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William Arthur Stapleson, Jr.
February 26, 1953 ~ January 5, 2016 (age 62) 62 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Brenda
February 2, 2019 5:26 PM
Honey, I still miss you everyday.....Love Honey Bunny
A candle was lit by BRENDA
on February 2, 2019 5:24 PM
Message from jessica
January 9, 2018 9:39 AM
I miss you and love you so much. Thank you for being by my side and protecting me in this life. I am sorry I did not write to you on Christmas. Mom spent it with us and the kids. Which was a first and very nice. I try to keep an eye on her for you. I know that you are always with us. Please always be by my side.
A candle was lit by Jessica
on January 9, 2018 9:34 AM
Message from Jessica & Brenda
May 14, 2017 1:56 PM
We miss you so much. Even though today is Mother's Day it is still important to have the strength of a Father in your life. Thank you for reminding me every day how important is to be brave and to praise god for every second we have on this earth. Love you dad and because of mom I can carry you with me at all times.
A candle was lit by Jessica & Brenda
on May 14, 2017 1:53 PM
A candle was lit by Honey bunny
on February 15, 2017 8:12 PM
Message from Jessica
December 21, 2016 11:48 AM
I miss you so much and wish you were here with us. I know you are watching over us and with us in spirit. I love you. Merry Christmas.
A candle was lit by Jessica
on December 21, 2016 11:46 AM
Message from Jessica
November 3, 2016 11:31 PM
I love you and miss you. We spread your ashes at all your favorite places to visit. I hope you are very happy to be forever at your favorite places. I am going to send you a picture of some of your favorite girls. Mom made the day very special for you and us.
A candle was lit by Jessica
on November 3, 2016 11:25 PM
Message from Brenda Ruether
August 16, 2016 9:06 PM
Brenda, Thank You for sharing those wonderful moments in Aruba. I pray that for especially today, that you will be able to laugh and remember all the 30 + years you had with Bill. I have many wonderful memories myself with both of you. Laughter and playing cards, and sharing Jesus. One day all things will become clear.
Thank You Brenda for taking such good care of Bill. May You have the Peace of the LORD. I'm sure Bill is eagerly cheering us on to continue in the faith!
Thankful to the LORD for Billy ! Love you, brenda (cousin)
Thank You Brenda for taking such good care of Bill. May You have the Peace of the LORD. I'm sure Bill is eagerly cheering us on to continue in the faith!
Thankful to the LORD for Billy ! Love you, brenda (cousin)
Message from Uncle Don and Aunt Evelyn
August 11, 2016 2:06 PM
We got your letter. What wonderful thing to do for Bill. We pray that the peace of the Lord will be with you and ease your time of mourning. Keep in touch. We love you.
Message from rebecca serth
August 2, 2016 10:21 PM
I am glad Brenda wrote me a letter. I did not know when the memorial was but am just sending a note for everyone. Bill was and always will be a wonderful part of my life. When we were young he visited with his mom and dad and brother to our house in New York. We always had a great time and it seemed EVERY time Bill came up he ended up at the emergency room with a cut or a nail in his foot or something, Sooo adventurous and fun to play with. As we got older he was always happy to be with family, a great guy for sure. He was always there to lend an ear. Sweet William will be missed. Love you Billy!!!!
A candle was lit by Rebc Serth ( cousin)
on August 2, 2016 10:12 PM
A candle was lit by Stephanie Lehrmann
on July 16, 2016 12:54 PM
Message from Stephanie Lehrmann
July 16, 2016 12:53 PM
The memorial was absolutely beautiful from the the blue waters and sky to the sunset and fireworks that night. It was very heartwarming to be gathered around in the water to say our goodbyes as we spread your ashes in the spot you and Aunt Brenda had shared so many happy memories together. I know in my heart that you will always be with us and I will miss you so much. I loved our talks about New Zealand and hope that you will find your way to those white shores again. I love you Uncle Bill!
