William Corle

William "Bill" Lee Corle Sr., 78, passed away Monday, July 3rd, at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 6th at Potts Chapel in Independence Kansas from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, with the family greeting friends from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral services will be at the First Church of the Nazarene with Darrin Melton officiating on July 7th at 10:00am with a graveside following at Mount Hope Cemetery.

After graduating from Independence High School in Independence Kansas, Bill continued his love of construction. Bill established a successful construction company that continued throughout his life until he retired. Bill met the love of his life, Janet and the two married on September 23, 1976 in Miami OK. The two made their home in Independence with their children. Bill enjoyed a full life. Whenever he had the opportunity he loved to share his knowledge on the construction, building trade with anyone that needed the help. Bill did not know a stranger, he would help anybody with anything at any given time. During his spare time, he loved to fish, work his cattle and livestock, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. One of Bill's favorite things to do to wind down and relax was to travel to the casino. Bill thoroughly enjoyed the time he and Janet spent at the casino playing the slot machines. Bill was a member of the of the Odd Fellows lodge. Bill was born on February 9, 1939 to Loile and Lena (Trumpower) Corle in Independence Kansas. Bill enjoyed a large family throughout his life.

Bill is survived by his wife Janet and children, Geoffrey Corle of Independence, Madison Corle of Independence, Stacy Vowell of Coffeyville, Dana Magner of Bella Vista AR, Denise Baldwin of Independence, and Tracy Marshall of Tucson AZ; Grandchildren Meranda Corle of Independence, Sarah Corle of Winfield KS, and Samantha Magner of Tulsa OK; Brothers, Earl Corle and Ben Corle; sister Pauline Little. He is preceded in death by his son William (Billy) Corle Jr., Parents Loile Corle Sr. and Lena (Trumpower) Corle; Brothers Jerry Corle and Loile Corle Jr.; Sister Ruby Flaherty. The family suggests contributions be made to the Merenda Corle education fund. Any contributions may be left at Potts Chapel in Independence. Friends may leave online condolences at www.pottsfuneralhome.com.

Visitation

Potts Chapel
122 South Penn Ave.
Independence, KS  67301
Thursday, July 6, 2017
12:00

Service

First Church of the Nazarene
3167 South 10th
Independence, KS  67301
Friday, July 7, 2017

Cemetery

Mount Hope Cemetery
Penn Ave.
Independence, KS  67301