William Ellis Storm

Dorothy and family,The service was wonderful for Bill, and the military salute was very touching. I wish I had been brave enought to stand and share memories of Bill at Church, but I do have many and I will share here. Bill always greeted us with happiness, kept us laughing and on a time table, who would not know the time, when it was "Pop a top" time. Bill always called our big dog "Lightning", his real name is Bandit, but Bill had a soft spot for Lightning. After the service, I kind of figured out why.....Bandit was a rescue dog adopted by my daughter Gwen, and "Lightning" had a less than ideal childhood, I think Bill knew that somehow and he identified with Bandit and bonded. Another amusing story that comes to mind about Bill. I started going to the dog park over 3 years ago, and my husband, Mike, would hear stories of all my friends there. Not long ago, he had the good fortune to meet Bill, he instantly liked him, and told me that when he "grew up", he wanted to be just like Bill. He was shocked to learn Bill's age, thinking he was at least 10 tears younger because of Bill's attitude and outlook on life. Again, I wish I had had the nerve to stand and talk at the service, I will cherish my memories of Bill, and look forward to many more good times at the dog park with Dorothy and Java, Bill's two favorite girls.

Good Ole Bill was great to sit and chat with while watching our dogs play. He spoke his mind during conversations and told some great stories of events in his life. His spot at the end of the park picnic table will not be the same. He is missed and will always be remembered by me (Neil) and my dog Rosco. RIP Bill...

I got the privelege of meeting Bill about two and half years ago at the Dunedin Dog Park. He was there everyday with his loyal companion Java, I actually looked forward to 3:00 in the afternoon. As soon as we got in the gate, Bill would say BAX-terr and my dog would beeline over to the picnic table to see Bill and that would make Bill so happy. When it was time to go he would say to Java "lets go pop a top" and there she was ready to go home. He really enjoyed the comradery with all of his friends at the park. He also enjoyed date night with his wonderful wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you Dorothy and all of Bill's family. He was truly a great man and will be missed.

God brings some people into our lives to brighten our days and make us laugh.These people leave their imprints on our hearts and we are never going to forget them.Bill has been one of those people.For the past couple of years or more every afternoon was spent with Bill and Java. The love between Bill and all the animals at the Dunedin Dog Park was warm and touching.No one had a complete day until Bill arrived to share his humor and warmth with all of us.He was loved by all and his presence will always be with us.How blessed I feel to have had this time with him.My prayers are with Dorothy and all of Bill's family,

Each day we met up with Bill and Java at the Dunedin dog park at the same time. Bill and Java were friends with all of us. He was always kind, remembered all of our names, and never let us get too serious. He touched all of our lives, and we were blessed to have known him. His 2 legged and 4 legged friends will miss him.