William John "Bill" Eason
William John "Bill" Eason
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While living in eastern North Carolina, he met the love of his life (Brenda Shoaf) at East Carolina University. He was smitten and they would marry in July of 1969. They would begin their journey in Battle Creek and later move to Marshall. Together they would share many wonderful years of travel and time with family and their many friends.
Bill would find his true calling in working at the powerhouse at Kellogg's and serving as Vice President of the Union. He was a member of the 25 Year Club. After retirement, Bill and Brenda would winter in Lexington, NC. They purchased a cabin that Bill referred to as the "Honeymoon Cottage" next door to Brenda's family homestead.
Bill is survived by his wife Brenda, his brother Tom (Anna) Eason of Trussville, AL, sister Kathy Papke of Salisbury, NC, brother in-law Jim Keeler of Portage, MI, sister in-law Monica (Don) Faulkner, sister in-law Toni Lanning both of Lexington, NC and many nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Meredythe Eason, sister Merry Ellen Eason, Brenda's parents Hartley and Hazel Shoaf.
Cremation has taken place. Final Interment will be at a later date. Bill's presence will be missed but his memories we will treasure.
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Terry Tobias
February 26, 2025
I was saddened to learn of Bill's passing. I first met Bill when he was a night shift police officer at Battle Creek PD. He was gracious enough to allow a baby faced 18 year old police cadet to ride with him on patrol. He was patient to listen to my questions and respond with thoughtful answers that I took to heart. The effect he had on me, at the beginning of my police career was profound, and I'll be forever grateful.
A few years later, we would work together at Arms & Sundries. Unfortunately, he quickly learned that he could make me laugh uncontrollably simply by making faces. He used this tactic frequently when I was doing my best to listen to a customer's questions, and there was just no good way to explain my behavior. If I pointed at Bill, he could return his face to a thoughtful expression, leaving it clear to all that I was the company idiot.
I think Bill was good at anything he put his mind to and I'm regretting I never looked him up in retirement.
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Edie Phelps
February 20, 2025
Brenda we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom and Edie (Alt) Phelps, Jason Alt and Chris Alt
Jim Keeler
February 19, 2025
I have many great memories of family gatherings with Bill and all of the Eason´s. He will be missed. Jim
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