Obituary for William H. Johnson III
Webster: Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the age of 87 passed away surrounded by family. He is predeceased by his grandson, Daniel Johnson Survived by his wife of 64 years, Marilyn; children, Merilee (Scott) Kenning, William IV (Jennifer), Brian (Kris), Penny Weldon and Jodie (Jerry) Fretto; 7 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Sheila Huber; many nieces and nephews.
Bill worked for 28 years at Xerox as a Production Manager, from 1961-1989 and never missed a day of work. In his younger years he enjoyed working on cars, snowmobiling, playing cards and spending time with good friends. After he retired Bill and Marilyn moved to Florida in 1989 where they enjoyed the sunshine and beautiful weather. They moved to Leland, NC in 2005, and most recently resided in Webster, NY. While his rheumatoid arthritis limited some of his physical activities in his later years, he enjoyed tinkering around and kept busy. He loved Marilyn's cooking and all the delicious sweet treats she would always bake for him. He enjoyed time with his family, who he loved very much, including all the grand pups that brought him much joy.
A special thank you to Bill’s daughter, Merilee, for her tireless and loving care through this period of Bill’s declining health. The family would also like to thank the staff of Hospice Care for being so compassionate and providing wonderful care leading up to his passing.
Family and friends are welcome Saturday, December 17th from 2-4pm at the Profetta Funeral Chapel 1650 Empire Blvd. Services will be held privately by the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice in William's name.
Bill worked for 28 years at Xerox as a Production Manager, from 1961-1989 and never missed a day of work. In his younger years he enjoyed working on cars, snowmobiling, playing cards and spending time with good friends. After he retired Bill and Marilyn moved to Florida in 1989 where they enjoyed the sunshine and beautiful weather. They moved to Leland, NC in 2005, and most recently resided in Webster, NY. While his rheumatoid arthritis limited some of his physical activities in his later years, he enjoyed tinkering around and kept busy. He loved Marilyn's cooking and all the delicious sweet treats she would always bake for him. He enjoyed time with his family, who he loved very much, including all the grand pups that brought him much joy.
A special thank you to Bill’s daughter, Merilee, for her tireless and loving care through this period of Bill’s declining health. The family would also like to thank the staff of Hospice Care for being so compassionate and providing wonderful care leading up to his passing.
Family and friends are welcome Saturday, December 17th from 2-4pm at the Profetta Funeral Chapel 1650 Empire Blvd. Services will be held privately by the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice in William's name.