Age 89. Peacefully passed away at home Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Reunited in heaven with Kay, his wife of 61 years. Dedicated father to Corinne (the late James) Rick, Drew (Maria) Hildebrandt and Shelley Hildebrandt. He was a devoted grandfather to Amanda (Mark) Piontek, Nathan (Crystal Cieselski) Rick and Emily (Nick Judin) Hildebrandt; a proud and supportive great-grandpa to Andrew, Charlotte and Aurora. Bill loved life, pursued his interests with passion and never hesitated to give advice to those he cared about. He had a special love for golf, researching Civil War battles, eating eggs and was a past member of the Badgerland Striders. Raised in faith at St. Lucas Ev. Church and School. Bill will be missed by many beloved family and friends. Visitation MONDAY, December 6, 2021 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at St. Lucas Ev. Lutheran Church 2605 S. Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee. Funeral Service at 12:30 PM. Click here to view the live stream of Bill's Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Tobacco Free Kids or St. Jude Children's research hospital are appreciated.