Bill Donnelly
November 16, 2012
Bill Donnelly, 74, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2012.
Bill was born on February 1, 1938, in Oskaloosa, to Helen and Harold Donnelly. He graduated from Oskaloosa High School, and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He served as a mail carrier for 35 years for the United States Postal Service, and in his retirement was a driver for ADESA. Bill enjoyed going to Hawkeye games and was a Packers fan, but he especially loved to watch his grandkids play sports. Bill also enjoyed square dancing and raising horses.
Bill is survived by his wife of 27 years, Nancy; children, Larry Moore, Shelley (Mark) Henry, and Penny (Robey) Orewiler; grandchildren, Tyler Moore, Tyler Henry, Josh Henry, Savannah Orewiler, Madison Orewiler, and Delaney Orewiler; brother, Mike Donnelly; sister, Trudy Snyder; aunt, Jane Hagan; and many other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, November 19, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with a vigil at 6 p.m. Mass will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, at Saint Anthony Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Road.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Bill.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ray Gott
11/20/2012
So sorry to hear of your loss, Bill was a great guy. We had a lot of fun in high school and in subsequent class reunions, I'm the one who teased him with the nickname "Jumbo". Bless you all at this difficult time.
Jim and Linda Silvers
11/20/2012
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Carla Shriver
11/20/2012
I am so sorry for your loss Nancy! It has been many years since we worked together, but I think of you often. I will be praying for you.
Carla Shriver
Sandy Denning
11/19/2012
To Nancy. I remember the fun times we had at square dancing and really miss those days. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Continue to remember the good times you had.
Denise Bagley and family
11/19/2012
My deepest condolences are with you Nancy, and your family, during this difficult time. I will miss Bill's glowing smile and always positive attitude. Heaven has been blessed and we are left here with so many great memories until we see Bill again.