William A. Bethel Obituary

The passing of William A. Bethel (Bowie, Maryland) occurred on August 12, 2026. William, born on June 7, 1942, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of William A. Bethel or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his wife Mary L. Bethel; his parents, Thomas C. Bethel and Mildred E. Bethel (Burnette); and his siblings, Thomas Bethel (Buddy), Mary Jane Poole, Mildred Virginia Murray and Margaret Webb.

He is survived by: his children, William M. Bethel (Shirley) of Ijamsville, MD, Bronica Nice (John) of Davidsonville, MD and Tammy Taft (Gary) of Mechanicsville, MD.; his grandchildren, Michael (Marissa), Candice, Courtney, Krysta (Ty), Abigail and Daniel; his great grandchildren, Blakeleigh, Westyn and Maysen; and his sister Dorothy A. Reed. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends.