William "Bill" Vereecke's obituary , Passed away on December 26, 2025 in Kewanee, Illinois

William "Bill" Vereecke

July 26, 1940 - December 26, 2025 (85 years old)

Kewanee, Illinois

William "Bill" Vereecke's obituary , Passed away on December 26, 2025 in Kewanee, Illinois

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Golnick Family Funeral & Cremation Services

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William "Bill" Vereecke

July 26, 1940 - December 26, 2025 (85 years old)

Kewanee, Illinois

William Vereecke Obituary

We bid farewell to William Vereecke of Kewanee, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 26, 2025 at the age of 85. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though William may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Vereecke and Rose Vereecke (Boyka); and his sister Janice. He is survived by: his wife Dorothy VanAutreve; his children, Dave Vereecke and Lynne Lamb (Paul); his grandchildren, Kari Barker (Travis) and William "Willie" Peck; and his great grandchild Sami Barker.

Memorials may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Golnick Family Funeral & Cremation Services



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