William Elliott

Bangor and Zephyrhills, Fla. - William "Billy" Elliott, 56, of Bangor, ME and Zephyrhills, FL, passed away unexpectedly January 4, 2017, at his family home in Bangor. Billy was born in Bangor, October 21st, 1960, to Edward and Ann Elliott. He graduated from Bangor High School in 1978, after which he worked at various jobs until moving to Zephyrhills, FL. When visiting from Florida he always made it a point to see everyone. One of his favorite things to do was getting together with family and friends at home, but he especially enjoyed gatherings at the family camp on Pleasant River Lake. He would plan cookouts and parties there and everyone was welcome. He always made you feel at home whether he knew you or not. One of his favorite things to do was travel and his favorite place to go was Alaska. He had the opportunity to go this past June with his brother, Tom, and it was a trip of a lifetime for both. They rented an RV and for two and a half weeks they enjoyed sightseeing, fishing, hiking and visiting friends he knew. Billy was predeceased by his father, Edward Elliott, and is survived by his mother, Ann Marie (McIntosh) Elliott of Bangor;brothers, Randy and his wife, Kathy of Corinth, Allen of Bangor, Richard and Wendy of Orrington, Michael of Bangor, Tom and his wife, Tracy of Bangor; a sister, Cindy of Bangor; his fiancé, Cindy Tremblay of Zephyrhills; her son, Gabe Tremblay of Florida; a special grandson, Ethan Tremblay of Florida; nieces and nephews, Nick and Sarah, Caitlin and her husband, Mike, Chris, Kayla, Abby, Dana, Anna, Gabby, Robert, Sydney, Rhilae and Gavin; and many special friends. Billy had a huge heart and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. His wish for the service is for everyone to enjoy conversation about his life and to dress casual. With Bill it was come as you are. Service with a celebration of life will be held 1PM Sunday, January 8, 2017, at Brookings-Smith, 133 Center Street, Bangor, with the Rev. Dr. Rex H. Garrett, officiating. The family invites relatives and friends to share in conversation and refreshments at the Family Reception Center of Brookings-Smith, 163 Center St., Bangor, immediately following the service Sunday. Because of his love for children, the family asks that those who wish to remember Billy in a special way may make gifts in his memory to the Anah Shrine Center, 1404 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401. Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.