William S. “Bill” Schey Sr., of Deerbrook, died Friday, November 23, 2018, at his home under the care of LeRoyer Hospice. He was 88 years old. He was born on July 8, 1930, in Chicago, IL a son of William and Emily Schey. He married June Rodisch on December 25, 1955, in Chicago. She preceded him in death on January 29, 2013.

William served in the United States Army.

He owned Planned Plumbing Inc., in Arlington Heights, IL retiring in 2013. Following his retirement, he moved to Deerbrook.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and being in the outdoors. He was devoted to his son, Patrick.

Survivors include three daughters, Nancy Ray of Woodstock, IL, Kimberley Schey-Scuglik of Rhinelander and Kelly (Kurt) Derlein of Deerbrook; four sons, William (Connie) Schey Jr. of Sarasota, FL, Michael Schey of Deerbrook, Timothy (Robin) Schey of Woodstock, IL and Patrick Schey of Deerbrook; 12 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.

A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Memorials in Bill’s name may be directed to Folds of Honor Chicago (chicago.foldsofhonor.org).