William J. Green, formerly of Taylorville, passed away Saturday, October 11th in Sumter County Florida. Bill was born and spent most of his 92 years living in Taylorville where he met and married Ella May Lawyer in 1946. He was the son of the late William J. Green and Nellie (Ritter) Green. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two brothers and a sister. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army Air Force.

He is survived by son John (wife Dianna) of Oxford, Florida, his grandson Anthony Green (wife Lindsay), his great grandson William (Liam) Green of Land-O-Lakes, Florida and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services and burial will be held on Saturday, October 25th at 10:00 a.m. at Anderson Cemetery, Clarksdale, IL. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be sent to a hospice organization of their choice.

McClure Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memories of Bill, or condolences to the family may be sent online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.