Bill DeMore

Sorry for your loss. Bill will be missed! Best, JC

What a great guy Bill was. I always enjoyed my time with him. Whether it was talking about an ad we saw or the latest sportscar that on the road, it was always quality conversation. He had a huge heart and compassion for others. He was a man with strong convictions, and wasnt afraid to share them with others.This guest book is filled with wonderful comments, what more can I add. Bill was a great guy that I will always remember for the rest of my life. I look forward to seeing him in heaven. Maybe by then I would have actually owned a Jaguar and can shre my experiences with him! See ya Bill!

Chris, Jared, Your Dad was an amazing individual who helped and encouraged many in the field of broadcasting and advertising. Myself being one of them. During the 70's Bill served as my boss, brother, roommate and friend. Our radio careers took us to the beaches of Florida, the wheat fields of Topeka and the sandy farms of Lubbock. We once toured California together and often talked of producing a movie as the ultimate Creative challenge. I remember lugging his huge frame behind the boat at Possum Kingdom Lake and when Bill served as a member of my wedding entourage. To your Dad, and my ol' buddy Bill, I say thankyou.

Jarrod and family, So sorry to hear of your father's passing. I served with him on the Food Bank Board and enjoyed my service with him. He is in a better place now. May God bless each of you and give you comfort in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy. Sandra

Jared, you probably won't know who we are, but we have very fond memories of your Dad. I will always remember his laugh and his willingness to listen. He could see the "big picture" when no one else was willing to even look. Susann and I will always be greatful to your Dad for the faith he and Paul had in us and the risks they took while everyone else waited. By the way, if he ever told you why he put sugar and milk on grits, we'd still like to know why, he would never tell us.

What is Life? Life is love. Chris and I have been blessed by the grace of God to have had our Dad, be that one person in our lives that has made us the men we are today. Our Dad gave us many opportunities to fail and succeed. We both have done just that. Both Chris and I had and will have challenges that we have failed and succeeded in, and at the end of the day, what we will have is a lesson learned. Good bad or indifferent. We both are very greatful for our Dads commitment to us. He taught us to understand that in life we only have "one thing" to offer and that is " INTEGRITY". He lived by it and expected everyone he had a relationship with to display the same values. It was pretty cut and dry. You either had it or not. our lesson learned was, do what you say your going to do. I can go on for hours about all of the things both Chris and I have learned from our Dad, but today Dad, I offer to you a word. I am so very greatful and humbled by your generous love, your comedy, your caring, your compassion, your ability to stand firm, your never ending persistance, your understanding and most of all "your courage". Your freinds and family will miss you dearly. In spirit and memories you will always remain. We will see you again on our Judgment Day. With this I will close. Dad I love and cherish my every moment I have been with you, when we left Sunday night I never would have drempt "our" time together was up, I would have stayed. The Lord however had different plans for you. I accept that and I indeed know you are happy now. May God Bless You, Love Jarred

What memories have floated through my mind the past hours since John’s (Bill’s brother) call that Bill had died. Bill and I grew up together in Syracuse as cousins. Our relationship continued once my Uncle Russ and Aunt Mamie Dell moved to New Mexico and I would come to visit. Thanks to everyone and in particular Bill, we again join one another at Eastern Mexico University to pursue a degree. Will miss you but thank you for being a part of my life! Love to all Ken

My guess is that if there is a place called heaven with a production booth, Bill is going to be doing God's voiceover. My thoughts are with you, Jared.

Jared, as you well know your dad was an awesome individual. He has touched so many hearts in his lifetime. He will be missed by many, many people. I am so sorry for your loss. Ours thoughts and prayers are with you and Chris. Tanya

Jared, Monica & Chris It is so very hard to believe Bill is not with us anymore. He will be missed by so many. Our prayers are with you and know we are here for you. His heart was as big as Texas and he touched so many lives. We loved him very much. Our loss is heavens gain.

It is surreal to see Bill's name in print with a date for his birth and a date immediately following. Carol and I were talking about how many stories I have of our time together...it's impossible to calculate but it must be in the tens of thousands. No one has had more direct influence on the man I am today than Bill. Sometimes I saw him do things and said to myself 'I want to be like that'. For instance, to have his intense loyalty to friends...there is NOTHING he would not do for a friend in need (and I know because he was there for me at all of the difficult times of my life from the age nineteen on.) Other things he did influenced me NOT to be like him...let's face it, often he made comments that were inappropriate (and I'm cleaning that up a bit.) The phrase, bull in a china closet comes to mind. Who knows how many hours we spent talking about every conceivable topic under the sun? Bill loved to talk, and more and more it seemed to me he had something meaningful to say. Perhaps he always did and it was only my perspective that changed, I don't know. I have not yet grieved my loss, and I think it might be because I don't think he is lost. Bill had a deep and abiding conviction. He loved to discuss faith and held the tradition of the Catholic Church as a treasure. I think about the last time he and I saw Nanny (his maternal grandmother) alive. She was in a hospital bed that his mother and father set up in their cabin on Lake Possum Kingdom. She held my hand, engaged my eyes and gave me the sweetest smile...and somehow I knew it would be the last time I'd see her...but I wasn't scared. I remember the death of Bill's father, and mother, and the death of my own father and mother. We talked extensively after each passing. There is no doubt that Bill believed he would be reunited with them. I feel peace as I think about his spirit being free to behold the promised, eternal love that is God. He was an intense, passionate, opinionated, hard-headed, fun-loving, rebel rousing, larger-than-life, great big huggable teddy bear-of-a-guy. So much more than a good friend or business partner, Bill was my brother, and as long as I live a significant part of Bill will live. And beyond me, his witness will continue to bear fruit in the lives of my kids (who know him as U.B.), and his kids, and all those touched by his singular presence, for generations to come.

Jared, Your dad was a GREAT man and will be missed tremendously! He had a heart of gold and was such a kind and generous man. I can't image not hearing his voice on the radio or tv. You and your family will be in my prayers. Kathy

Chris and Jared, Your loss is our loss! Bill was a special friend to us! You are his legacy...and he was always so very proud of you! We are in shock! We are here for you and your loved ones! Love, Cynthia and Michael Wolf