Message from Stephanie Lehrmann
July 16, 2016 12:49 PM
Uncle Bill, I feel very blessed to be a part of your memorial service in Aruba. It was such a special trip for all those involved and allowed us to talk of our memories and time with you. We all know that you were there with us everyday, the signs were all around
A candle was lit by Jessica and Kyle
on July 9, 2016 6:36 PM
Message from Kyle and Jessica
July 9, 2016 6:35 PM
What a unique opportunity to be a part of your memorial. It was a beautiful sunset and the sea seemed calmed. Being with family as your ashes flowed all around us, there seemed to be a peace accompanied with a silence like we were the only ones in a huge blue Caribbean Ocean. A very beautiful goodbye indeed. I hope you enjoy your home with the constant waves crashing upon the rocks and the peaceful sound of palm trees swaying in the trade winds. Love you and miss you always Jessica and Kyle.
Message from Honey Bunny
July 9, 2016 6:10 PM
Just got back from the 30th wedding anniversary trip to Aruba. I dropped your ashes in the Caribbean sea at our favorite spot. You told me before I left that everything would be fine. It was. Your presence was there everyday. I didn't realize that not only was I saying goodbye to you but our place as well. The trip was perfect. You made sure that there were many surprises along the way. I love you. I miss you. I enjoyed our memorial to you and the fireworks were just the perfect finishing touch. Our last night was the family time that everyone needed. You brought us together. Thank you my love. My heart aches for you everyday......
A candle was lit by Honey Bunny
on July 9, 2016 5:41 PM
A candle was lit by Taylor Collins
on July 6, 2016 9:29 PM
Message from Taylor Collins
July 6, 2016 9:28 PM
The memorial we had at your favorite vacation spot was very heartwarming. I'm glad that I was able to be apart of the trip to Aruba with the family and it makes my heart happy that apart of you will always be at the place you enjoyed so much. You are missed very much and you will always be in my heart. Thank you for always showing me love and understanding with every conversation we had. You may not have been blood but you were family to me. Love you uncle bill <3 <3
Message from Kody and Rosie
June 19, 2016 12:25 PM
happy fathers day poppop
A candle was lit by Kody and Rosie
on June 19, 2016 12:23 PM
Message from Jessica
June 19, 2016 12:23 PM
Happy Father's Day. We love you and miss you very much. I am sorry you can't be with us now but you are always in our thoughts. I hope you are watching down on me and proud of everything we do.
A candle was lit by Jessica & Kyle
on June 19, 2016 12:19 PM
A candle was lit by Patti Strickland
on March 18, 2016 12:38 PM
Message from bee
January 31, 2016 6:10 PM
Bill, you will be missed so very much, i enjoyed having you in my life. I will miss your quirky and dry sense of humor. it`s not going to be the same now when i go visit Brenda on Fridays and you won`t be there to help me give my sister a hard time. we had lot`s of laughs. I will always love and carry you in my heart
Love you, Bee
Love you, Bee
A candle was lit by bee shenton,patrick and brandon lester
on January 31, 2016 6:01 PM
A candle was lit by Stephanie and Toren Lehrmann
on January 29, 2016 5:08 PM
A candle was lit by Vicki Shorb
on January 25, 2016 3:45 PM
A candle was lit by Katlynn Peach
on January 21, 2016 10:48 AM
A candle was lit by Teresa Scott
on January 14, 2016 1:37 PM
Message from Sharon & Woody
January 14, 2016 10:35 AM
Brenda and family . Bill is at peace at last with his heavenly Father in a place where there is no pain or sadness . I know he did not want to leave his earthly family but his work here was done . We that are left behind grieve but know he is joyful and happy. We will all meet again. It Takes time to understand how God works, I know. Love and prayers. Sharon and Woody
A candle was lit by Sharon &Woody Head
on January 14, 2016 10:26 AM
A candle was lit by Kathy Foltz
on January 14, 2016 8:52 AM
A candle was lit by Dawn Taylor
on January 14, 2016 6:44 AM
Message from marian witt
January 13, 2016 3:47 PM
my prayers are with bills family and friends. i know he will be missed but i like to think that he is now able to do what he loved, hiking along and not a care in the world. rest well bill
A candle was lit by Connie Sellars
on January 12, 2016 5:21 PM
A candle was lit by pop
on January 12, 2016 11:07 AM
A candle was lit by Sara McColligan
on January 10, 2016 3:35 PM
Message from The Nelms Family
January 10, 2016 1:23 PM
May God bring peace to your family and comfort you with his love and care. He will never forsake the righteous but he will grab hold of you until the time comes when death is no more.
