Lovingly remembered, William Joseph Van Wagner Jr. of Ridgefield passed away on Thursday November 11, 2021.  He was 84 years old.  He was the loving husband of the late Janet Ida Wahrlich Van Wagner.  Bill was the son of the late William Joseph Van Wagner Sr. and Julia Di-Christofaro Van Wagner. Bill was also predeceased by his younger brother Robert John Van Wagner.

A lifelong  Ridgefielder, Bill attended Ridgefield schools through graduation. He played football for the Tigers with a passion.

Bill was the estate manager for Ablons for 68 years.  He had a strong devotion to his work and a genuine care for the family he worked for.

Bill loved his guitar and even though he didn't share his talent with many people,  he was an amazing artist. He also loved woodworking, making many beautiful pieces of furniture for his family and friends.

Bill's love for fishing and hunting kept him close to many of his Ridgefield compadres.  They even had a club called Northern Invitational and they shared many wonderful   times together.

He enjoyed his motorcycle days from giving us rides as children to touring New England with Janet after the kids were grown.

Bill is survived by his two daughters, Lori Showers and husband Joe, and Lynn Van Wagner, his brother Paul Van Wagner, his brother Bob's wife May, her son Billy and granddaughter, Rebecca.  four grandchildren, Michael K. Tyler, Jessica L. Tyler, Jacob M. Tyler and William I. Tyler.

There will be no calling hours. In early spring 2022 interment for Bill and Janet will take place at St. Mary's Cemetery, Ridgefield followed by a celebration of life.  Details will be posted as soon as possible.

Donations in his memory can be made to: The Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Georgetown, P.O. Box 94, Redding, CT 06896

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