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William Martin Eckroade

May 29, 1938 - June 8, 2015
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William “Portugal Bill” Martin Eckroade was born in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, on May 29, 1938. His family moved to Virginia when World War II began and Bill was schooled at Cradock and James Hurst Elementary and Cradock High School. Bill was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and earned the rank of Eagle Scout.Continue Reading

James F. Eckroade left a message on December 11, 2015:
Dear Nephew: We have not been in contact for a number of years. It may seem many years, but many times because of your Dad and my brother you have been in my thoughts with your brother many times. Let me say good by Billy knowing you are in a better place. Your uncle Jim
Debbie left a message on August 19, 2015:
Daddy, I miss you so much each day. I love you!
david left a message on August 14, 2015:
Travel well Bill-we´ll fish together again someday-you were a great Buddy to me in Portugal
Gigi Capria left a message on June 15, 2015:
Debbie, I just realized your dad was exactly 10 years younger than my dad, born on the same day. Pretty sure it was planned that two amazing men share the same day. The one thing I know for sure, is you have some GREAT memories to keep him alive forever. I will always be thankful he was a part of my life. Thank you for sharing your dad with your Omega Chi Family.
Cradock High School Class of 1956 left a message on June 13, 2015:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of "Bill."
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bernie Kirsch left a message on June 12, 2015:
I knew Bill from being in the high school band with him and his brother at Cradock sixty years ago and have followed his successful career from afar. I am sorry to read of his demise and offer my sincere condolences to those who are in grief. May he rest in peace.
RT Foard left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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