William "Willie" Arthur McCleary's Obituary
William Arthur “Willie” McCleary age 57 of Fredonia, died Saturday, January 16, 2016 at his home. William was born on August 25, 1958, in Colfax, Iowa., the son of Arthur Jacob and Viola Verona (Reed) McCleary.
William attended Independence High School, and drove semi most of his working life. On October 28, 1995 in Fredonia, KS he married Annette “Kay” Chism.
William enjoyed playing golf, the Denver Broncos, riding motorcycles, and restoring classic cars. Before his illness, William enjoyed bird hunting, riding horses, and going fishing. Most of all, William enjoyed being around his family and friends
Including his wife Annette, William is survived by:
Son:
Craig Carrillo of Aurora, CO
Daughter:
Trudy Petty and husband Charles of Sapulpa, OK
Brother:
Wayne Whitaker and wife Sue of Salisaw, OK
Sisters:
Paula Crigger and Kay Price both of Seligman, MO
6 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren
William was preceded in death by his parents
Cremation has been requested with a memorial service to be held on Friday, January 22, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Countryside Funeral Home in Fredonia. Online condolences may be left at: www.countryisdefh.com. Memorials have been suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services have been entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736
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