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William Musick Obituary
He died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 18, 2018. Bill was born December 23, 1972, in Lawrence, the son of John William Jr. and Gloria Kaye (Holladay) Musick. He graduated from Wellsville High School, Wellsville, KS in 1991. After attending KU and JCCC, he became a licensed journeyman electrician and was currently employed by the City of Lawrence for over 15 years.
Bill had a passion and drive to help his community. He was a member of the Douglas County Amateur Radio Club for several years, currently serving as its treasurer. He was also an active member of IMT (International Mobile Telecommunications) for the State of Kansas, where he was a Communication Coordinator.
In his youth, Bill was a 10-year member of Franklin County 4-H, where he served in various club offices, and was named as the county's "Mr. 4-H" during his 10th year. Bill enjoyed not only his family, but loved researching and documenting his ancestry. Bill's passion for this caused him to spend endless hours compiling family trees not only for his immediate family, but also those of his extended family.
On June 20, 1998, Bill and Sarah A. Mount were married near Ottawa, KS.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Sarah; his parents: John W. Jr. and Gloria K. (Holladay) Musick of Wellsville, KS; sister: Annette (Musick) Johnson, husband Philip and their daughters Cora and Grace of Lenexa, KS; In-laws: Ed and Marietta Mount of Sun City Center, FL; sister-in-law: Rebecca Munjak, husband Bryan and their son Alexander of Clearwater, FL. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents: Willard L. Sr. and Rebecca E. Holladay, paternal grandparents: John William Sr. and Evelyn F. Musick and paternal aunt, Cheryl Musick.
A visitation will take place on Thursday, May 24, 2018, from 5-7 pm at the funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or Franklin County 4-H Foundation, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Online condolences made at rumsey-yost.com
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Richard Lucas
May 14, 2019
Bill was a very positive person, he enjoyed life and was caring about others. The world needs more like Bill.
Stacey C.
June 12, 2018
Sarah, I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May God bless you and give you strength.
David Woosley
June 2, 2018
I stood watching as the little ship sailed out to sea. The setting sun tinted his white sails with a golden light, and as he disappeared from sight a voice at my side whispered, He is gone.
On the farther shore a little band of friends had gathered to watch and wait in happy expectation. Suddenly they caught sight of the tiny sail and, at the very moment when my companion had whispered, He is gone, a glad shout went up in joyous welcome, "Here he comes!"
Ronald Martin
May 26, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, may he RIP.
Travis Brann
May 24, 2018
A good man in every way. A tragic loss to family and friends, he will be missed.
Jenni & James Chladek
May 23, 2018
So sad to hear about your sudden loss. Your family is in our thoughts.
Todd and Stacy Cohen
May 23, 2018
Very sorry to hear this tragic news. We lived next to Bill and Sarah for a number of years. He was a good man and a good neighbor. Our deepest condolences to Sarah and the family.
Sandra Wick
May 23, 2018
Oh, Sarah. I am so sad to hear this news. I will be thinking about you and remembering what a good neighbor you guys were to me. Stay strong.
LaVonne/Claude Shawley
May 22, 2018
When I took the class to be an amature ham operator, he was one of the teachers. He did such a great job! Am so sorry that the ham family had to loose such a wonderful person. Prayers and sympathy to the family.
Lillian Cromie
May 22, 2018
Annette I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time
Jerr & Geraldine Wilcox
May 21, 2018
Annette, Johnnie & Gloria, we are so sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers are headed your way.
Aunt Marge
May 20, 2018
Bill, we will miss you so very much. I hope you know how much you were loved! You left us too soon.
May 20, 2018
Annette, Please accept our deepest Sympathy and Prayers. We are so sorry. Love Phil & Dani
Richard Lucas
May 20, 2018
To a good friend and fellow ham radio operator, who always gave of his time freely.
Aunt Velma
May 20, 2018
Bill we already miss you so much! RIP
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