Toft Funeral Home and Crematory
2001 Columbus Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: 419-625-8816
Website: http://www.toftfh.com
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William L. Bossetti passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born October 16, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Primo Bossetti and the late Grace (Nesser) Bossetti.
Bill graduated from Westerville High School in 1959 and, following graduation, entered the United States Air Force. He proudly served his country from August, 1959 to August, 1963. He married Gay Hauber and they had a son, Michael. He entered the University of Steubenville, earning his Bachelor's degree, majoring in history. While at the University of Steubenville, he worked in the coal mines and steel mills. He later attended law school at Capital University. In the early 1970's, he began his career with The Ohio Company Investment Banking firm in Columbus and moved to Sandusky. After working 36 years as a stockbroker, he retired from Stifel Nicolaus & Company.
Bill was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sandusky. He was a licensed pilot, master gardener, and volunteered with Serving Our Seniors and CASA of Erie County (Court-Appointed Special Advocates). He was a certified first responder and always showed his appreciation for those in public service, especially the police and the military. He enjoyed traveling, visiting over 40 countries. He appreciated the arts, especially the Cleveland Orchestra and art museums. He loved sports, including
The Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns and Guardians. He was an avid reader, a lover of history, and had a quick wit and great sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.
Bill is survived by his wife, Jean (Guenther) Bossetti; daughters, Robin (Dave) Kern, Wendy (Lee) Gleich, and Jill (Jeff) Hampton; grandchildren, Cory and Alena Gleich, Hannah, Gracie, and Jack Hampton; great-grandson, P.J. Colbert; siblings, Phyllis Denman, Jennie (Ralph) Headington, Michael (Lynn) Bossetti, Tom (Connie) Bossetti, and Tedd (Debbie) Bossetti; numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives.
Friends may call Wednesday, October 25 from 4-7 pm at Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 26 at 11 am at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church with one hour of visitation prior. Burial will be Friday, October 27 at 2 pm at Sunbury Memorial Park, Sunbury, Ohio.
Those wishing to contribute to Bill's memory may do so to the National Kidney Foundation, Serving Our Seniors of Erie County, CASA, or Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Condolences may be shared online at toftfuneralhome.com.
