William A. Rye

William A. Rye, of LaGrange went to be with the Lord late Thursday night on February 15th, 2018 at the age of 81 with his two sons by his side, William and Brodie Rye. The son of William Joseph & Charlotte Melinda (Chapman) Rye, he was born July 25th, 1936 in Bay City, Michigan. On April 23rd, 1961 he married Shirley Louise Kraght. After graduating college in Michigan with a BS degree, he joined Eaton Corporation where he was employed for over 25 years based out of Atlanta, GA. After his retirement, he was involved in multiple civic organizations throughout the LaGrange area and was a member of the local Shrine and Mason's Lodge #544. Bill cherished his family dearly and loved spending time with his 4 grandchildren, Macy, Natalie, Payton and Connor. He was an avid golfer and loved working in his yard during his time after retirement.
Left behind to remember Bill is his former spouse, Shirley Kraght Rye of Griffin, GA. His two sons, William (Ann) Rye of Akron, OH and Brodie (Susan) Rye of Waycross, GA; Four grandchildren: Macy Rye of Cape Girardeau, MO, Natalie Rye of Akron, OH, Payton Rye of Tuscaloosa, AL and Connor Rye of Waycross, GA and many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his three sisters, Margaret (Bill) Webber, Joann (Morgan) Hayes and Nina (Kenneth) Guindon. As a result of his generous spirit and humorous personality, he was loved by many.
A Memorial Service will be conducted Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Officiating will be Rev. Joseph Atchinson. The family will be present at the funeral home on Saturday to receive family and friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services. Graveside services will be conducted in Bay City, MI where he will be laid to rest with his Mother & Father and three sisters.