William "Bill" Addy

Bill Addy, beloved grandfather, father and cherished friend died on Friday, October 16, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his daughter, Denise, granddaughter, Brooke, and partner of 5 years, Brenda Whitby. He was 87 years old.

William “Bill” Wayne Addy was born on March 7, 1939, in Canistota, South Dakota. He spoke fondly of growing up in South Dakota with his sister, Berniece and best friend, Dick, who would later marry making the three best friends’ family for life.

Known to possess a strong sense of character and good-naturedness, he laughed recalling how the high school administration never suspected it was him who lured a cow into the school for the senior prank. It was him.

He eventually moved to Illinois where he became President of the Bank of Homewood in Homewood, Illinois where he raised his family and was a beloved community member.

An avid golfer, his friends remember his rare and effortless warmth, easy laughter and sportsmanship. He was the kind of man who celebrated other’s wins more than his own. As his friend, Joe, recalled, “There are some people who don’t just play the game of golf; they make the game better simply by being on the course.”

As a grandfather, he proudly wore clothing from each one of grandchildren’s alma maters making each of them feel special. He never forgot to call on birthdays. He loved visiting New England in the summer for a cup of clam chowder and a boat ride. He was happiest when he had a good chair to read in.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley to whom he was married for 54 years. After a lifetime of waiting for her to get ready, Shirley was waiting in the car this time.

He is survived by his sister Berniece (Richard) Kostboth, daughters Denise (Tom) Powers and Lori (the late Mike) Meehan and his son, Bill (Marie) Addy Jr. As well as his grandchildren, Casey (James) Kerr, Brooke Powers, Patrick (Alyse) Meehan, Tom (Sheyla) Powers, Jacqueline and Meaghan Addy.

He was very proud to be a great-grandfather to Neve and Kieran Kerr, Maggie, McKenna and Monroe Meehan and Charlotte Powers.

His family takes comfort in knowing he spent his last day golfing with his friends, the Fun Bunch, playing Euchre before dinner, watching his beloved Dodgers, and reading one of his many library books. He will be laid to rest next to his wife at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL on Friday, December 11.

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