After overcoming alcoholism, Bill lived the last 52 years of his life sober–something he considered one of his greatest accomplishments. He quietly helped many others find the same path, offering encouragement, honesty, and the kind of hard-earned wisdom that only comes from walking through life’s toughest battles.

Bill spent more than five decades in the automotive industry, building a successful career and lifelong friendships. He believed deeply in integrity, often saying that a handshake should mean something.

He loved hot rods, classic cars, his Harley, all of his labradors and a good round of golf. Tough as nails with a sharp sense of humor, Bill was also deeply generous and fiercely loyal to the people he cared about.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Luana Williams; daughters Sherri Candland (Delaney and Lulu) and Deborah Hoffler (Allie and Will).

Bill often reminded those around him that when life gets tough, sometimes you simply have to pull yourself up by your bootstraps and keep moving forward.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Willow Creek Country Club, 8505 Willow Creek Drive, Sandy. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Please share your memories with his family at www.starksfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Bill’s name to a local animal shelter of your choice.