William Thomas Wadlow, born October 1, 1943, in Granite City, IL, son of Paul and Pauline (Jackie) Wadlow, died January 8, 2016 at his home in Wentzville, MO, surrounded by family. He married Darlene A. Mank on August 28, 1965 at St. Joseph Church, Granite City, IL. She survives. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Wadlow.
In addition to Darlene, his best friend and wife of 50 years, he is survived by two sons, Gregory (Kellie) Wadlow of Oxford, MS, and Jeffrey (Tara) Wadlow of Edwardsville, IL, and a daughter Jennifer (Kenneth) Wilson of Bradenton, FL. He is also survived by one granddaughter Keya (Jason) Payton of Huntington, AR, and two grandsons, Brandon Wadlow of Edwardsville, IL, and Aiden Wilson of Bradenton, FL. As well as, brothers-in-law, Msgr. Virgil Mank of Wentzville, MO, Billy (Connie) Mank of Godfrey, IL, James (Lynne) Mank of Bethalto, IL, Timothy (Michelle) Mank of Waxhaw, NC, and two sisters-in-law, Mary (Richard) Gier of Fenton, MO, and Midge Wadlow of Troy, IL, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
William retired from Granite City Steel Co. on April 1, 2000, where he worked his entire career. He was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Wentzville, MO. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick Church, 406 Church Street, Wentzville, MO, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2016 with his brother-in-law, Monsignor Virgil Mank presiding. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or St. Patrick Parish, Wentzville, MO.
Darlene, Greg, Jeff & Jenny,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Bill’s passing. Know that we were all praying for him during his struggle with cancer. Our prayers will continue for all of you to help you thru this very difficult time. I know your hearts are heavy right now, but hopefully the thought of Grandma having her boys with her again can put a smile on all our faces. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rondice
Dear Darlene and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a good man and fought a tough battle. My prayers and love for all of you at this difficult time. May God give you the strength and peace to remember all the good and special times.
Love, Rosemary
Darlene,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your dear husband. May you know and feel the presence of God’s eternal love in the faces, hugs, and notes of friends and family.
Kelly & Geoff