Dick & Nancy Boneske wrote on September 30, 2011
Those of us that were lucky enough to have Bill in our lives will never forget his willingness to listen to our problems without ever letting on that he may have had problems of his own. There was no one else like Bill--God made only one! I'll not forget him and his constant smile and unique ways for the rest of my life.

Sheri Remington wrote on September 30, 2011
To the Family of Bill Crispigna ~ I am so very sorry for your loss...please know that you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. My heart is hurting right now...but like Billy told me when his Dad passed away, 'I just feel he had so many more years ahead, I guess he was destined for greater things. I hope to make it there someday too!!" Give your Dad a hug for me too Billy...my life was better for having you in it!

Pete and Marlene Feira wrote on September 30, 2011
Dear Carla, Bobbi and Chris, Our son, Nick, called us last night after a phone conversation with Paul Crispigna with the shocking and sad news of Billy's passing. We have many fond memories of you and your parents from our years in Winneconne. Our hearts go our to you. With our sincere sympathy, Pete and Marlene Feira

John & Janet Kunde wrote on September 30, 2011
Bill - how could it be...just talked with you last Friday nite at Woodeyes... you were a great friend and will be VERY much missed!! To the family: "When someone you Love becomes a Memory, that Memory becomes a Treasure" God Bless you all with strength to get you thru these hard days.

Kathy Jaeger (Plexus) wrote on September 30, 2011
This message is for Frank and Julie. My heart felt condolences are with you and your family through this difficult time. I pray that you have extra strength and know that my thoughts are with you. Wishing you well.

Carl & Carla at Players wrote on September 29, 2011
The Crispigna Family: We will miss Bill. He always came in with a big smile. Loved teasing him about the Wisconsin Badgers (his lack of love for the team) Our sympathy to you.

Barb Toth (bakery) wrote on September 29, 2011
Carla and family. I (and my George) are very sorry for your loss. Take care. Our thoughts are with you.

barb and al peters wrote on September 29, 2011
bear's dad frank and al peters were great friends way back in their football coaching years we got to know the family quite well bear was quite the character he will be sorely missed by all

Al & Cindy Krueger wrote on September 28, 2011
We are both shocked and saddened by the passing of "Billy Bear". Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Crispigna family. Billy was certainly a much loved and iconic figure in Winneconne. His smile, big heart and "gift for gab" will be missed. God be with you during this difficult time!

Darv & Joyce (Gillick) Koneman wrote on September 28, 2011
We were deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing and we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time. May knowing others care and share in your sorrow help to bring you comfort.

Dan Norton wrote on September 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Crispigna family. He will be missed. Bill always had a smile on his face and could always make me laugh. I will miss that alot. God Bless

Alan and Marilyn Irving wrote on September 27, 2011
Carla, we want to extend our sympathy to you and your family. The loss of a brother can be very difficult; know that our prayers are with you, George and Chris and the rest of you family. God bless you all.

Brent Anderson wrote on September 27, 2011
What tremendous loss to the Winneconne community. Bill touched so many people in so many ways. He was a very special human being. I will miss him dearly, but look forward to seeing again. God Bless.

Jill(Perry)King wrote on September 27, 2011
I am deeply saddened by the loss of billy bear. I have so many fond memories of my neighborhood friend. He always had a smile on his face and took the time to stop and say hello. It is so true..... only the good die young. My deepest condolences to all of you.

Kelly Jawson wrote on September 27, 2011
Frank and family: I'm so sorry to hear of Billy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

The Sippert Family wrote on September 27, 2011
Our sympathies go out to Billy's family and loved ones. He was a kind and considerate coach. He will be missed.

Plexus Building 4 2nd shift People wrote on September 27, 2011
We are so very sorry to hear about Big Bill. He was a great person.We all were talking how we all miss his smile and stopping and talking and joking around with alot of use. We just can not beleive he is gone.He will be greatly missed by all.

Luie Cortesi wrote on September 26, 2011
Billy will be missed dearly by all the Cortesi's. I remember going out to breakfast one morning when the Crispignia's were visiting Highland Park. Doug Flutie, the Bears quarterback was also at the restaurant with his family. Billy said, "That's Doug Flutie?!" We all answered yes. And Billy said he was not leaving without talking to him. And he got up and walked over to him AND talked to him and got him to sign a napkin or something like that. We were all stunned that he was able to do that. That's how the BEAR lived his life to us. Never afraid to take a chance and won over everyone with his humble and generous attitude. I will miss his rare spirit. Cousin Luie

Jackie (Perry) Schultz wrote on September 26, 2011
I am so, so sad to hear about Billy Bear's passing. My sister and I have many great memories growing up with Billy and Frank in the neighborhood. Bill was such a gracious and caring person. He often stopped by my parent's house just to say hi. He had a remarkable personality....very, very genuine. I'm so sorry Frank. Billy will be missed by many, many people.

Jack and Joanne Perry wrote on September 26, 2011
Billy was a wonderful neighbor on our block. He always had a smile and a positive word for everyone. He was a very caring person and always asked how our family was doing. Billy, you will truly be missed by many, many people!

Trevor Morris wrote on September 26, 2011
My condolences go out to all of Bill's family. I had the pleasure of working with Bill at Elite Security for the past two years. He was a great guy to work with & he will be sadly missed.

Mike Dahlke wrote on September 26, 2011
Very saddened about the news of my childhood and H.S. friend Billy Bear. I have so many memories of those times we hung out together that truly bring a grin to my face and can make me laugh. My deepest sympathy!

Betty Delzer wrote on September 26, 2011
I did not get to see Billy very often after High School. When we did connect he always had a genuine smile and a hug for me. He was a warm, wonderful person. My deepest sympatahy to his family and loved ones.

Joe & Roberta Buyeske wrote on September 26, 2011
Billy boy, as I called him, was a special person and had a very personal way of greeting people. He always was a great guy with an energetic gift when stopping by or if he way just hanging out with the boys. He really did have his own special personality and will be greatly missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Dave & Lonna Norton wrote on September 26, 2011
We were so sorry to hear about Bill. He greeted us with a smile everytime we saw him and will be greatly missed by many people including us.

James J. and Heidimarie Sitter wrote on September 26, 2011
Carla we want to send our deepest sympathy. We didn't know Billy that well,but I'm sure he was the greatest Brother ever. You will always have those fond memories of the things you have done together during the years you were growing up together. Our thoughts and prayers go out to and your faminly. From our Family to yours. God Bless.

William "Billy Bear" Thomas Crispigna wrote on September 26, 2011
Dear Frank, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. My prayers and sympathies go out to you and your family. Please take time to morn his loss but also time to celebrate his life. Sincerely, Pat Dardis

Dave Pascarella wrote on September 26, 2011
To the family of Billy Crispigna: I want to send my deepest sympathy. Billy was a great friend and will truly be missed by many many people. I will never forget all the good memories we had growing up.. God Bless your family...

Lindsey Pearson wrote on September 26, 2011
My heart is breaking right now! Bill was such an amazing person and I feel so blessed to have known him! I will never forget some of our early morning visits at Plexus as he was finishing up his shift. He will always hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to Frank (his brother) and family. He will be deeply missed!!!

Steve Gurkowski wrote on September 25, 2011
My condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss. Bill was a great guy and will be missed!!