William Kay Read's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona

William Kay Read

March 31, 1938 - June 4, 2025 (87 years old)

Mesa, Arizona

William Kay Read's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wood Funeral Homes

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William Kay Read

March 31, 1938 - June 4, 2025 (87 years old)

Mesa, Arizona

William Kay Read Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Kay Read of Mesa, Arizona, who passed away on June 4, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may William find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ida Lou Lawler and Kenneth Weldon Read. He is survived by: his wife Anita "Joy" Read of Mesa; his children, Sherra Kay Read of Mesa, Kendall Lee Read (Kristi) of Elizabeth and Robert Kevin Read (Katie) of Estero, FL; his grandchildren, Kenneth (Leah), Kaylin Read, Theresa Read Taylor (Brian) and Adeline Read; and his great grandchild Kayce Taylor.

During this time, they competed as ballroom dancers, received numerous awards for their choreographic contributions to the dancing community, including several being voted into the ICBDA Hall of Fame.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wood Funeral Homes



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