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William Cable Obituary
William J. Cable age 84, of Stevens Point passed away April 28, 2015 at his home. Per his request no public services will be held. The family will hold a private ceremony at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Portage County Humane Society and the Wounded Warrior Project.
William was born June 30, 1930 in Superior the son of Ward and Ethel (Harding) Cable. He graduated from UW-Madison and the University of Colorado with a Master of Science in Mathematics and a Masters of Education. William married Virginia M. Fischer on August 29, 1952 in Stevens Point. He retired from UW-Stevens Point in 1994 after 34 years of service. William loved to follow sports, especially the Wisconsin Badgers and Chicago Cubs. He enjoyed reading and had a large collection of civil war books. He was a member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
William is survived by his wife of 62 years Virginia; their 6 children: Debbie (Mark) Dean, Chesapeake, VA; Rebecca (Will) Royster, Gilbert, AZ; Robert Cable, Stevens Point; Sara (Eric) Schiesser, Wind Lake, WI; Gina (Griffen) Erdman, Stevens Point; Martin Cable, Stevens Point. 9 grandchildren: Jessica, Katie, Scott, Devin, Robin, Elizabeth, Billy, Melissa, and Alex. One great grandson: Oliver. 2 brothers: Richard Cable, Eau Claire and Robert (Lois) Cable, Whiting. One sister: Judy Anderson, Stevens Point. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in-law Winnie, 2 sister-in-laws: Gwen and Marlene and 2 brother-in-laws: Dave and John.
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John Schultz
May 8, 2015
The Veterans of Portage County has lost a great supporter who was a great American, in all respects. God Bless his family. Thank you Bill, for all you did for our Plover VFW. I know God is listening.
May 6, 2015
Judy sorry to hear about your brother, it's not easy losing family. Keep the good memories in your heart and time will get easier. Marlene and I will be thinking of you. Ray & Marlene
Judy Cable Anderson
May 4, 2015
Thank you to all of you who sent our family greetings. We thought the world of this man and are touched to know so many of you did too.
Pam, Gary & Sage Erdman
May 3, 2015
Gina and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace in the wonderful memories.
All our love,
Pam, Gary and Sage
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May 3, 2015
Judy, sorry to read about Bill, He was a great teacher. Our thoughts are with you and all your family..... Nick & Prudi Van Wagenen
Barbara (Epple) Ertl
May 2, 2015
Mom always thought the world of Bill, both as a teacher and as a person. Judy, while we were friends, I didn't know your brother except by sight, but thought you would appreciate my mom's feelings about him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane Siewert Nelson
May 2, 2015
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts, prayers to your family.
Jackie Wormsbacher
May 1, 2015
So sorry to hear about Bill. Have enjoyed working with him for many years. Always kind and very appreciative. He will be missed.
Bob Polston
May 1, 2015
So sorry to hear about Bill. I always enjoyed discussing investment with him.
A great person.
Michelle Schuh
May 1, 2015
Gina, my thoughts and prayers are with your family today. Take care and please let me know if there is anything you need.
May 1, 2015
Sara & family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Bill was a wonderful man and I enjoyed our conversations. I will keep your family in my thoughts & prayers. Sharon (Brown) & Marv Flick
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