William A Bilbo

February 29, 1924 - November 1, 2016

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William A. Bilbo departed this life on November 1, 2016, he was preceded in death by his loving wife (Rosa) and daughter (Pamela).   William moved to Seattle in 1953 with his family. He quickly secured a job at the Boeing Company where he worked until he retired in 1988. 

William was an avid fisherman whether lake or deep sea, it was a hobby he enjoyed with his wife.  William was known as “Tush” or “Bill” to family and friends.  He was the neighborhood mechanic, always willing to help out anyone with mechanical issues.  He was an avid sports fan; he would watch sports from sun up until sundown.  He was a long time member of Mt. Zion Baptist church, where he served on the usher board. 

He leaves to mourn his passing, his daughter Sherryl Bilbo, his niece Beulah (Bea) King his grandchildren William T, Ceceli, Joel and Jordan. His great children William Jr, Chynna Rose, Kalli, Joel Jr, Lola and a host of family and friends.

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Bonita Bilton
Bonita Bilton
5 years ago

May God strengthen you and your family. My prayers are with you.

Frank b. Jackson sr.
Frank b. Jackson sr.
5 years ago

Rip cousin

Margerete. Campbell
Margerete. Campbell
5 years ago

The time we shared in July was awesome. Thankful God allowed one more visit,because we never know. He enjoyed the family, and we enjoyed him. My life is so much richer for the acquaintance. Rest well uncle Tush.

Margerete

Phillip Patterson
Phillip Patterson
5 years ago

Our deepest sincere condolences to the family in your tine of bereavement.

May the grace of our heavenly Father be upon you as I’ve also been taught thank the lord on all things…

Glenda Bilbo Pitre
Glenda Bilbo Pitre
5 years ago

Praying for the family sorry for the lost of your love one. Cousin Tush will truly be missed. Rest in peace cousin.

David Pickett
David Pickett
5 years ago

May God’s Angeles watch over your soul as it makes its way to Heaven!

Joel Aurther Bilbo
Joel Aurther Bilbo
5 years ago

I wish I could of told you myself grandpa, that I love and miss you. Tell my mom hello for me.

Diane
Diane
5 years ago

“Bilbo” was such a fun-loving man, with a quick sense of humor and a very kind heart. He will be missed greatly yet cherished forever!

Otis Bilbo
Otis Bilbo
5 years ago

I will miss you uncle

Darcus Taylor
Darcus Taylor
5 years ago

Sending love to the family. May your heart be made full with the joy of the Lord! Prayers of peace in your hearts to replace the pain. God loves you all!

Leonard & Edith Elion
Leonard & Edith Elion
5 years ago

We’re so sorry for your family’s loss and are praying for you all. God bless! The Elion’s

Sheila Guy-Snowden
Sheila Guy-Snowden
5 years ago

Condolences to you and your family.

Deborah W Bilbo
Deborah W Bilbo
5 years ago

With heart felt sympathy. Glad he got to enjoy himself in Texas and Louisiana this summer.

LINDA MARIE BILBO
LINDA MARIE BILBO
5 years ago

HI MY NAME IS LINDA,DAUGHTER OF MARIE(JAY) n ELSON BILBO SR. MY HEART IS BROKEN I AM SO SORRY,YOU KNOW I TALK TO UNCLE TUSH A COUPLE OF DAYS BEFORE THE FAMILY GATHERING, AND MADE A DATE FOR ME TO SEE HIM,I WAS SO SAD THAT I DIDN’T HAVE THE CHANCE TO HUG HIM BEFORE HE LEFT, TO GO BACK HM. I I REALLY FELT BAD ABOUT THE FACT OF NOT SEEING HIM. LOVE YOU UNCLE TUSH, I WILL MISS YOU. SHERRYL IM SO SORRY FOR OUR LOSS WISH I COULD BE THEIR WITH YOU TO SHARE THE LOSS OF A GREAT MAN, TAKE CARE MY BABY GIVE MY LOVE AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE REST OF THE FAMILY.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. HE’S WITH OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN..FEELING NO PAIN….LOVE YOU GUYS YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS..

Jacki Bilbo Mason
Jacki Bilbo Mason
5 years ago

My deepest condolences to Our Bereaved Family in the loss of Cousin William “Tush” It was a Joy to meet you at the 2005 & just recently 2016 Family ReUnion. Wow you were The Bilbo Eldest Family Descendent we loved you, yet God loved you most. You will be forever Remembered. Cousin Tush RIH!