Born in Port Huron, Michigan in 1946, Bill graduated from St. Stephen High School in 1964. He is also a graduate of Central Michigan University, Aquinas College and the University of Michigan. He is a retired teacher from Spring Lake Public Schools, where he taught, coached and was the Head Athletic Trainer for the school system. He retired after 28 years at Spring Lake. He also previously was the Director of Religious Education for the parishes of St. Peter in Douglas, Michigan for 2 years, Prince of Peace in North Muskegon for 4 years and at Grand Haven St. Patrick's for 11 years. He is an Air Force veteran and is also a member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion. He has been the Pastoral Associate since his retirement from Spring Lake Schools. Bill is married to Linda and has 4 adult children and 20 grandchildren, although one, Cole, is presently with God in heaven.
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