William Emery North, (1944 - 2018) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

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William “Bill” North moved on to the Lord, unexpectedly, May 19th at 9:00am at the VA Hospital in Tucson. Bill was surrounded by his children Matthew (Andrea) North, Katharine (Dewey Ehman) North, Michelle (Marcello) Ortuste and Elizabeth (Matthew) Tipton. Bill joins his mother, Katharine Hentig North (2003) and father, Francis Sparling North (1996).

William is also survived by his wife, Joyce (Fisk) North of Kirkland, WA, his step-daughter Raven Radloff, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. William’s siblings remain here with us, Peter (Helen) North, John (Mary) North, and twin and youngest sibling, Mary (Roger) Allen.

William was born in Southampton, NY, and lived with his family throughout childhood at the Episcopal Seminary Nashotah House in WI. The family returned to Sag Harbor, NY when he was 10 years old. Bill traveled to Tucson, AZ in 1961 to attend the University of Arizona where he received a Masters of Public Administration. William met his first wife and mother of his children, Carla (Stevenson) North at the U of A. Bill flew over 200 missions in Vietnam as a Navigator Bombardier and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross twice as well as the Purple Heart among other honors. After resettling in Tucson, Bill transitioned from accounting into the construction industry where he was able to work with his hands and enjoy the act of creating homes and building beautiful spaces. On June 12, 1985 he became a life-long friend of Bill W. and the 12-Step Program.

William touched many lives with his kindness, rambling stories, eagerness to share a handyman tip, willingness to lend a helping hand, and genuine desire to see the people around him grow. If able, please join us for his Memorial Service on June 13, 2018 at 4:00pm at his favorite place to serve as Acolyte, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 545 S. 5th Avenue, Tucson, AZ, with a reception to follow.</span>

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February 16, 2019

I want to thank all of you who have written tributes to or about Bill. As his twin, I find it very strange to be living without him on the same planet. He was a rock who provided strong foundations for many of us, a sequoia that should have lived longer. As you witness, he touched many lives, spread a lot of love, became a fine example of how to live a moral life. I miss you too, brother Bill!

January 27, 2019

Happy Birthday, Dad. It's my first without you and it is harder than I had ever imagined. I miss you more each day, and think of you all the time. The void can never be filled, but I try as hard as I can to fill it with memories of you and the love and kindnesses that you shared throughout your lifetime. So many were blessed by knowing you, and I was blessed more still for being able to call you Dad. Love you forever Daddy.

January 27, 2019

Still miss you BILL!!!!

June 23, 2018

Our Dad was the most generous, caring, dedicated, wise, kind, loving, modest man I have ever known. I am grateful to have called him Dad. I along with My brother Matt and my sisters Elizabeth and Michelle were blessed to have him as our father. He took great joy in getting to know people and in helping people who needed something that he was able to help with. Dad did so much for so many, and he has left a giant void in my heart and the hearts of so many others. My wish is that we can look out for one another and try in each of our own ways to help to fill that void for someone. I love you forever and like you for always Daddy. Heaven has gained a great one with your passing.

June 4, 2018

Bryce built our first house over 30 years ago. When we'd hit a snag, Bill was always there to help. He'd drive out and spend the day with Bryce working on solving the issue. I also closed several real estate transactions for him over my years in escrow. He was a great help to my former assistant when she had to get an already built addition permitted. Kudos to Carla and kids for for getting Bill to kick the beer. I know that change made a huge difference in his life. Although we haven't seen Bill in many years, we will always remember his smile, honesty and great flying stories. He will certainly be missed by many and our sympathy is sent to all of Bill's family and friends in this loss.
Sally & Bryce

June 3, 2018

We have felt so lucky to have had Bill construct our home! We could not have ever found anyone as good and he was always a super person to be around.
If your family ever wants to come see it again just let us know. We are very proud of Bill's job. We always think of Bill as the best. Also, thanks Matt for your help with the drawings and the family for your participation.
Bill was wonderful with his desire to only remove the necessary plant life.
Thanks for using our backyard picture. Come over if you want to do a full picture of the project 19 years later.
Sincerely,
Bruce Subeck

May 30, 2018

Bill was a friend for about 40 years. I think I've never had a truer friend. Many connections thru the years, the Jensens, the Glass studio, Tuller, the straw bale house he and John built for me, and most recently, help when a corner of my house foundation started sinking. My deepest condolences to his survivors, especially Katharine, we go way back.
He was a Sequoia in our grove;
avast silence after falling
caught unaware--a giant of the forest
this loss profound.

May 29, 2018

Since I was a toddler, my mom told me I reminded her of her twin brother Bill. That has turned out to be true in so many ways; he was an amazing role model for me, from afar, throughout my life. I will miss his example of how to live life the right way, but remember that example, one day at a time.

May 27, 2018

Bill North. One of my all time favorite people. Loved his style. Sorry I've been out of touch for so long, my loss.
Condolences to the family.

May 27, 2018

I met Bill at the UofA back in the '70s and yes Nancy he did have a STYLE. We continued to keep touch through his construction years. He was a good friend and a devout man. Peace to you Bill.