He was a WW II veteran who served in the US Army Air Force. He was an instructor for jet engine maintenance on the F-80 fighter. Upon returning home he joined the family created and owned grocery store which evolved into Newmanâs Super Thrift with his two brothers.
Bill was a dedicated Dodger baseball fan which spanned over the decades. One of his proudest moments was attending the first Dodger Fantasy dream camp at Vera Beach Florida where he was able to meet and share game highlights with many of the former Brooklyn Dodgers.
Bill was a collector and an active dedicated member of the Fairfield Lionâs Club for over 60 years. He served as their treasurer for many years. He was a life time member of St John Lutheran Church and recently became interested in the Fairfield Historic Society.
Billâs family was very important to him. He is survived by 2 daughters, Jane McCalla, her husband Scott, Nancy Miller, her husband Duane and his pride and joy granddaughter Krista Montycalla and her husband Nick. He is also survived by many nephews and their families.
On February 25, 2023 we will celebrate Billâs life at St John Lutheran Church in Fairfield. Calling hours will be from 10:30 to 12:00 with a service to follow at 12:00. Interment will be at the Fairfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. John Lutheran Church and the Fairfield Histo
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