Bill and I had more than healthy self confidences.  As we supported people with disabilites we met often with other colleagues around the state. When the Kennedy Institute in DC had a wealthy donor and changed their name to the Kennedy Krieger Institute we schemed ways to raise money so it could be called the Kennedy Krieger Karp Kullen Institute. We disagreed on the order. I loved working with Bill. He was caring, smart, funny and made everything more fun. The world skipped a beat the day he left us. Forever on many hearts. 

Bill was ALWAYS happy and joyful when we worked with him. He was a wonderful mentor to all of us Early Childhood Directors who were either starting a preschool or taking one over.  His expertise and loving, caring guidance was such a huge help to us as we opened our new program.  He is loved by so many in the early education community and beyond and I know he will be sorely missed. 

What can you say? Bill was a kind and caring friend who truly listened, a happy and always positive neighbor who lit up a room with his smile, and an all around great guy who was deeply concerned about social justice and lifting people up. The trifecta of what it means to be an amazing human. You will be thought of often, my friend.

So, today is the day... I did my civic duty. I felt you with me. Today, we voted. thank you again for our conversations. we leave for FL in a week from Thursday to go to the pot luck for you. Part of me is a little scared about regressing in terms of my emotional state. I am finally at a point where I feel ok, for the most part. I love you and I know you're rooting for the good guys to win. I love you!

Bill... Can I wake up now? Today is not going to well. I'm sitting in this professional development meeting. I feel lost, and done. I really don't think I want to do this anymore, or maybe I just need a break. I thought about possibly doing the 18+ program. Maybe I'll have a better time teaching life applicable things would give me the fulfillment that I'm lacking. The ups and downs have been challenging, in all honesty, some days I just want to hang it up. I love Leticia, and Girasol too much for that though. On a positive, Girasol's birthday is coming up. My goodness, she is so smart and aware of everything around her. It is so beautiful to watch. Other Bill seems to be ok from the hurricane, I'm glad for that.  I still  wish I could call you. I hate that you're gone, but I'm glad you're no longer suffering. I love you. 

Hey Bill, I've been thinking about you a lot. As time goes on, I always it always gets weird that people have to move on. I'm still trying to navigate through that 3 weeks after the fact. I wish I could tell you what's getting easier, but it isn't. At the same time, I understand what the expectations of me are as a father, husband, and provider. I checked on Wiley the other day, he doesn't seem to be phased by this hurricane at all. You guys always knew how to prepare, such the veterans. I believe I have about 2 weeks left of the two grad school classes I'm taking. It seems like I'm going to pull out on top. As hard as it was to battle between grieving the loss of you, working full-time, and going to school; I'm very grateful that my professors were more than accommodating with my situation. Gitaso's birthday is coming up in a week from Sunday. It'll be nice to see my brother, and my mom for a short time. Bill, I hope you're at peace, and I long for the day we can see each other again. I'm so grateful that Wiley created this page. It really has helped me through the process of grieving you to be able to keep you updated on life. Thank you, and Wiley again for the tremendous impact you've had on me. Thank you Bill Bali for continuing to walk with me through life I love you more than anything I can ever tell you. Here's to the two best dads I can ask for I love you both so much.

Hey Bill, just wanted to let you know today has been a pretty good day. College is going decent, my grades are pretty good I currently have a 89 in one class a 90 in the other. School has had me the end of my rope. I'm seriously considering switching locations. I really miss you, and it sucks not having you here anymore. On a positive note, your loss has done a lot to have an impact on me in other ways. I was actually able to get in contact with Ricky, and it's nice to have someone that understands the pain of your absence. I've also been doing my best to keep up with other bill, also well respecting is grieving process as well. Last time we talked he sounded pretty good. I love and miss you so much. Thank you again to you and other bill for the impact that you guys have on my life. I will forever be grateful for the two of you. It is an honor to call both of you father. As the weeks turn into months it still doesn't get easier. There are times where I just want to scream. I really wish haven't had a cell phone so I could call and we can laugh and you can help me navigate through the good and not good parts of this life. I really really really yearn for the day that I can give you another hook that I could eat another muffin or just sit with you and do absolutely nothing thank you again to the two best fathers I can ask for you guys have no idea how impacted and blessed I am and will be to have you both in my corner. 

