William “Bill” Tetley

There are many sweet memories of my friend, Bill. One of the favorite is him teaching me about his special hard tack candy.

I will miss Bill's antics on the dance floor, he always livened the square up when we square danced and made sure all of us single women got to dance. He was a true friend to all and served wherever he could. He will be missed by me and countless others. I am thankful for my association with him over the last 10 years. Prayers continue for his family.

Bill and I were active members of the Newman Club in the 1960's......he was a good friend....RIP

Bill, Your spoken final words are so you. For the brief years that I had the previlege to know you I learned from you. The boys you taught were not the only students you had. Through your life you shared so many things. I will remember your laughter and your smiles. You shared your love of the nature and history around you. You were a friend to so many and will be missed so. You left a mark on our lives. Thank-you, Bill .

Bill’s Last Goodbye
Written in Bill’s voice by Birma Castle

I was ready to go, but was not anxious to depart, I guess God was ready for me before I was ready to join Him.

There are a few things that I didn’t get to say
that I would have said had I known in time

My life has been a fulfilling journey,
for the most part a joyous one.
I was blessed with parents who taught my sister and me Christian values.
Values that have sustained us all our lives.
For that I am grateful.

I was fortunate to have a good education and was able to teach teens
and young adults the math that I loved
I could not have asked for a better vocation.

I am thankful for the friends I enjoyed square and
round dancing with for nearly fifty years of my life.
Dancing four nights a week helped keep me in shape

My Sierra Club friends showed me the same devotion and we enjoyed wonderful trips.
I am grateful for that.

I moved around a bit in my teaching career and have been blessed to have good neighbors wherever I lived, and my Catholic Communion connected me to God

My nieces and nephew were the kids I never had, and they gave me the love and devotion that many men would envy.
I am so grateful for that.

I forgive the ones who made the medical mishap
that caused my downhill spiral and eventually ended my life.
I chose to live with hope for the future
and hope has no room for un-forgiveness.

If I could, I would tell those who loved me;
to miss me, yes, but know that I loved you all in return,
and would not want you to mourn too long.

Remember me for all the good times we shared.
And for every time I corrected you,
It was to help you do it better,
The way I thought it should be done.

My deepest sympathy is extended to Bill's family. I knew him when we were in High School at SAHS,and he was such a really nice guy. So sorry to hear of his passing.

Dear Ann, I am so sorry to read about Bill's death. The smile in his picture is just like the one I remember from so very long ago. I think of you every leap year and that reminds me of Bill also. Love and peace and may his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in His Peace.

We did not get to know you long, but it was quality time. You are a caring & fun spirit. Thank you for the encouragement on the dance floor. We will miss seeing you in the circle, yellow rocks - Wendy & Bob

We will miss you Bill. Square Dance won't be the same without you there.

Will miss a great dancer and friend.

In memory of Bill Tetley, my favorite square dance buddy. Life does not always end the way we anticipate. May your spirit continue on in the memories of your friends.

I will always remember Bill with affection and admiration. He was active in many organizations, often taking a leadership role. He was primarily responsible for my learning to enjoy outdoor activities and square dancing. I will always treasure the memories of time I shared with Bill. He was a person who had a positive and happy influence on my life. I am sure there are many stories that will be shared about Bill in the days to come, all of which will bring smiles to faces of those of us who loved and respected him and who will keep his memory in our hearts!

I really enjoyed many Sierra Club backpacking trips with Bill and he was our jeep driver from Ouray to Silverton one summer. Had a good visit with Bill earlier this year recalling some of our adventures. I will miss Bill. He was a very good friend.

I will forever miss you, my friend. And I will always cherish the wonderful memories of our trips together.

We are deeply saddened by Bill's loss and know it leaves such an empty spot in your lives. We have many good memories of him and will miss him very much. We are praying, asking God to bless you with sweet memories, as well, to help you through this hard time.

We will miss you and our friendship with you.
Love,
Dianne and Bob

Bill will be missed, but dear memories bring comfort... We appreciate Paul McElroy's admonition that "Death is not extinguishing the light; it is putting out the lamp because the dawn has come." Bill lives on in the kindness he brought into the lives of so many folks. He rests in the Peace of Everlasting Life.

Bill was not only a valued employee but a close personal friend. We will forever cherish the great times we have enjoyed over the years.

Bill will be so missed not being on the square dance floor. He was so active in the activity and seemed to really enjoy it. All his square dance friends will truly miss seeing him at our dances but he will never be forgotten.

Dearest Bill,

You will be missed by so many. Thank you for all you've done for so many. May God Bless you and your family and my you rest in peace. May we meet again old friend.

Your friend, Mike