Wilbert “Bill” Edward Dill, 84, a resident of Oak Grove, MO passed away peacefully Thursday, September 29, 2022 at NorthCare Hospice House in North Kansas City, MO. He was born May 29, 1938 to Buryl and Faye (Hughes) Dill in Kansas City, MO.
Bill received his associates Degree in Fire Technology. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. Bill was united in marriage to Lois Marie Rentfro on September 1, 1979 in Las Vegas, NV. He owned and operated Advanced Fire Protection for 26 years in Oak Grove, MO where he was active in the business until recently. Bill was Baptist by faith. He was a Free Mason, Scottish Right, and Shriner. Bill enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, drag racing in his early years, and even raced with his son. He also liked to attend the Mecum Car Auction and cars especially mustangs and corvettes.
Survived by his wife, Lois Dill of Oak Grove, MO; children, Deborah Rentfro-Downing and husband Steven of Kansas City, MO, Todd Rentfro and wife Robin of Ft. Myers, FL, Sabrina Dill-Wiewel and husband Matthew of Kansas City, MO; granddaughter, Peyton Wiewel of Kansas City, MO; siblings, Peggy Dill Todd of St. Joseph, MO, Ralph Dill and wife Robin of St. Joseph, MO; sister-in-law, Jerilyn Johnson of Nashville, TN. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Buryl and Minnie Dill; brother, Charles “Bud” Johnson; sister, Barbara (Hale) White; and beloved uncle and aunt Charles and Opal Northcott.
His family will receive family and friends from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Salvation Army. Memories of Bill and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Bill was one of the good ones. We always appreciated the way he conducted his business and the relationship we built together. He will always be remembered by us at PTMW with a warm spot in our hearts.
Lois, I am so sorry for your loss. Loved working with him for
several years and you as well. I pray for comfort for your family
at this time
Thank you Bill for serving our country. Because of your service to our country we can all live our lives in freedom and peace.
God bless you for taking care of our country and for all the sacrifices you have made for our country for me and for all of us.
LINDA PETERSON
WIFE OF A (DECEASED) UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN
Condolence to Lois and family. Bill was a great friend and associate in business. His laughter and smile will be missed. Lots of great memories. He will be missed here, but lives on in God’s house. Your Friend, Bill Howerton
Lois and family,
My heart goes out to you during this time of sadness. I have fond memories of Bill and know he was a very special husband/ father/ grandfather… May your many cherished memories of him comfort you, today and always.
The Dill Family,
My condolences to Lois and family, we will keep you all in our prayers. Bill was a great guy. I always knew if we needed help in Advanced Fire Protections’ territory he would be there for us. Michael Angstadt/Flagship Fire, Inc. Palmetto, FL
Aunt Lois and family, you’re in our thoughts and prayers at the loss of Bill. So many good memories and much love shared by all, what a blessing he and you all have been to the family! But now, we know Bill has received his inheritance in his eternal home of joy and glory with our Lord Jesus! May you all be comforted by the promise from scripture in Romans 8:18. We love you!
Lois and all of your family. I am so sorry to have heard about your loss of Bill. I contacted your office recently and ask if Allen would come by my daughter’s daycare business in Buckner and do an inspection on her smoke detection system that Bill made possible by offering her help with getting a certified ststem required for childrens daycare centers. I had stop by the office and even though it had been several years since i sold you an automobile, the instant i walked into his office he broke out in one his great laughs and at one extended his hand out for a Master Mason handshake. Even though we had a business relationship we both were brothers because of not only being Masons but having fond memories of racing and love for popular sports cars like the Mustangs. He told me of his condition but said he had lived a good life and would do what the doctors was willing to do to what they could to help with his fight. Ŵe talked for an hour or so and then I told him about my daughter who has MS and her plans for a daycare. I ask for his professional opinion and he gave me his person opinion, which let me show what you need. He proudly took me out in his shop and parts warehouse and started boxing up everything I needed to do some of the work and then Allen would come out to her business and finish the system. He was such a great help getting us started on the work. I wish he could hear my dayghters comments about Bill. She said to me. Dad you have the best friends. He gave me the mental boost I needed to work hard and not give up. She called me yesterday and told me he 18 month dream came true and the Missouri Child division had granted her her license to take care of up to 50 children. Bill’s kindness and willingness to help is priceless, just like Bill. God bless your family and thanks for sharing him with us.
Jerry Snead
Sheree Snead Shepherd
Hannah’s Heart Daycare & Learning Center