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Personal note from Bill's Family

We humbly give our appreciation to all who can attend the memorial or donate in honor of Bill. Bill was an amazing Photographer, and we will be displaying some of his work at the memorial. Some pieces will be up for sale to help cover costs of his end-of-life expenses to help the family in their time of need. Thank you!

Obituary

April 1, 1960 – February 19, 2026

William Andrew Thiry, known to most as Bill, passed away suddenly on February 19, 2026, in Pine Grove, California.

He leaves behind his two daughters, Amanda Thiry and Ashley Williams; his stepsons, Jason and Joe Ables; and six wonderful grandchildren: Presley, Kambria, Ashton, Dawson, Nathan, and Andy. Bill is also survived by his mother, Fran Thiry; his godmother, Linda Henry; and his two younger sisters, Kathy Kramer and …

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Boy Scouts of America

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Ione Business & Community Association

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Born

April 1st, 1960
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Passed away

February 19th, 2026
Pine Grove, CA

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Cause of death

Pulmonary embolism

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes scattered

Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Daneri Mortuary
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