WALDRON, William Frances

Published by Today's News Herald from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2024 - Lake Havasu City, Arizona - William Frances Waldron, affectionately known as Bill, was a beacon of strength and creativity, illuminating the lives of all who had the good fortune to know him. Born on December 20, 1942, in Abilene, TX, William embarked on a journey that was as resilient as it was remarkable. His ambitious spirit led him to a dedicated career as a lineman, where he tirelessly served Connexus Energy in Anoka, MN, for a commendable 28 years. However, his creativity didn't stop at his job; he was also a self-taught taxidermist and woodworker, his creations a testament to his skill and ingenuity. In Lake Havasu City, where he resided for 11 years, he wasn't just a resident but a valued member of the community. Here, he built a life of love and companionship with his adored wife, Dar, after a whirlwind courtship that began with a blind date and culminated in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Sisseton, South Dakota, after just two months and lasted for 63 years. William's life was a reflection of the words of Helen Keller: "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved." His resilience and dedicated spirit are carried forward by beloved wife, Dar; his sons, William and Brad; his siblings, Chad, Eli, and Elaine; and his granddaughters, Emma, Abigail, Kallie, and Faye. He joins in eternity his parents, Brono Waldron and Rose Olson, and his brother Larry Purdy. We invite you to share your memories of William and upload photos to his memorial page. Each story and picture shared offers a chance to remember and celebrate the remarkable life of this dedicated, creative, resilient, and ambitious man.