William L. "Bill" McEnroe, 66, of Bradenton, Florida died on October 19, 2008 at the St. Petersburg General Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was born in Waterloo, Iowa on February 9, 1942, the son of Leo and Hazel Finley McEnroe. Bill served in the US Army from 1960-1963, and later relocated his family to Geargia where he raised his two daughters and fulfilled his dream of captaining his own boat, likely finding him on any given weekend on the waters of Lake Lanier. Bill was always an adventurer and moved to the Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida area in 1992 where many new friends were made. Although he will be missed by those who knew and loved him, we know he will always be with us. Bill is survived by his comapnion of 17 years, Marilyn Bongart, of Bradenton, FL; his daughters: Wendy McEnroe of Gilbert, AZ and Cathleen Holst of Tucker, GA; his brother, Charles McEnroe of Waterloo, IA; and his five grandchildren: Derek, Kayla, Justin, Tyler and Gracie. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Journey Assembly of God Church, 5017 37th Street E., Bradenton, Florida 34203. Should friends desire, donations may be made to the McEnroe Memorial Fund, c/o Marilyn Bongart, P.O. Box 49514, Sarasota, FL 34230. Arrangements entrusted to Veterans Funeral Care, 15381 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, Florida 33760.
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Thoughts of you all fill my mind and heart. Know that I care and prayers are being sent to you all. We miss you and love you guys very much! Love ~ Chris, Nick, and Ashlee
To Marilyn and Bill’s Family,
Even though we had only known Bill for a short time in his life, we quickly keyed into his quiet way of caring about others, especially Marilyn. His fastidious manner in everything he did reflected his military training and his quiet, gentle sense of humor showed his caring about others.
Bill is at peace now because he had finished his work in this world and was called home to God. The memories that he has left with Marilyn will be a daily reminder of the special times they shared together. His gentle, caring way touched everyone he met. Bill will be missed very much, but he will never forgotten.
Bill could always say or do something to cheer my day. He had a quick wit and a wonderful since of humor. He will be greatly missed.
Dear Marilyn and Bill’s Family,
You have my deepest sympathy in the unforseen passing of Bill. Bill was a kind soul and will never be forgotten by me or my family. Atleast now he is in peace with God and out of all the horrible pain he endured. Marilyn,
Dear Marilyn and Bill’s family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through these difficult days. Bill’s memory shall live through the sharing and caring of those he left behind. We only knew him a short time but he touched our hearts by
We shall hold you all close to our hearts and know that we are there at your sides. For family and friends, you all will be in our prayers. Love to you all! Chuck McEnroe and family
I wish Marilyn and all of Bill’s family peace and healing at this difficult time. Bill was a bright light to all he met and will be greatly missed by all who saw his light shine and his constant smile. We will all miss our Mr. Bill. Remembering him fondly,
Jennifer Burman
Marilyn, I am so sad for you. “My” Bill was a wonderful person. It’s hard to believe he is gone, but I know you will be strong. I love you and will keep you in my prayers.
Marilyn, My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and Bills Family in this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Just remember, all those beautiful memories, that you both shared. Stay strong and God Bless You.
No words can express how sad I was to hear of Bill’s passing. Just know that you and your family are in our prayers and that we love you all very much. Love Cindy
Dear Marilyn and Bills family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dennis, Pam, Megan, and Samantha
Dear Marilyn and Bill’s Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We will remember Bill fondly in our hearts and treasure the memories we had with him. He was such a sweet and kind man with a great sense of humor. May you find peace Mr. Bill. We’ll miss you~
Kevin,Brooke,Madison,
Autumn,and Jordyn Heath
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Marilyn as well as with the rest of Bill’s family. May God ease your pain during this trying time…
Love,
Leisa, Aimee, Cameron, and Jeffery
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time!
Marilyn,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and know that your friends are here for you always.
Dear Marilyn,
Henry and I and all of our family are praying for you and all of William’s family.
You hold a very special spot in hearts.
It really meant the world to us when you came all the way to Miami for our son’s Funeral 2 years ago on Nov 14th 2006.
God has a very special plan for you and we will be here for you as part of your Tupperware family.
Stay Strong and God Bless
Henry Someillan and Diane De Varona
and all of the Caliente Sales Team
Special thoughts and prayers go out to you Marilyn and your family. God will comfort you in these days of sorrow. Be good to yourself and your family, and God will see you through. Thinking of you with love
and kindness.
Diane Fleshman
Joseph and I were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing and hold you in our thoughts and prayers. Those we love stay with us in fondest memories and always in our hearts.
May God bless you and hold you in the palm of His hands and give you comfort and strength.
Our love,
Gloria and Joseph Markowski
Harbour Lite
Greg and I are so sorry for your loss Marilyn… We pray the Lord covers you through this most difficult time with His Grace and Comfort. Please let me know if we can help you in any way…
With Love
I am so very sorry for your loss Aunt Marilyn. Bill meant so much to us all. You are in our prayers.
I want to say what I never had a chance to while you were still with us. Grandad: I wish I couldve had more time with you over the years, and gotten to know your stories and you. I know you were a great man with a big heart, and you will ALWAYS be in mine.
i love you and miss you.
I miss you, Dad. So very much.
I love you!
Cat