William Stimson

William “Bill” Rodney Stimson, Retired US Army Sergeant Major

February 15, 1945 ~ February 15, 2016

Bill passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends after a long, courageous battle of 15 years with cancer.

He was born February 15, 1945 in Lewiston, Maine the youngest son of Walter Winfield Stimson and Ruth Nason.

He grew up in the beautiful small town of Mechanic Falls, Maine where he met the love of his life and soul mate, Sheila. They were married August 8, 1970 in New Auburn, Maine. Together they raised six amazing children: Richard William (Nancy), Nancy Ruth (Julie), Ronald Allan, Stephen Warren, Billie Jo Madsen, and Pamela Ellen Briggs. Bill and Sheila were blessed with 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, with one more on the way and who all loved and admired him.

Throughout his 22 years of exemplary career in the military he served numerous tours to Korea, Germany, Fort Riley, KS, West Point, New York, and Defense Depot, Ogden, Utah and served 13 months in the Vietnam War.

He loved fishing, hunting golfing, camping, and gardening. He was a selfless individual who gave to others always and was always there to help at any time even when not feeling 100 % himself.

After 22 years of military service William gave ten years of civil service at Hill Air Base, Ogden, UT. He was recognized on several occasions for his outstanding service and leadership throughout that time.

Bill is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, a brother, David (Nina), numerous nieces, nephews and two sisters-in-law, Nellie Roberts and Roxie Strout. A special thank you to Caregiver Support Network nurse, Jeff; nurses, Michelle, Leila; and CNA, Chelsey for their outstanding support during this time.

Special thanks to all the grandchildren who showed the care and tenderness in caring for their grandfather over the past few days. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 19, 2016 at Lindquist’s Roy Mortuary, 3333 West 5600 South. The family will meet with friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the mortuary.

Interment, West Haven Cemetery.