William Thomas Soucy, also known as Mr. Bill, passed away at home due to complications of diabetes. He was the eldest son of the late William A. and Jean M. Soucy of Stafford Springs, CT. He graduated from Stafford High where he was a member of the cross country team. William proudly served with the U.S. Navy receiving an honorable discharge after which he hitchhiked all over the United States making friends everywhere; He loved living in San Francisco for over 30 years and enjoyed trivia, numbers, history, A.A. and reading. He was well-known for his great smile, endearing charm, wonderful wit and outrageous costumes.
Bill is survived by five siblings: Ann Soucy, John Soucy and wife Kim, Ellen Soucy, Patrick Soucy and wife Pam, all of Stafford Springs, CT and Paul Soucy of Conyers, GA; Also, nine nieces and nephews and numerous other relatives. Besides his parents, William was predeceased by a younger brother, Robert Soucy.
Bill's funeral and burial with military honors were held in Connecticut. Memorial contributions in William T. Soucy's name may be made to the Stafford High School Cross Country Team, c/o Stafford High School Athletic Booster Club, 145 Orcuttville Rd., Stafford Springs, CT 06076. A casual memorial celebration will be held on Saturday, January 15 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Castro Country Club, 4058 18th St. near Castro, in San Francisco. For further info: (860) 614-8080