III; sister, Debbie (Dan); and brother, Michael. Bill made his career in the wholesale aluminum business in sales and management. He had been a gnarly, but proud member of the Gasparilla Krewe of Fort Brooke where he made many friends with his wit and humor. Bill had a love for fishing the Florida waters in his 17” Mako. He and Sally were members of the West Coast Mako Club for many years, often winning the Club’s conservation award. Bill’s wishes were to have no services, but to be remembered as a nice guy who loved his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity in Bill's memory.

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August 22, 2023

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wally muratori

Forever in our hearts. You and Sally both gone, hard to accept.

September 3, 2021

Steve Gaffney

William your were diffidently one of a kind. Everyone loved and respected you. I never had as much fun with anyone from Colorado to the Gasparilla parades to Halloween parties. I still have a picture of you in a dress wearing make up I think of you often my friend . RIP

September 2, 2021

Wally Muratori

Billy, I think of you often. I remember your laugh and many of your jokes. Rest in peace buddy.

August 21, 2021

Robert Conway

Bill we had some great times together. You are greatly missed.

August 22, 2020

Friend

wally muratori

Billy, It's hard to believe that it's been three years. I think of you often. RIP my friend.

August 21, 2020

Friend

Sherral Jorgensen

I will always remember your smile, stinky cigar, and your kindness. You were one of the best members of the Queen”s guard in the Krewe of Fort Brooke. With deepest sympathy to Sally and the family.

October 11, 2017

Grandchild

William Conway IV

In loving memory of Bill Conway, Signed for your Grandson

October 11, 2017

Family

Denise Conway

I will always remember Bill as a fun-loving, caring man with a great sense of humor. You will be missed by many people. I'm sad that he's gone. My prayers for Sally in this difficult time.

September 28, 2017

Friend

Nina Doan

Bill , I am deeply saddened to hear you passed away on August 23,2017 .Sally sends the letter to me last week , it so sad because I lost my younger son on July 31,2017 also. He died due to liver cancer at age 43 . I am so sorry for Sally and family at this difficult time and praying for you as I pray for my son . You are missed deeply by Coi and I

September 25, 2017

Ann Jones

September 25, 2017

Gary Hartshorn

Billy I can't count the fun times we had together.Hunting,fishing,playing golf, sitting around the fire at the farm. I will miss you
. You will always have a special place in my heart.


Gary Hartshorn

September 25, 2017

Ann Jones

Bill would have had a bawdy comment re:his 17 " boat mentioned in the obit for sure. I met my dear friend's future husband just before their cruise wedding. I immediately saw what had attracted her to him. Handsome, funny, and a gentleman. Later realized that our husbands knew each other thru Ashley. So glad that he had such a good life with Sally and that they made so many good memories together. That's all we can take with us on our last trip. My condolences, my friend. Ann

September 18, 2017

Billy was a genuine person, always smiling and spreading his happiness to all of us who were lucky enough to know him. He will be missed by so many.
Sally, it is a privilege to share happy memories with you.

Sending love to you,
Vicki Reckson Bueno

September 15, 2017

walter muratori

William E., You and I worked together for 20+ yrs. You were an integral part of our great team. You were always fun to be with. Your sense of humor and unique laugh will always stay with us.
RIP my friend, you are missed.
Sally, our thoughts are with you.
Wally and Susan Muratori

September 14, 2017

Joe & Judi Almaguer

We were so sad to hear about Bill. We are sending tons of hugs. Love, Joe and Judi

September 13, 2017

Deborah Craig

Hope for the future to see my Brother again. When God Fulfills the Lord's Prayer, and his will is done on earth as it is in heaven, and all will be resurrected to a paradise earth. Til then, I will cherish all the wonderful times we shared together.

September 13, 2017

Sheila & Steve Gaffney

RIP Billy. We will miss that laugh and your great sense of humor. We had a lot of fun times. Sally - You are in our thoughts.

September 8, 2017

Errol & Mary Whisler

We will miss you and all your jokes. Lotsa of fun times.
We enjoyed the trips to your house and fun times in the pool playing games.
Thank you for being part of our family.

