William R. Wurl, Jr., 74 of Huntley, died peacefully, January 12, 2019 with his family by his side.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 16, 2018 from 2:00pm until 7:00pm with a service at 7pm all at DeFiore Funeral Home -10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to CUREPSP- Foundation http://www.curepsp.org/ or Buffalo Grove Booster Club/ attention: Athletic Department https://bghs.d214.org/parents/bison-boosters/#
William was born August 11, 1944 in Chicago, the son of William R. Sr., and Mabel. On August 17, 1968 he married Janet L. Edwards. He worked as a teacher and later as a career counselor. He was a baseball coach, a die-hard Sox and Bear’s fan, an avid golfer and enjoyed all sports. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend; he will be missed by all who knew him. Bill had a great sense of humor, positive attitude and faced his disease with great courage and strength.
He is survived by his wife, Janet, his children, Denise (C.J.) Scheidegger, Diane (Matthew) Doll, by his grandchildren, Rebecca, Tim, Adam, Samantha, Christopher, Michael, Jeffrey and Stephen. He is survived by his sister, Heidi Welborn, sister-in-law, Joyce Warnelis and by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I know he will be missed. My memory of Bill is that he always made us laugh. RIP
His disease tortured both of us. We will miss the fun... the pure joy of having fun! May he RIP, in all of our hearts and minds.... forever.
I’m so sorry to hear this news. Bill was a kind, crazy guy. Many good memories of times together.
Sending our love and prayers!!!
So sorry to hear of Mr Wurl passing...... He was a great baseball coach (class 82) and made the game a lot of fun...( he spay painted our bases orange)... he was always very nice and his upbeat personality was infectious... he will be missed... Love the DuVal's
So very sorry for the loss of Bill. What a great friend and colleague to us all the years in District #214. Separate card will be sent to Jan.
Denise and family, May The Lord be with you and fill you with peace and love all as you say Goodbye. Be kind to each other during this difficult time. I love you, Denise!!!!! Xoxoxo
So sorry to hear about coach's passing. But we will always have the memories of one of my favorite people and coach. Thanks coach for making baseball fun for all. Tom Lahrman (class of 82). RIP
We were family friends and often got together!! We were baseball teammates . He was our catcher when we won the Ill. Babe Ruth State Championship in , I think 1960. When a hitter swung and missed, he would often show the hitter the ball.We often golfed together and he always won. He was a great father and husband and friend. I will dearly miss him!! ,
Jan, Denise, Diane, & Family, Our condolences to you all on the loss of Bill. I’ve known Bill since 1953. We were school mates, played on the same teams in Little League and Babe Ruth League Baseball, golfed together, went to see many White Sox games, and were best of friends. Bill was Best Man at our wedding in 1971. We cherished the past 12 years we’ve had with Bill & Jan since we moved back to Illinois and Del Webb’s Sun City from Maryland. May the Lord comfort you at this time of sorrow. Love Gary & Viki Egan
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He had such a great sense of humor - he made coming to work (at BG) fun & full of surprises. He liked to tease me but always in just & fun! He made me feel so welcome at BG! The world has lost a special person!
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He had such a great sense of humor - he made coming to work (at BG) fun & full of surprises. He liked to tease me but always in just & fun! He made me feel so welcome at BG! The world has lost a special person!
I’m so sorry for your loss. We’re sending our love and prayers.
Baseball team mate, college room mates, best man, one of my best friends. Everybody up there is laughing right now...
One of my best friends EVER!! We were born a day apart in the same hospital so Bill was my longest friend ever. I was a day older and for years he would call me on my BD and call me an old man. My teammate and opponent in different sports. He was a great competitor. Our dads died only months apart when we were teenagers and we supported each other during those tough times. We laughed and cried together. I will deeply miss him. May God give Jan, the girls, and Heidi his love and peace during this difficult time. RIP my buddy!!
Sending hugs and kisses to all of you from sunny hot Florida. Wish that I could be there. Sending prayers.
