William “Bill” Greer, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. There to greet him were his parents, Willie Bob and Lois, his sisters, Sarah and Bobbie, his son, Gregg, his grandson, Josh, and many other family members. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Pat, his children, Steve Greer (Kenna), Cari Murphy (Jay), Jamie Calbert (Kevin), Jenny Blair (Mike), Julianne Greer, grandchildren, Jared, Jordan, Bethany, Katie, Erin, Kelly, Casey, Shane, Kenzie, Kade, Kason, Kolton, Keely and 10 great-grandchildren.
Bill began life in Little Rock, Arkansas on March 31st, 1936. He spent his childhood in North Little Rock graduating from NLR High School. After graduating he began his military service by joining the Air National Guard in 1954 to do his pilot training. After becoming a pilot, he attended college at the University of Arkansas where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology. Bill would crop dust in the summers while in college to earn a living. After college Bill became Active Duty Air Force serving in multiple capacities including as a Forward Air Controller attached by the Air Force to the Army’s 237th infantry and 101st airborne. Bill retired from his military services as a Colonel in 1988. After retiring Bill began flying as a commercial pilot for PanAm and Atlas Air traveling the world and bringing home many souvenirs and stories from the many places he visited. Bill continued to fly until 2002 when he retired.
Bill spent the next 22 years enjoying his children, grand-children and great-grandchildren and serving his Savior Jesus Christ through multiple callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 650 S. Cooper Rd, Chandler, Arizona 85225. Visitation will be at 9:00 am and the service at 10:00 am. Burial will be at the National Memorial Cemetery at 2:00 pm.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Omgosh. Carl and I loved bill. I hurt for you and your loss. He was such an awesome man. Love to your family.
Thank you, my friend..
He was always one of our most favorite people. We had so many good talks with him. He was always so kind and loving to all of us Toppers. We will always cherish our friendship with him. Much love and many prayers for all of you!❤️
Thank you.
I loved and admired this wonderful Dad, husband and Vietnam war vet.
Thank you.
Pat, and Jamie, Kevin and Julianne and family, you guys were such an important part of us growing up here in Branson. I personally really loved Bill, and your entire famly and considered him a good friend and discilple of Jesus Christ ! I have missed having you guys in our lives for sure. We love you all and our thoughts are with you as I am sure you aree missing him a lot more than we are, which is the right thing. A great man has graduated !
Thank you.
Bill, is one of my favorite people! He was a wonderful neighbor and friend. Nothing but fond memories about Bill and the Greer family! Pat, blessing to you and all of your family.
Pat, sending our love from Arkansas❤️
Thank you, Karen
Sir, we thank you for your commitment to this country and the sacrifices you made (being gone from family) to continue the freedom we have today. It is time to rest but know you are part of a brotherhood that lives forever. To Bill’s children and family: Thank you for your support and love during his military career as we know it takes a major toll on you all as well. It is your love and support that keep us going. For my personal note, knowing Bill was an honor. I have met Pat and one of his children, whom he cherished. Pat, you are a god send for the care you gave to Bill when he needed you for many things in life.
Rest well, brother, you have earned it.