William Elmore Bilderback

William Elmore Bilderback of Weirton passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at his childhood residence on Pikeview Road after a long illness surrounded by his family; he was 73 years old. He was born October 12, 1947, in Steubenville, the middle child of five of his late parents, Edward and Antoinette Karzauski Bilderback. He was also preceded in death by his brother Edward Bilderback and sisters Annette Gardener and Nancy Kowalski. William was employed at the former Weirton Steel Corporation, retiring after 33 years from the hot mill as a scheduler. A graduate of Weir High in 1965, a member of the American Legion Post 10, William enlisted and was a proud member of the United States Army, obtaining Sargeant's rank during the Vietnam War. William was everyone's friend. His happy-go-lucky personality drew people to him. He was very spiritual, often finding himself at his kitchen table reading and writing scripture. Additionally, he sometimes would question the televangelist saying, "You are wrong!" He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed coin collecting, but most of all, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 18 years, Jean Churchman Bilderback, son Patrick (Marsha) Bilderback of Belleview, Pa., Barry Bilderback of Pittsburgh, Pa., daughter Marlena (Tom) Muzzi of Weirton, grandchildren Gaubriella and Luca Muzzi of Weirton. A private service will take place at the convenience of his family. Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com 304-748-3219.