William Stock

William Joseph Stock
Of Urbandale, Iowa

William Stock, age 76, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 8, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. William was born the son of Everett and Cyrilla (Flood) Stock on March 26, 1945.

Bill grew up in Storm Lake Iowa, and proudly served his country in the United States Army as a member of the Honor Guard. He later moved to the Des Moines Area where he raised his family. Bill worked for Kemin Industries until his retirement. He was a devout Catholic and was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church.

He was an avid sports fan, especially the Iowa State Cyclones, the Cleveland Indians, and the Cleveland Browns. Bill was a lover of golf and enjoyed playing at Hyperion for many years. He will be remembered most for his great sense of humor and his love for spending time with his family and grandkids. Bill was known as a connoisseur of french dip sandwiches, marshmallow shakes, and chocolate chip cookies.

He is lovingly survived by his children, Matt (Katie) Stock, Sarah (Tim) Spence, and Mary Stock; grandchildren, Joey, Tyler, Charlie, Ollie, and Lily; many nieces, nephews, and other loving family members.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings; Anne and Tom.

The family will greet friends Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 16th at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3663 66th St., Urbandale. Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 17th at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Storm Lake.

Memorial Contributions may be directed to either Catholic Charites of Des Moines or American Parkinson Disease Association in Bill’s memory.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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