George William "Bill" Futrell, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011. The son of the late Leon T. and Beulah Futrell, he was born on June 14, 1930 and grew up in Akron. Bill met the love of his life, Kathleen C. Bradley; they were married Aug. 9, 1952. They had five children: Thomas "Tom" and Ronnie; Joseph "Mike" and Elaine; John "Ned" and Sandy; James "Andy"; and Kathryn "Suzie" and David.

They bought a piece of land on Encino Drive in Manchester. Dad, his father, father-in-law, uncle, brother-in-law, and many, many friends built this home brick by brick. He was very proud of that fact.

In 2004w, Bill lost the love of his life, Kathleen "Babe" and his companion, Hoss.

Along with his children, he is survived by four grandchildren, Jason Futrell, Michael (Kelly) Futrell, Desiree (Steve) Cespedes, and Eric Futrell; six great grandchildren, Madison Kathleen Sullivan, Haley Futrell, Lucis Futrell, Bay Bay Palmari, Betty Palmari, and MacKenzie Palmari; sister, Bonnie Kay (Bob) Scaadt; and brother, James Lee "Butchie" (Janet).

He was a very kind and gentle soul. He left his mark on everyone he met. He will be sadly missed in more ways than one.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Dunn-Quigley Funeral Home (811 Grant St.) where Rev. John Stall will officiate at funeral services on Thursday at 11:00. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery will follow.

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