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William Shakespeare

April 10, 1934 — July 26, 2020


William G. Shakespeare, 86, husband of Lorraine (Wilkins) Shakespeare of Phoenixville, PA died on Sunday, July 26, 2020.
Born on April 10, 1934 in Spring City, PA he was the son of the late Harvey and Hannah (Thompson) Shakespeare.
He was a graduate of Spring City High School Class of 1952.
He served in the Air Force for 4 years and 12 years in the Reserves.
He was a member of Spring City United Church of Christ.  He was a life member of the following: B36 Association in Fort Worth, TX, Pottstown Quoit Club, American Legion Post 602 in Spring City, and Liberty Fire Company in Spring City. He was also a member of Friendship Fire Company in Phoenixville, PA.
In addition to his wife of 61 years he is survived by:
Son, Jeffrey Shakespeare;
Son, Keith husband of Trish Shakespeare;
Son, Kevin Shakespeare.
Granddaughter, Karly Shakespeare.
5 Step-grandchildren, Brennen Lee, Reuben Lee, Amanda wife of Brad Hurst, Susan Matela, and Megan Matela.
Sister, Betty Jones.
Nieces, Sandy wife of Randy Huth, Charlie wife of Tom Wilson, and nephew, Timothy Moser.
He was preceded in death by sister, Doris Nichol, niece, Sharon Rees, and brother-in-law, George Wilkins.
A Graveside Funeral Service will be held in Morris Cemetery, 428 Nutt Road, Phoenixville, PA on Friday, July 31, 2020 at 10:00 am
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105

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