William E. Mcginnis

William E. McGinnis, 89, of Neffsville, formerly of Ephrata and Parkesburg, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2011 at the Lancashire Hall. He was husband of the late Sarah B. McGinnis who died in 1999. Born in Parkesburg, he was the son of the late William E. and Elizabeth McGinnis, Sr. Bill served honorably in the US Army from 1942 to 1945 during WWII in the Pacific Theater with the 897th Signal Co. He was employed most of his life by the Borough of Parkesburg.

Bill was a member of the Parkesburg United Methodist Church, Past Commander, Chaplain and life member of the Parkesburg VFW Post #4480, honorary life member of the Parkesburg Fire Company and member of the Ephrata VFW. He also served on the VFW Chester County Council from 1970 to 1971.

He is survived by one daughter Sally J., wife of Leon Martzall of New Holland, two step sons; Curtis Aberts and wife Judy of Spring City and Barry Aberts and wife Doris of Coatesville, 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and one great great grandson. He was preceded in death by two siblings; Donald McGinnis and Gail Rodgers.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 11:00 am from the Wilde Funeral home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, followed by interment at the Glen Run Cemetery, Atglen, PA. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing from 10 to 11:00 am.

Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com