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Betty Frankhouser Cannella - (New Holland Newcrete)
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Charlie Marrone
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Tina Palm Martin
"Sending Love and Light in your time of need."
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Joy Ashley, Ephrata Public Library
"The first time I met Bill was at a meeting at his home. While others mingled and"
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John Michael Becker
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Teresa z mahlandt
"I'm so sorry to hear of this. Rest in peace, Bill"
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Condolence From: Charlie Marrone
Condolence: Hello, Betsy. Not sure if you will see this. Hope you will. It is a year now that Bill is in Eternity. Please, know that I have not forgotten. This is probably a difficult anniversary for you to experience. I thank God you are blessed with so much love in the family which you and Bill created and nurtured together. God bless, you, Betsy, during these next few weeks. Keep celebrating him, because he is certainly celebrating now in one Eternal moment that never ends. Our trip to Brooklyn together is etched in my heart as a special day in my life, especially as I prepare for another one in 2 weeks. Bill will be a part of my Giglio lifts. Thank you, Bill. Thank you, Betsy.

Love,
Charlie Marrone
Saturday June 23, 2018
Condolence From: Mike Foley
Condolence: Condolences and prayers to a wonderful family. Uncle Bill was great man and will be missed.
Monday July 10, 2017
Condolence From: Sue Enderlin
Condolence: The accolades in Bill's obituary say it all...what an incredible person. I can only add that we sure had a lot of fun during our school years at EHS. Bill was a dynamic force. I've been smiling at many of our escapades. My sympathy to all of you.
Sue (Wagner) Enderlin
Sunday July 09, 2017
Condolence From: Jean Givler
Condolence: Dear Betsy and family

I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was a special man, always ready to help and support anyone who was in need. His involvement in OMPH was outstanding as well as
his involvement in the Community.You will miss him but know that he is in a better place where there is no pain or sorrow, and maybe he and my George will make contact with each other, wouldn't that be something! I have found that good memories of your life together will help to heal the sorrow you are all feeling now.
God bless you all,
My Love and sympathy to the whole family,
Jean Givler
Friday July 07, 2017
Condolence From: Mike Zipfel
Condolence: I am very sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Hecker. I remember many trips home from Lancaster Catholic wrestling practice in the back of his car. He always teased my brother Andy and me - in the nicest way. One summer, he gave me a job at his company plant and I have NEVER worked so hard in my life. I will always remember Mr. Hecker as a very kind man who raised a wonderful family.
Thursday July 06, 2017
Condolence From: Charlie Marrone
Condolence: Hello, my very dear friend, Bill. I bet you are reading this even before it is typed. What a blessing it has been to meet you. Wish our paths had crossed years ago. You have taught me so much by your example and way of life. I have been blessed watching how you have loved your family, and the joyful affection they have all expressed in your presence. Thank you for being a kind man, for calling me "friend", and for offering the gift of laughter to my life. Thank you for the celebration you, Betsy and I shared in New York just two years ago. That was just a small taste of what you must be enjoying at this moment. Our next reunion together will be a real blast! I wish many blessings and God's comfort on your loving family, who are missing you so much right now. Rest in peace, Bill.

Love,
Charlie
Tuesday July 04, 2017
Condolence From: Mike Fedor
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. A good man that will be missed greatly!
Monday July 03, 2017
Condolence From: Dawn White
Condolence: Blessings to the Hecker family. Know Bill will be greatly remembered!!
Monday July 03, 2017
Condolence From: Larry Alexander
Condolence: Bill was a great guy who always had Ephrata's best interests at heart. His years on borough council, especially his leadership as council president, marked a period of terrific progress and forward thinking unsurpassed by any council since. As a news reporter I loved working with him.
Monday July 03, 2017
Condolence From: Sheila Carroll
Condolence: Betsy, being my first manager at ENB , you have always held a special place in my heart. I was just with you a short 8 months but it did not take long to learn what a loving and caring person you were. It also wasn't hard to see the love that passed between you and Bill when he would stop by. My heart and prayers go out to you during this sad time. May God comfort you with many good memories. Love and prayers. Sheila C.
Monday July 03, 2017
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