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WINDHAM -- William L. "Bill" Eckman, 88, of Windham, joined his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 1, 2023.
He was born May 7, 1934, in Youngstown to the late Ruth (nee, Stone) Eckman and James Eckman, and he was raised by both as well as James' wife, the late Georgia (nee Lookabaugh) Eckman, who was a bonus mother to Bill.
He was proud to have served his country in the United States Army.
Bill enjoyed Bible study, woodworking, gardening and spending time with his family. He loved working on old vehicles. He was a great auto body man, which was his career most of his adult life. He loved teaching Sunday school and could have been a great preacher. He would ask people if they died today, where would they be tomorrow. He influenced many people with his testimony.
Bill will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Judith Ellen Eckman, with whom he was blessed to share nearly 65 years of marriage, and children, Sherry, Lloyd, and Lawrence.
He was Mr. Mom and helped raise seven grandchildren, Christin, Ryan, Jessica, Jennifer, Josephine, Buddy and Corie, who, in childhood, looked forward to their afternoon nap time when Bill would tell them Bible stories; 17 great-grandchildren, Benny, Ava, Allen, Alyssa, Cameron, Hudson, Ari, Carter, Kaidyn, Judah, Levi, Zion, Noel, Adeline, Amelia, Thatcher and Ezra; two great-great-grandchildren, Ilaiah and Braxton; as well as many nephews, nieces and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by siblings, Jimmy Eckman, Judy Eckman Strohm and Carol Eckman Lang.
Join the family for visitation 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the Windham Bible Church, 9550 Windham Parkman Road, Windham, OH 44288. A funeral service will begin at 4 p.m. at the church, with Bill's grandson, Pastor Buddy Eckman, officiating.
Immediately after the funeral service, military honors will be rendered for Bill.
Bill will be laid to rest privately at a later date in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville.
Care for Bill was entrusted to MalloryDeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, OH 44231. For online condolences, go to www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.
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