August 31, 1939 – July 12, 2019
William F. “Bill” Conway Sr., 79, Cicero, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. He was born on August 31, 1939 to Reginald and Mary Dorothy (Bliss) Conway in Detroit, Mich.
Bill proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He retired after 26 years as an auto mechanic for Sears and K-Mart. Bill was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church and the Navy Club Ship 29 of Hamilton County. He was active with Toys for Tots and enjoyed researching the history of WWII. A NASCAR fan, Bill also followed the Detroit Lions and the Detroit Red Wings.
He is survived by his son, William F. Conway Jr.; and grandson, Logan Conway.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Conway, in 2016; and brothers, Thomas Conway in 2016, and John Conway in 2019.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, Noblesville, with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Navy Club will be performing honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Triangle, VA 22172.
Arrangements
Calling: Noon to 1 p.m., July 27
Service: 1 p.m., July 27
Location: Randall & Roberts Funeral Center
Condolences: randallroberts.com