William ‘Bill’ Ellsworth
March 9, 1963 – September 25, 2024
William ‘Bill’ Ellsworth, 61, of Birch Bay, WA passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 25, 2024, at Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham.
Bill was born in Portland and grew up in Pleasant Hill, OR. Before settling in the beautiful Skagit Valley in 1998 with Birdie and his step-daughters, he lived in Oregon and Florida. Before becoming disabled due to medical issues he worked as a landscaper, cook, and NDT Inspector.
Bill made his home at Thousand Trails RV Park and Sun Retreats for the past seven years.
Driving his truck to the state park to enjoy the view of the water, boats, and birds, and to ‘people-watch’ was one of his favorite things.
Bill was kind and helped everyone he could. He loved meeting new people at the RV parks and looked forward to visiting with them every day.
Bill’s companion for many years was his beloved black cocker spaniel, Honda. They were inseparable until Honda passed in December 2019.
Bill was loved by his large family in WA, OR, NJ, ID, and MT. He spent much of his time in Skagit County at birthday and holiday gatherings. Ten grandchildren and one great-granddaughter will miss their ‘Papa Bill.’
Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, October 12 at 10 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2550 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA.
