William P. Siers

William P. Siers, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home on October 26, 2024. Bill was born July 22, 1942, in Elgin Illinois to Paul and Dolores (Timm) Siers. His love of the outdoors and hunting defined his life. He raised, and trained, hunting dogs starting at a young age and hunted until his body told him it was time to quit. He was always the happiest when he was in the woods following his dogs in hot pursuit of game. Bill graduated from Elgin High School with the class of 1960 and served in the U.S. Army in Viet Nam in 1967-1968. While serving in the 1st AV Brigade, 11th Combat Aviation Battalion 128th Ass. Helicopter Co. as a medic he earned 2 Purple Hearts and several other commendations. Bill was a carpenter by trade and was from the old school, do it right or don’t do it at all. He and his father formed Siers Builders and built many residential homes and commercial buildings in the Elgin area over many years together. After his father’s passing Bill continued to work on smaller projects until he retired. He married Janet (Jan) Anderson in 1969, and they made their home in Elgin and later in Gilberts, IL where they raised their daughter Sue, and they spent over 55 years hunting, raising dogs, and enjoying the outdoors together. He will be especially remembered by his family for his tall tales. Bill was especially proud of his daughter Sue and son-in-law Bob, both hardworking while raising a family. They are blessed with three children and nine grandchildren. All having a special place in Bill’s heart. Surviving is his wife, Jan, daughter Susan (Robert) Ziller, of Caledonia, IL, three grandchildren, Laura (Brad) Williams of Eugene, MO, Karla Ziller (John Frankland) of Poplar Grove, IL, and Lee (Hillary) Ziller of Genoa, IL. Great grandchildren include Kaydence Charrier, Kailynn and Kylee Baker, Ayden Frankland, Elsie and Owen Williams, Lucille, Derrick, and Garrett Ziller. And a special uncle, Bob Timm and a hunting buddy, Hershell Gossett. Proceeding Bill in death were his parents and a brother. A Memorial Visitation will take place on Monday, November 4th at James A. O’Connor Funeral Home, 11603 E. Main St. in Huntley from 3 to 7:00 pm followed by Military Honors. Inurnment of ashes will take place at a later date at Memorial Washington Reformed Cemetery.

William P. Siers

July 22, 1942 - October 26, 2024