William "Bill" Reckner

BILL RECKNER IDAHO FALLS, ID --William Thomas "Bill" Reckner was called to be with our Savior on March 14, 2006, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He was born December 22, 1948, at Troy, New York, to George L. Reckner and Eleanor L. Iveson Reckner. He grew up and attended schools in the area. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Following the service, he worked as a machinist at Waterveliette. He was a proud and loving father to Kris. On June 7, 2003, he married his soul mate, Ginger Aldrich, in Postenkill, New York. His most recent accomplishment was joining his current family and being "Grandpa Bill" to seven grandbabies. He was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. He worked as a School Bus Driver and had a special love for the children. He was a member of the Iron Butt Association and Mixed Nuts Bowling League. His interests included snowmobiles and motorcycles. Survivors are: Wife: Ginger Reckner, Idaho Falls Son: Kristopher Reckner, Troy, New York Stepchildren: Tina & Steve, Brandy & Lance, and Amber & Curtis Grandbabies: Saleena, Fancee, Jordan, Cole, EmmaRae, Kayden, and Hunter Brother: Don Sister: Sue Sister: Peggy The family will meet with friends at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2006, at Wood Funeral Home (273 N. Ridge). In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Camp Magical Moments (Cancer Camp for Kids), P. O. Box 12, Swan Valley, ID 83449 (website - www.campmagicalmoments.org). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Dan & Pattie McLaughlin (fatrat@cableone.net) Dear Ginger & Family, I have only met you once, but have been your substitute for several days during your husband's hospital stay. I have just thought so much about you and hoped and prayed that things would turn out good. I was so sad today to read of your dear husband's passing. I hope that you can feel our Heavenly Father's love for you and your family at this most difficult time. I'm sure that you have treasured every moment with Bill and were a wonderful blessing to him in his life. My thoughts are with you as you continue on and I pray that you will feel the peace and comfort that comes from a loving Father that knows your pain and sorrow at this time. Sincerely, Pattie McLaughlin Tom and Robin Henrie (thenrie@juno.com) We are sorry for the loss of Bill. My husband rode with Bill last summer on an Iron Butt Run to Canada and back. We know the wind is carrying him to his resting place. Sincerely, Henrie Family