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In Memory Of
William L. Briles
09/29/1944 - 05/30/2012

William L. Briles William L. “Bill” Briles, 67, of Bloomington, passed away on Wednesday May 30, 2012 at Golden Living Center. Bill was born on September 29, 1944 in Linton and was the son of William Edgar and Ruth (Shoufler) Briles. Bill was a 1962 graduate of Bloomington High School and had worked for 35 years at RCA and later retired from Indiana University. He also worked the VIP and Press Rooms at IU Football and Basketball games. He was an avid golfer and loved to bowl. Bill was an Army Veteran having served in Germany. He was a member of the American Legion Burton Woolery Post #18, Moose Lodge #1081 and he had attended Pentecostal Faith Assembly. Survivors include his wife of 32 years Millie Briles of Bloomington, one son Ty Briles of Bloomington, one sister Carole Briles of Ellettsville, two brothers Harold Briles (Deloris) of Ellettsville and Roy Briles (Lorna) of Bloomington, 2 nieces and 3nephews, 3 brothers-in-law Steve Hardin of Maryland, Ric Hardin of Bloomington and Tim Hardin of Noblesville and his uncle John Briles (Dee) of Bloomington. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services will be 10:00 am Saturday June 2, 2012 at The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard, 3000 E. Third Street, Bloomington. Burial will follow at Valhalla Memory Gardens. Visitation will be on Friday June 1, 2012 from 4-8 pm at The Funeral Chapel.

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Millie,
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time of transition. I hope that knowing people are sharing your grief will bring you some comfort. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss...
Pat Brummett - signed on: 06/13/2012
Millie, We were saddened to learn of Bill's passing upon returning home from our trip. We will always remember Bill as Chuck's ping-pong partner at a gathering many years ago...so much fun! Please know that you and Ty are in our thoughts and prayers. We know this has been a difficult road...may you find comfort and peace knowing that Bill is in a better place with no more struggles. God Bless you and your family. Sincerely.....
Cindy & Chuck - signed on: 06/07/2012
Millie, You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Al and I worked with Bill at RCA for many years. He was a great person and very enjoyable to work with.
Mary Jones & Al Corbin - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie, I am so sorry to hear about Bill.I worked at RCA and talked to Bill many times. He will be missed.God bless your family.
Nancy
Nancy Thacker - signed on: 06/01/2012
Condolences to Bill's family. The saddest part about RCA's closing is losing contact with friends. I know Bill will be missed. He was a good guy to work with.
Ronal Brock - signed on: 06/01/2012
You will be sadly missed Bill. Rest in peace.
Bob Johnson - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie, I was sorry to read that your husband has passed. The last time we spoke you had said he was not doing well. My deepest sympathies.
Mila Norman - signed on: 06/01/2012
Dear Ty and Millie, I am so sorry about Bill's passing. You are in my prayers and I hope your special memories will bring you comfort.
Martha Croft (Megan's Mom) - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie: I was so saddened to read about Bill's passing. All those great Thursday night Jack & Jill golf outings are memories we both can look back on. Know that I am thinking of you and your son.
Pat Myers - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie & Ty
so sorry to hear about Bill. our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Joyce McCoy & Danny Harp - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie and Ty
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know the road has been difficult. May you both find pease knowing Bill has the comfort of God's hand and the company of Mom Hilda.
Sent with love
Carol
Carol Neill Jones - signed on: 06/01/2012
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your lossâ¦our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ty during this difficult time. ...sharon and EG
Sharon and EG - signed on: 06/01/2012
Sincere condolences to the family of William Briles. We were honored and priviledged to have the opportunity to provide care to such a special man. Our Bereavement team will soon be touching base to see how we might best support you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and in the days and months to come.

Michael Atwood
Bereavement Care Coordinator, on behalf of AseraCare Hospice Team
AseraCare Hospice Team - signed on: 06/01/2012
Sorry for the loss of one of the closet friends of my father. Millie and Ty, my thoughts and prayers are with you two and your family. Bill was around my 2 sisters and I, alot when we were younger. we are all going to miss Bill and his sense of humor. But he is now with our Savior Jesus Christ.
Jon Hays - signed on: 06/01/2012
Ty & Millie -

I was so saddened to hear of your loss. My mother passed away unexpectedly a few months ago so I know how difficult it is. My thoughts and prayers are with you. (Of course, Anna sends her sympathy as well.) Ty ... Let's get coffee sometime.
David Weigand - signed on: 06/01/2012
Millie,
So sorry for your loss. Worked with Bill for many years with him at RCA & IU. Will always remember his crazy little laugh. May God keep you under his wing.
Tim Ellett
Tim Ellett - signed on: 06/01/2012
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Millie and Ty.
Faith Fleetwood - signed on: 05/31/2012


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