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William Ekenbarger
In Memory of
William "Bill"
Ekenbarger
1937 - 2017
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Obituary for William "Bill" Ekenbarger

William "Bill"  Ekenbarger
William "Bill" Ekenbarger, 79, of Granby, passed away Friday, February 10, 2017. One of twelve children, Bill was born and raised in Stafford and was the son of the late Raymond and Barbara (Dart) Ekenbarger. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy before moving to Enfield where he lived for 38 years. He was retired from Northeast Utilities, where he was employed for 28 years. Bill was a gifted musician and vocalist. He played Rhythm Guitar and sang in several bands throughout the years using the stage name of Billy Ecko. He spent many of his years as a member of the Amvets, playing his Friday night gigs, representing them in the Veterans Day parades and filling in wherever needed. Bill was a sports enthusiast, loyal to his NY teams and enjoyed playing golf with family and friends. He was also an avid bird watcher; especially his hummingbirds. Bill is survived by his three children, Lori Getz and her husband TK of Granby, Coleen Ekenbarger of Enfield, and William Ekenbarger Jr. and his wife Cheryl of Enfield; two brothers, Bruce Ekenbarger and his wife Peggy of Stafford, and John Ekenbarger of NH; two sisters, Emily Cutler, and Barbara Crane both of Stafford; grandchildren, Lynn Doherty (Dave Lambert), Jennifer Britner (Terry Britner), Jacob Ekenbarger, and Isabella Krumm; and many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by the love of his life: Virginia “Ginny” (Remington) Ekenbarger (2003), two brothers, and five sisters. Visitation hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Rd., Enfield. Bill's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday February 15, 2017 at Leete-Stevens. Burial will be private. Donations in Bill's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St., I-91 Tech center, Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3045. To leave online condolences, please visit www.Leetestevens.com
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