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James Ennis posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, October 6, 2024
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On behalf of The Syracuse & Onondaga County Fire Museum, we offer our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this time of great sadness, on the passing of your favorite firefighter, William C. "Billy" Viel, Jr. We thank him for his heroic and dedicated service to our community and we pray that he shall rest in eternal peace.
Honoring the past, protecting the future.
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James Ennis lit a candle
Sunday, October 6, 2024
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To Billy's Family and Friends:
We join in extending our sincere heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this most difficult time. May happier memories help to sustain you and bring you comfort through this period of sorrow.
And may God grant him his wings as he soars to a place where he is free from all pain. To his loving family…..may the joy and laughter of his life, far outweigh the pain of his passing. He will indeed be missed, but never forgotten.
Billy and I worked together at Fire Station Two. He was a very dedicated public servant who I was honored to call my friend.
Please accept our profound regrets, as we are unable to attend his services.
With love and prayers,
Jim Ennis & Sandra Winkworth
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Donald M. Geiss, Sr. posted a condolence
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Even though I never interacted with Bill personally, his life made a great impression on my family. I am proud that I gained a connection to his family through the marriage of Nikki to Freddie. I learned his kindness and generosity through my children and envied those Sunday dinners Nikki always regaled about. I don’t know any words that can assuage the grief consuming his family and friends. However, I do beseech God to bless and comfort his family with the warm and loving remembrances of his life.
God bless you all. Don Geiss, Sr.
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Cynthia Corcoran posted a condolence
Sunday, October 6, 2024
I’m saddened to hear about Bill’s passing. I’ll always remember his kindness and warming smile. He was a good friend to all that knew him. We dated for awhile in 1967. He was truly a gentleman. Rip Bill.
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John Brown posted a condolence
Sunday, October 6, 2024
My deepest condolences to Bill's family. I was a high school classmate of Bill's. He was always a genuine and friendly guy with a big smile. I knew that he became a fireman with SFD. I also knew that he married a wonderful woman and had a beautiful family. I ran into him a couple of times over the years, and we chatted. He was a good man in every way. I am very sorry for your loss.
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Judy Cook uploaded photo(s)
Friday, October 4, 2024
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Bill and Sharon were warm, friendly and welcoming members of the Gem & Mineral Society of Syracuse. They always pitched right in and lead the way in any endeavor they participated in.
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Tim Hart posted a condolence
Friday, October 4, 2024
My heart goes out to those of you who are family and friends of Bill.
He was a wonderful member of our Syracuse Gem & Mineral Club.
Bill gave so much of his time, energy, kindness to make our club grow
and prosper. He will be greatly missed by us. Thank you Bill for being
a very special member of our club, that will be long remembered. RIP - Tim Hart
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Mark Bartowski posted a condolence
Friday, October 4, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Bill.
Mark Bartowski (SFD Ret)
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Tish Smyth (Randolph) posted a condolence
Thursday, October 3, 2024
William and Mena, Your Father created a beautiful memory for me as a preteen. He valued this young person as much as the boy cousins his age down here. He was always one of my special cousins. One time I traveled to Syracuse, you were young children at the time, with 2 of my friends. Your Mom introduced me to salt potatoes(a northern dish). I had just graduated from college and was teaching. As time passed I would travel back to the Valley to visit with him and Sharon as they traveled through on their way back from the beach. Hold on to your wonderful memories. Keeping you in my prayers.
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The family of William C. Viel, Jr uploaded a photo
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
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Anonymous purchased flowers
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
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To Mena and the Viel family. With deepest sympathies from the entire IOM team at Upstate.
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A Memorial Tree was planted for William Viel, Jr
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Edward J Ryan & Son Funeral Home, Inc. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Edward Gannon posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Bill,
You helped make the company thrive in spite of all the opposition. When the time came for me to move on, you saw the potential, the solid reputation, and the staff that could make it go.
You made me proud to see my name on billboards when I came back to visit, and took it far beyond what I could have.
Thanks Bill,
We will share a cold one on the other side my friend.
Ed Gannon
3180 Bellevue Avenue
Syracuse, New York 13219
Phone: (315) 468-3443
Fax: (315) 468-6004
Email: info@edwardjryanandson.com
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