George W. "Bill" Hutchings
August 24, 2011
George W. “Bill” Hutchings, 70, died August 24, 2011, at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center, after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Bill graduated from Lincoln High School and retired after forty-two years of service at United Airlines. He was an avid Hawkeyes, Packers and Brewers fan. He loved gardening, family, friends, and his Schnauzers. No one was a stranger to Bill.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Toni; his son Joe (Lisa) Hutchings and daughter Penny (Mark) Greenwood; his six grandchildren Megan, Chelsea, and Adam Greenwood, and Jack, Angela, and Francesca Hutchings; and his brother Bob (JoAnn) Hutchings.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents H.W. “Bill” and Mary Louise Hutchings.
A celebration of Bill’s life will take place at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2011, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with visitation from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Valerie Spahr
08/29/2011
Toni, Joe & Penny,
You have been in our prayers since we heard the very sad news of Bill. We pray for your healing and for Bill for his new journey of watching over all of you from "above". We are truely sorry we could not make it down in person; but know we were with you in spirit during the celebration of Bill's life.
Love
Joe & Val
Spahr
Tracey (Fisher) Klisares
08/27/2011
Our thoughts are with you Toni, Joe, and Penny at this time. We share your pain in loosing Bill. He was a terrific guy, one that always had a smile on his face. He was always there to help. We pray for you and give you strength during your difficult time. We are here for you if we can help in any way. Peace be with you and God Bless.
The Morrissey's
08/27/2011
Joe, Lisa, Jack, Angela, and Francesca,
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God takes the soul but not your memories. Please accept our sympathy to you and your family. Best wishes in your time of need.
All our love,
Mark, Amy, Myah and Grant
Mike Siglin
08/27/2011
Hutch was a good man. I always enjoyed talking with him at work. I don't think that the entire time i worked with Hutch that he ever had a bad day. Keep the beer cold for us Hutch, we'll be there before you know it. R.I.P.
Ron Hill
08/26/2011
My thoughts are with you guys in this time of deepest sorrow. Bill was a man who enjoyed life and especially his family. He will be missed by all. My prayers are with all of you. Again I am really sorry. Ron
Jim, Michele. Sarah & Alyssa Beck
08/26/2011
Our sympathy to Toni and the Greenwood & Hutchings families on the loss of a great husband, dad, and grandpa. Bill and his friendly, neighborly smile will be greatly missed. May your fondest memories fill your hearts and heal your sadness during this difficult time. May Bill rest in peace - we know he is in a good place smiling down upon all of us.
STEVE & JANET ALBER
08/26/2011
WE ARE SORRY THAT WE WILL BE UNABLE TO COME BACK FOR THE SERVICE,
BUT OUR PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY.
Linda (Samo) Jensen
08/26/2011
My condolences to Bill's family including Bob and his family, too. I knew Bill and Bob when we were children growing up together in the old Dean Ave./E. 16th St. neighborhood. I was saddened to hear of the passing of one of these Hutchings "boys." So sorry for your profound loss.
Michele, Dave, CeCe & Sophie Sanzobrin
08/26/2011
Our condolences go out to you Joe, Lisa, Jack, Angela and Frannie. We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father/Grandfather. We will keep you and your extended family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick Lang & Family
08/26/2011
Joe, Penny and Toni,
Teri let me know about Bill passing away this morning. I hold very, very fond memories of all of you from the "neighborhood". I will be thinking about you all in this tough time.
Take care,
Rick
Michele Greenwood
08/25/2011
May God Bless Bill and your Families Penny and Joe. Just remember that Dad, Jim Greenwood, welcomed him with open arms and was ready for their journey to being together in our Lord's Kingdom. He was an awesome Father and friend to us all and he will be "GREATLY" missed!! We love you all and your in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!!
Michael, Michele, Ashley, Alex and Brandon Greenwood
Laureese
08/25/2011
I feel so grateful to have been a part of Slick Willy's life. He was something else! To my Hutchings and Greenwood family, I love you all. Maybe Bill can help the Hawkeyes win some games this year! We can use all of the help we can get!!