Birth date: Apr 9, 1945 Death date: Oct 21, 2020
On October 21, 2020, William R. “Wild Bill” Spanbauer, age 75, passed away at home with his family at his side. He was hospitalized briefly at Aurora Baycare with multiple life-threatening issues but courageously fought to stay al Read Obituary
Condolences to Bill’s family. Words can’t begin to ease the sting. Bill is dearly missed. Bill was like second Dad to me. My Dad and he were best buds my entire life. I remember the fun our families had at our group camping trips with much dancing singing and beverage consumption, hunting shack shanigans, parties at the farm, and card playing - all memories that I will cherish. Bill always had a story or joke to energize the room. His laugh still rings.
“Bill” was the epitome of true kindness.. He was there for Tim when he needed a friend, and when I got to know him he was my friend too. With our deepest sympathy for the family of Bill we hope these pictures from our wedding on June 9, 2001 will bring a smile to your faces. May one of the best Rest In Peace. Tim & MaLea Flynn
So sorry for your loss Brian and Sheri my prayers are with you and your family. He was a very kind man he will be greatly missed. Your friend Brenda Youngwirth
"Love you more." Dee and Dave Buech
I was blessed to have 60 years with my Uncle Bill. Throughout those years Bill was always there for me. We had many conversations and I could always count on him to be there for me and give me advice. The times I treasure the most are working together when he would come to help my dad on the farm. He would kid around and joke to make the work fun. I treasure all the visits to our house, the sturgeon fishing adventures and the visits to deer camp the "camp from hell." I will always remember his smiling face, his jokes and his laughter. He is with my dad little "Joeie" now. Soar with the eagles Uncle Bill. Someday I will see you again.
I met Bill in 2008 he loved to kid around and always made me feel welcome everytime I would see him at a family gathering I can see his smile and thank you Bill for your kindness I will never forget that say hi to Joe for me I'll see you heaven Alicia Martinez
I met Bill at my Uncle George and Aunt Dawn Springborn's house on a normal Friday night of cards. He and Kay were always fun to be around even though I am not a card player. My wife and parents would laugh and tip "a few" drinks and get loud and laugh and poke at each others. After a period of time of not seeing them after my uncle's passing I was face to face with Bill again at Hank's Club. Now Bill would bring his family, all the girls and their husbands and of course the boys and a very young Brock. After many sturgeon seasons as well as hunting season stories it was clear to me he was a great family man. Thanks for all the memories and REST IN PEACE!!!
Milt Schafer
I first met grandpa bill while I was working at the hill tavern. He told me that I was a beautiful young lady but My tits were just too small. Shocked hearing that from an older gentleman I just naturally started cracking up and blushing, everyone shrugged and told me thats “wild bill” and we laughed together. So much that evening I had tears in my eyes and my cheeks hurt on the way home. Such a goofy kind soul! I saw him many other times at different events and he never forgot my face. Always gave the best hugs. Grandpa bill certainly lit up the room wherever he went❤️
