William True Barksdale's obituary , Passed away on April 22, 2025 in Ypsilanti, Michigan

William True Barksdale

August 3, 1924 - April 22, 2025 (100 years old)

Ypsilanti, Michigan

William True Barksdale's obituary , Passed away on April 22, 2025 in Ypsilanti, Michigan

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William True Barksdale

August 3, 1924 - April 22, 2025 (100 years old)

Ypsilanti, Michigan

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William True Barksdale Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate William True Barksdale of Ypsilanti, Michigan, born in Anna, Illinois, whose life came to an end on April 22, 2025 at the age of 100, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Mary Jane; his parents, Charles "Barky" Barksdale and Nellie Mae Henry; and his children, David L. Barksdale and Candace Sue Brightwell.

He is survived by: his children, Bonita Bussard (Dan), Dennis K. Barksdale, Denise A. Clark and N. Doreen Barksdale; his children-in-law, Hugh Brightwell and Karen Johnson; and his friends, Costin, Kate Dumitrache, Jody Nie and Shera Williams. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and great great great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to Leuk's Landing (https://www.leukslanding.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nie Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service Inc



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Apr 27

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Nie Family Funeral Home, Carpenter Road Chapel
2400 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

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Apr 28

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Nie Family Funeral Home, Carpenter Road Chapel
2400 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

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