William Witting

William Joseph (Bill) Witting, of Columbia and formerly of Boonville, passed away October 8, 2007 at his home. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 13, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Columbia, followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. A private burial will be held at Columbia Cemetery. Bill was born July 18, 1938 to Margaret Jacobsmeier Witting and George Witting, in Houghton, Iowa. His family later moved to Davenport, Iowa where he lived until he married Joanne Duffy April 20, 1963. He was a federal bank examiner before moving to Boonville in 1973 to become CEO of Mid Missouri Savings and Loan Association. Survivors include his wife, Joanne of 44 years, daughter, Kathy Niederhelm and husband Hank, sons, Joe Witting and wife Nikki, Tom Witting and wife Lori, Jim Witting and wife Jenette, daughters, Jennifer Costain and husband Phil, Angela Youtsey and husband Mike, along with eleven grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers, Frank and Wilfred Witting and sister, Mary Ann Halligan. Preceding him in death are his parents, Margaret Theresa and George Witting. Memorials may be left with the family for a use to be determined later.

Condolences

  1. Cynde Palmer on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Joanne and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. I will keep you all in my prayers.



  2. Shirley on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    To the Witting family my prayers be with you during this time of sorrow.



  3. Dick on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dear Wittings, Regrettably we will be unable to attend the funeral but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I never really knew Bill until he visited Iowa when Grandma Duffy passed away. We dragged him to an Iowa State football game that weekend, for which he probably never forgave us! In all seriousness, I really enjoyed sitting with Bill at the game and just getting to know him. We had a great time that day and I will never forget it. God bless you all. Love, Joel, Krista, Cailin and Rachel Duffy



  4. Joel Duffy on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dear Wittings, Regrettably we will be unable to attend the funeral but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I never really knew Bill until he visited Iowa when Grandma Duffy passed away. We dragged him to an Iowa State football game that weekend, for which he probably never forgave us! In all seriousness, I really enjoyed sitting with Bill at the game and just getting to know him. We had a great time that day and I will never forget it. God bless you all. Love, Joel, Krista, Cailin and Rachel Duffy



  5. Sarah (Kahle) Bunker on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Kathy & Joe – One of life’s hardest lessons is learning how to say goodbye. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



  6. Don Allen on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    I remember Bill granting us a loan to purchase a house we bough at 619 Krohn in Boonville back in the year I think of 1972.



  7. Estelle May on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Joanne,
    I wanted to express my sympathy on the passing of Bill. YOu are in my prayers if there is anything i can do please feel free to call me.
    Estelle May



  8. Kevin Gilmore on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Kathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

    Kevin



  9. James Aldridge on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    JoAnne, May God bless you and your family and let peace find you in this difficult time.
    James Aldridge and family



  10. Ken and Mona Brownfield on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    You are all in our prayers. We will miss visiting with Bill at “family gatherings”. We see that he will live on in all of you. Love you guys!



  11. Ellis Temple on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    My heart goes out to you and your family, remember the good times and he will always live within you.



  12. Jack Fisher and Family on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Our most sincerest condolences.
    Jack Fisher



  13. Randy Jones and family on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Witting family.
    Randy Jones & family



  14. Kerry DeLisle on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    I just wanted to express my sincere condolences for your loss.
    Kerry



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