January 9, 1935 - February 1, 2024
William (Bill) Frank Troy left his home in this world on February 1, 2024. He was born in Stockton, CA, on January 9, 1935, the son of Melvin George and Virginia (Ecker) Troy. He attended Stockton schools. He served in the Army and was stationed in Japan. Upon returning home, he joined his father working for Stockton Box Company(American Bendix) as a machinist, retiring after 35 years.
In 1958 he met Garnell Boone through mutual friends and later married in Modesto, Ca on February 25, 1959. In 1967 they welcomed the first of three children, two sons and a daughter.
He loved his family, having a beer with his father after work and caring for his mother in her later years. He liked to be outdoors and enjoyed fishing,even teaching his nephews who became fishermen in their own right. A favorite pastime was to listen to the San Fransisco 49ers and Giants games on his radio while working in the yard or on his car. He was a fan of old western movies and reminisced about his all day Saturday adventures at the Stockton Royal all for two bits. He enjoyed many family camping vacations, but would also be found camped out in the backyard with his kids, under the open sky. He was a big supporter of his children and grand childrens athletic endeavors, cheering them on in baseball, softball, football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, wrestling and field hockey to name a few.
William was preceded in death by his father Melvin George, his mother Virginia, and two sisters Barbara Kirby and Carolyn Welch. He is survived by Garnell, his son Russell of Argentina, daughter Elizabeth of Chico, son Patrick (Angela) of Cold Springs, NV , grandsons Nicholas Troy of Stockton, Tyler Gebert of Roseville, Chase LaMusga of Chico, Nathan and Jake Troy of Cold Springs, Nv., granddaughters, Bethany Troy of Stockton, Shay LaMusga of Chico, and Alison Troy of Argentina, eight great-grandchildren, brother-in-law Lavar Kirby of Stockton, three nephews and a niece.
Arrangements are by Cherokee Memorial Cemetery, Evergreen Chapel services will be held on February 20th, 2024 at 10 am, with graveside to follow. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to either Homes for Veterans or Little League International
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