A candle was lit by granny
on January 10, 2016 1:22 PM
Message from Linda and Charlie Shenton
January 10, 2016 10:27 AM
Bill, we will always remember your great smile. Your smile could always light up the room. We so enjoyed talking to you and sharing stories. We also admired what a great husband, father and grandfather you were. We feel blessed to have had you as our brother in law. You have been such a strong fighter for so long. Now you are at peace with our Lord.
A candle was lit by Linda Shenton
on January 10, 2016 10:18 AM
Message from Kyle Sellars
January 9, 2016 8:55 PM
First in my prayers, now in my heart
Death is the only thing that keeps us apart
We all know you could not stay
Life never ends on a good day
A long hard battle, you gave a good fight
Now you have gone, but just out of my sight
So it is not good-bye or see you later
It is until we meet again, in heaven, with our creator.
-Love your son Kyle
Death is the only thing that keeps us apart
We all know you could not stay
Life never ends on a good day
A long hard battle, you gave a good fight
Now you have gone, but just out of my sight
So it is not good-bye or see you later
It is until we meet again, in heaven, with our creator.
-Love your son Kyle
A candle was lit by Kyle Sellars
on January 9, 2016 8:46 PM
Message from Rosie Sellars
January 9, 2016 8:38 PM
Dear Poppop,,
I will never forget you.You will always be in my heart. I will try my best to try things that I never tried before. I will make you proud. I love you.
I will never forget you.You will always be in my heart. I will try my best to try things that I never tried before. I will make you proud. I love you.
Message from Jessica
January 9, 2016 8:04 PM
Dear Dad,
I believe that we have people come into our lives for a reason You brought so many good qualities and wisdom to who I have grown into today. I was truly blessed to have you at mine and my mother's side. You were an excellent provider, protector, and mentor. Thank you for teaching me all of these things. The thing I think that has helped me the most is to be a fighter. When times and things are tough, you fight. I watched you fight so much, more than what any other man could possibly endure. It was very hard to see that but I want you to know that it is okay because in the end we started to see the light in you and every thing you were grow dim. Now we light these candles to keep your light shining. There will always be a piece of you in all of us that will never fade away and make us fighters. I am just a little more blessed than some others who knew you because I was your daughter. I love you dad and I know that you are watching over us now. I hope that I always make you proud.
I believe that we have people come into our lives for a reason You brought so many good qualities and wisdom to who I have grown into today. I was truly blessed to have you at mine and my mother's side. You were an excellent provider, protector, and mentor. Thank you for teaching me all of these things. The thing I think that has helped me the most is to be a fighter. When times and things are tough, you fight. I watched you fight so much, more than what any other man could possibly endure. It was very hard to see that but I want you to know that it is okay because in the end we started to see the light in you and every thing you were grow dim. Now we light these candles to keep your light shining. There will always be a piece of you in all of us that will never fade away and make us fighters. I am just a little more blessed than some others who knew you because I was your daughter. I love you dad and I know that you are watching over us now. I hope that I always make you proud.
A candle was lit by Jessica
on January 9, 2016 7:39 PM
A candle was lit by Michelle Shipley
on January 8, 2016 10:05 PM
A candle was lit by Donta rose
on January 8, 2016 7:02 PM
A candle was lit by Rosie Sellars
on January 8, 2016 4:34 PM
A candle was lit by Kody Sellars
on January 8, 2016 4:32 PM
A candle was lit by Rebekah Mann
on January 8, 2016 7:38 AM
A candle was lit by Debra Janney
on January 8, 2016 5:48 AM
A candle was lit by Elvie Jenkins
on January 7, 2016 7:33 PM
A candle was lit by Brandon lester
on January 7, 2016 5:35 PM
A candle was lit by HoneyBunny
on January 7, 2016 5:08 PM
Message from HoneyBunny
January 7, 2016 5:07 PM
To my loving husband and soulmate. We had a wonderful life. I will miss you so much. You have given so many memories to cherish. You fought a long hard battle. The battle is done. You flew out of this world like a soaring eagle. You left behind a wake of comfort, peace and healing. I thank you for those precious gifts, as they will sustain me until we meet again. Good night my sweet prince.
Message from Taylor
January 7, 2016 5:02 PM
You will always be remembered and in my heart. Thank you for all our laughs and great talks. You were an amazing person. Love always taylor xoxo
A candle was lit by Taylor Collins
on January 7, 2016 4:59 PM
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