He is very active but lost his wife years ago to cancer. He is legally blind, but an inspiration to all who know him. His management trust with the Lutheran Foundation of the Southwest has been a source of comfort and satisfaction in his life. The ministries he values have been blessed by his mother before him and now he continues the legacy with his own plan. Recently, Bill set up a scholarship for any student at his church who wants to become an ELCA pastor. As the endowment grows, so will the benefits to his church and to the young people who follow his lead.