Bill was my brother-in-law for more than fifty years and although he was my only brother-in-law I am sure that if I had had several he would still have been my favorite. I met Bill when he was still in school at Bloomington Normal and dating my sister-in-law Janet. He was a better golfer than I was and I NEVER beat him in a golf match but he always took my money, or a drink with a smile. I have many treasured memories of times spent with Bill. My love to Janet, Denise, Diane and their children, and Heidi. May God protect Bill and his family, Joe
Dear Jan, I’m so sorry for the loss of your dear Bill. May your wonderful memories and shared good times sustain you. I’ll be thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Love, Carol
I was so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. I remember his infectious laugh ringing across the BG Math/Science workroom. He made me laugh often and reminded me not to take myself so seriously. It was never dull when Bill was around because he always knew how to lighten things up. He will be deeply missed.
I was so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. I remember his infectious laugh ringing across the BG Math/Science workroom. He made me laugh often and reminded me not to take myself so seriously. It was never dull when Bill was around because he always knew how to lighten things up. He will be deeply missed.
I met Bill through his sister, Heidi. It was great to meet him, he was a very good man and he and Heidi were so great together with their senses of humor!!! I know Heidi loved him very much for being such a great brother. He will be missed. Barbara Russo
I met Bill through his sister, Heidi. It was great to meet him, he was a very good man and he and Heidi were so great together with their senses of humor!!! I know Heidi loved him very much for being such a great brother. He will be missed. Barbara Russo
We are so very sorry. Bill was so much fun to be around at BG. God bless him and his family.
My sincerest condolences to Mr. Wurl's family. I had the privilege of being his student at BGHS. He was a fine teacher and a wonderful mentor.
Bill and I first met in August, 1962 at Illinois State University. We shared so many good times together that I actually never wanted to graduate. Our crazy times and laughs went on for years. Goodbye "Ole Friend"....you will truly be missed!
Jan - so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. A favorite coach to many, including me, at BGHS. Everyone will remember his positive attitude, great sense of humor and passion for the game.
"Top of the morning to you! No place I'd rather be, nothing else I'd rather be doing!" I will never forget that, every morning..... what a good life was ended by that horrible disease Altzeihmer's. I remember Bill with a smile.
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In every ending, there is a new beginning. May you know the love of God and God's people as you mourn Bill. Hugs!
My sincere condolences to Bill’s family on his passing. I will always remember Bill as one of my first advisors and mentors as I was entering teaching. His sense of humor was epic at BG, and he will be greatly missed. RIP Bill.
So sorry to hear the passing of Bill. He will be missed. We will miss his smile and sense of humor. Many great memories especially through our association of baseball and teaching. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
So sorry I’m not in town to pay my condolences. Hopefully we can get together in the near future.
So sorry I’m not in town to pay my condolences. Hopefully we can get together in the near future.
Hey Jan, Denise, Diane and Wurl family. I'm so sorry about Bill's passing. I am praying for you in this time of mourning (and celebration). I have such wonderful memories of Bill. He was a person in my life growing-up who always made me feel good about myself and my abilities. I am forever grateful for that. Unfortunately, I cannot join you today for the services due to a work trip in LA. But I will be there in spirit. Love you all.
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with Bill in Arizona. Great time and great memories for all of my friends that met him the first time. A wonderful man that was adored by many of us. Rest in peace Coach Wurl
Many of my other math colleagues at BGHS taught me about teaching math, but Bill taught me how to have fun while doing it. He started each day at BGHS with laughs and energy, and taught all of us to enjoy teaching our students. He impacted both the staff and students in many ways. May he rest in peace, and continues to say, "Nothing I'd rather be doing."
Had hoped to share from time to time our retirement lives in Tucson. So sorry that never happened! Bill was a good man. He brought many smiles to those in the Rolling Meadows HS counseling department. Jan, now that Bill is at peace, hope your life is blessed with family and many friends helping you create a new fulfilling life centered on your happiness.
Sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I was a classmate of his in grammar school and always remembered his positive attitude and friendliness. Best regards, Anthony, Christina and children.
Sincere condolences on behalf of my father; Alvin Deering
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