William Link
October 11, 1930 – April 16, 2021
William Link, age 90, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 with family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Gayle (nee Donley), son Christopher, close friend Kent Norris, many good neighbors in the Ranch Oaks subdivision and his canine companion Darla. He is preceded in death by his parents, cousin Carol Jurowitz, Aunt Helen Hofert, Uncle Charlie and Aunt Hattie Hofert. William studied business, physical education and graduated from North Central College in Naperville. In addition, he received his Master’s Degree in Counseling. William coached the 6th-8th grade basketball and track teams at Anna McDonald Grade School in Manhattan and taught social studies until his retirement in 1993. William enjoyed spending time at his Montana cabin near Yellowstone. He loved animals, especially cats and was an avid reader who enjoyed reading the daily newspaper. William was a season ticket holder for the Chicago Bears and attended games until 2007. He also enjoyed watching college football, basketball and all professional sports. Visitation service for William will take place on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Manhattan, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Funeral Service will take place the same evening, beginning at 7:00 P.M. with Pastor Carol Currier-Frighetto officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, (815) 478-3321, www.forsythegouldfh.com
April 23, 2021 – 7:00pm cst
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