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William Lee Irwin |
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July 20, 1934 ~ October 7, 2015 |
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October 13, 2015 |
 William
Lee Irwin passed away on October 7, 2015 at his
home near Bonners Ferry, Idaho. Celebration of
Life October 24 at 11:00 a.m., Bridge Way
Assembly of God, 66027 Highway 2, Bonners Ferry,
Idaho.
William Lee Irwin was born July 20, 1934, to
Bill and Mary Irwin, in the home of his maternal
grandparents Claude and Shirley Chappel. Bill
was their oldest son, followed by Jim, Austin,
Ernie and sister, Jennifer.
Bonners Ferry has been home to Bill for 81
years. He happily explored the country roads and
wooded areas, often hunting, fishing, gathering
huckleberries and firewood and swimming in the
Moyie River. He created and shared wonderful
memories throughout these mountains.
He knew his wife, Vivian J. Padgett in High
School and they got married while Bill was in
the Army in 1956. Through their 59 years of
marriage they found and fought for the joys of
unconditional love. They have set an inspiring
example for their three children: Cindy (husband
Stu), Bill (wife Linda) and Mary "Josie"
(husband Dan).
Bill was also a fun, strong and caring Grandpa
to Betsy, Chrissy (husband Nathaniel) and Tyler.
Bill and Viv’s home has always been open and
welcoming to children and adults alike and
everyone that has visited leaves with (at least)
a smile.
Bill was a hard worker and held many jobs,
however, his true labor of love was on the
family farm. Over the past 45 years Bill has
spent countless days raising animals, tending to
beautiful and productive gardens and usually
working selflessly on a project or two.
Bill loved his family and friends and above all
his Lord and Savior, Jesus! Bill attended the
Assembly of God Church since 1966 and was a true
servant of the Lord.
People who knew Bill, know he lived his nine
lives, full of fight, playfulness and deep
gratitude.
The family extends thanks to the many caregivers
who assisted Bill all these years, especially
the past 10 years while on dialysis. They feel
blessed that Bill was able to stay home and be
cared for and loved greatly by his best friend
and wife, Vivian.
Bill leaves behind a legacy of loving the Lord
God with all his heart, loving others and in all
things giving thanks.
To God be the Glory! |
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