William Long Vessels

March 22, 2019

William “Bill” Long Vessels passed away on Friday, March 22, 2019.  He was born in Philadelphia, PA on September 25, 1937 and grew up in Lewes, DE.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA.  Bill began his 42-year career in Finance for General Electric at various locations ending as Chief Financial Officer for Medical Systems in Florence, SC.  He was an Elder and Treasurer in the Presbyterian Church since 1970.  Bill was past president of the Florence Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow.  He was on the Levy House Steering Committee and served on the Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Board. 

Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carolyn McCaughan Vessels; two daughters, Jennifer Smith and husband, Ray of Charlotte, and Allison Vessels of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Emily Price, Ray and Caroline Smith; a brother, Jack (Mickey) Vessels of Milton, DE; and sister, Gerry Vessels of Covington, GA.  He was predeceased by his sister, Mary Vessels. 

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 30, 2019 in the Chapel at Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NÇ with a reception immediately following. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sardis Presbyterian Church or Hospice & Palliative Care - Charlotte Region, P.O. Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247. 

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

 

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  • Bob and Peggy Malnar

    We are very saddened to hear the news of Bill. Bob truly enjoyed his working relationship with Bill at GE in Florence. He was always a gentleman and willing to help out. We both have many fond memories of sharing good times in Florence with our families! He will surely be missed! Our love and prayers to all of you.

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  • Kim Millican

    Oh what a great smiling man he was. I will always be grateful for the time I got to spend with him at Rock Steady. When he laughed it made my day. Prayers of Peace to all the family

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  • Hank Kravec

    So sad to learn of Bill's passing. To me he was always kind and generous, with a dry sense of humor. A good man, a very good man. Godspeed Bill, Heaven awaits you.

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  • Maurice Dake

    Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He will always be remembered as a very kind and caring person. Always looking out for others. I considered him a good friend. Im sure he is in a better place. God bless.

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  • Dan and Joyce DeLucia

    When coming in to rock steady boxing, we all will remember Bill with his happy smiling face. I know all will miss him,and how Carolyn was always being
    The best caretaker for him. Our sympathy to all the family.
    Dan and Joyce

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