William ''Bill'' Eugene Wing, Jr.
July 8, 1929 - August 20, 2004
Obituary
William Eugene Wing, Jr.
Bill Wing, 75, was born in San Francisco, CA. on July 8, 1929, and passed away August 20, 2004 at his home in SeaTac, WA. Bill grew up in the Three Tree Point area, and graduated from Highline H.S. in 1947. He went on to graduate from the University of Washington in 1951, and remained a loyal Husky sports fan for life. Bill worked in the insurance and financial planning industry for most of his career. He was the owner of Wing Asset Management, a Seattle financial planning business. Bill’s survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Kathleen J. Wing of SeaTac; Two sons; David Susan Wing of Bainbridge Island; Barry Alex Wing of Sumner. One daughter; Cynthia Waters of Sumner; four grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Wing of Benton City, WA; two nephews and one niece. Bill was an Eagle Scout, and later served as Scoutmaster of Troop 358 in McMicken Heights. He was an avid mountain climber, skier, and hiker. Bill found joy in teaching his children, and Scouts, the thrill of exploring the outdoors. Bill served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and had remained active with the local Marine Support Group. In recent years, he attended several Marine Corps reunions and renewed friendships with people he cared a great deal about. Bill was an active member of the Burien Lions Club. Bill loved his family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service to be held at 1:00pm on Friday, September 3, 2004, at the Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St. Kent. Reception to follow at Bill’s home, 4244 S. 184th St., in SeaTac. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Bill’s name to The Swedish Heart Institute. Arrangements entrusted to BONNEY-WATSON, Washington Memorial.
With sincere condolences and fond memories of growing up next door at Three Tree Point in the ’40’s.
Tom Pugh and the Pugh Family.
We were sorry to read about the death of Bill. Kerm still remembers some of the great times we had in law school. Bill was a wonderful person who had many friends. He will be missed by all who came in contact with his warm personality.
Barry and Family,
We send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
God Bless You,
Doug and Pam Okubo
Bill and I met when he presented investment porfolio information to our teaching staff some 20+ years ago. However he approached me with his wonderful smile and said I already know you through your mom and dad. He also related wonderful stories about a couple of my uncles. Why am I sharing this? I am sharing this because that was the type of warm and friendly guy he was to many people in the community. He actually did not mention any more about his business presentation, but was sincerely engaged with catching up and telling wonderful stories he had about my family. In fact I had to remind him to give me forms because he was never about “making the pitch or sale” but was all about connecting on a personal and caring level. I am sure there are wonderful stories that will continue to be shared by this great guy.
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our sincere condolences on your loss.
Ping,Ruby & Cheryl Chow
Blessings to the Wing Family as you say ‘goodbye’ to your husband, father and grandfather. I know how very proud he was of his children and their accomplishments. He once told me he ‘couldn’t be more proud’ of his children. His love for Kathy was evident in the sparkle in this eyes when he said her name.
Love and Hugs to you all,
Joyce & Don Ragsdale
My mama always told me that “the proof is in the pudding”. I look at the legacy that Bill left with his children and you can immediately see the positive impact he had on this world. To Kathy, all my love and sympathy to you. To Dave, Barry and Cindy…you are great people who come from a great family and you had a fantastic father. You were very lucky. All the best. Duncan
We will miss Bill’s wonderful smile. He was an inspiration to Rod when he was in scouts.