September 5, 2017

BILL CONWAY III

Dad, you are missed greatly. I will always remember our time together and think of you always when I hear a dirt track car running or the started any college football game. I know you are in heaven looking and watching over us all who loved you so much. Love always, your son.

September 5, 2017

Georgia Vesely

Sally, I am so very sorry for your loss and I am sure Bill is looking down from heaven on you and watching over things for you. I wish you Peace and Blessings at this difficult time.

September 3, 2017

Georgia Vesely

Even though I didn't know Bill that well I am deeply saddened by his loss for you Sally.Words aren't much comfort for what you're going through, but if it helps even a little bit, I want you to know I care and you're never far from my thoughts. God Bless.

September 2, 2017

Betty Donze

You will be missed by all who knew you,you were a gentleman,kind ,generous, had a great sense of humor, a joy to be around when I moved to Florida I came to love both you and Sally. RIP

September 1, 2017

Tom Hewitt

Sally, I am so sorry to hear about Bill passing away. Bill has been a dear friend for almost forty years. A true friend. I will miss him.

September 1, 2017

David Wilkes

So sad to see Billy leave us. Like me, I'm sure everyone that knew him loved his humor and demeanor. So many funny memories. RIP, Billy.

August 30, 2017

Diane Perry

Loved u guys like family n think of u often. Won't ever forget getting u out of the pond.

August 29, 2017

Bret Ritchie

Rest in peace my friend Billy. Thank you for always believing in me. Thank you for all of the laughs we enjoyed together. Thank you for allowing me to smile in the coming years when I think of you.

August 29, 2017

Annette Samela

So sorry to hear about the loss of Billy. I worked with Billy for many years and he was a great boss and person. RIP Billy and sending prayers for Sally and the family. Love, Annette

August 28, 2017

8/28/17
Fond memories of dear friends from many years ago when we lived in Florida. Oh, those fun dinner club nights. May you next adventure be as much fun as your time on earth. with love, Patty & Randy

August 28, 2017

Robert Conway

Bill we will forever miss you. You were always fun to be with. I wish we had been able to have more time together. Fair seas for you my friend.
Love,
Robert, Vickie, Rowdy

August 27, 2017

Jim and Elisha Thornton

We were so sorry to hear the news of Billy. Sally, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

August 27, 2017

Phil and Sonja Miller

We will always remember the great times we had with Bill and Sally. Bill was a great person who always made us laugh. Our condolences to Sally and Bill's family.
May you rest in peace our friend.

August 27, 2017

Sally Conway

I really miss you, hon. I won't any longer be able to hear that great laugh that was only yours and what made me fall in love with you so many years ago. The guys can hardly believe your place at boys' day out is without you. Sometimes when just one person is missing the whole world seems empty and that person is you. Love always, Sally

Posted by Sally Conway

August 26, 2017

Tom Thiel

Billy, you will be sorely missed by all who knew you. Whether it was fishing on the Barnacle Bill, playing our pitiful golf games, attending auto races or Buc and Ray games, the one constant was the jokes and laughs. It's been a honor and pleasure to call you my friend for 30 years. Rest in peace buddy.

August 26, 2017

Tom

Billy, you will be sorely missed by all who knew you. Whether it was fishing on the Barnacle Bill, playing our pitiful golf games, attending auto races or Buc and Ray games, the one constant was the jokes and laughs. It's been a honor and pleasure to call you my friend for 30 years. Rest in peace buddy.

August 26, 2017

Tom

Billy, you will be sorely missed by all who knew you. Whether it was fishing on the Barnacle Bill, playing our pitiful golf games, attending auto races or Buc and Ray games, the one constant was the jokes and laughs. It's been a honor and pleasure to call you my friend for 30 years. Rest in peace buddy.

August 26, 2017

Bill's life was well lived and accomplished. He was a stand up man. My heartfelt condolences to his wonderful wife Sally who took great care of him with love and whom he dearly loved in return.

Larry O'Blander
Lake Placid Florida

August 26, 2017

Sherral Jorgensen

RIP Bill. Will always remember you and your service as one of the Queen's guard on top of the Float. May God bless you and your family!

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