2 weeks without you here, it feels like a lifetime. I'm still barely keeping my head above water. I'm trying to be the best provider and example to my family as I can, even though it's very hard. I still try and check on other bill although it still feels weird I never know when to check in because I don't want to bother. I know it's a lot for him right now too be without you. I'm about halfway through my first semester in grad school. I know I'll make it through it but it is been a struggle. I think from now on I'm going to just take one class so that way I can focus more time on home and work as it's been a tricky task to juggle right now. We have about 3 weeks until the babies officially a year old. Again, I am so blessed that you have been a part of her life, it is something I've always wanted. I love you so much Bill. My family and I will continue to keep your memory alive and cherish and continue your legacy that you left behind for us. I love you Bill

I am very sorry to hear Bill has passed on. We were neighbors in Hollywood for many years and he always had a huge smile that could light up a room. Mom and I moved to Sunrise but I have kept you in my thoughts and prayers. I know you are in a better place now and you are pain free. You will be missed, my friend and neighbor.

My name is Ydelma Reyes  Bill was a special person for me .  I would never forget him .  My  heart is broken so sad he could enjoy his retired I would never forget My school was the first school he went before his retired  I gave him one of our tshirt and touch my heart . I do not have word to express how sad I am . I knew bill since I bought my center wee ones of Hollywood in 2003  . He  always. Was there for anything I need . He help me a lot . When  I was to open wee ones of Stirling I ask him to came to give me his blessing and he did .  I will never forget that We lost a special human been . And too sad  he could not enjoy life after his retired. I do not know how to express how sad I am . I which I can give a hug to his husband and tell him in person How much I love bill  I will never forget I went to see him the last day of his day at his office   I keep that picture with me for ever . He loved my flan I went  that day with a big flan plus a big hug 

You've been gone a week, and I've been falling apart. It's been really difficult for me to get back to "normal" I'm falling behind in school right now, but I'm really trying to maintain and stay on top of it. On a good note, my cousin has been doing really good carrying on your legacy. She checked on me and said that's how she was going to let your memory live on is to be a better sounding board. It's kind of ironic that you leaving is what will hopefully bring my cousin and I closer. We have about a month left before the baby turns to your old. Thank you again that you got to be a part of her life even if it was shorter than we wanted. I think in order for me to catch up on my school work I probably should do more of it at work where I'm not as distracted. I know you're looking over me and I know I can bounce back from this but understand that it is hard. There is a part of my life that feels like it's still frozen, but I understand there comes a point where I have to get up and push forward. I know that's not what you would want from me is to stay still. So I will continue to do my best to honor you and other bill and put forth my best effort and everything that I do. I love you so much Bill I'll probably be writing more of these as you come across my mind just to help me process a little bit. I'm so grateful for you and Bill Wiley you guys are really a perfect example of the man, and father I would like to continue to be for my family.

Bill's gentle heart — with Bill Karp, Gay Shepherd and Bill Wiley

I could never forget that one time I sent a nasty email badgering the person that had eaten my pineapples in the fridge; ALL for it to have been none other than BILL 😂💕 . I was MORTIFIED! But we laughed so much about it! Bill had always been the most sweetest individual anyone could have the pleasures of encountering! His smile and wit was contagious!! Bill, this is the influence everyone should strive for ! Life is not about what you have but it’s about the people you can  influence & you influenced MANY! Your presence mattered! And it would be in vain to feel nothing but happiness when you come to mind! Rest in Paradise Bill! And you will indeed be greatly missed by All you came in contact with. 

Puns were going around the office one day, so I asked Bill if I could take his picture.  I duplicated the picture and posted it.  Unfortunately, nobody guessed that the answer was "unmarked Bills".  He was a good sport.

My truly condolences to the family of a great human been. He was the greatest mentor for all who knew him in the child care industry.  Always willing to help everyone that reach out to him. We all are going to miss him very much. RIP Bill. 

William always was there for us in the early childhood field. Always smiling and a  gentleman.

We will miss you. My sincere condolences to the family 

Celebrating a legacy

I'm so glad that I got to know The Bills when I bought my house 25 years ago! They were such good neighbors and friends, and I was sad when they moved away though I knew Florida was home for them. Now, I'm heartbroken. The world is a dimmer place without Red Bill's brightness in it. Sending much love to Black Bill and the family.

Bill and Paula