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William Plank, age 97, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at Hospice House, Vero Beach, FL after a short illness. He was born in Liverpool, Manchester, UK and emigrated to the United States in 1954. He enlisted in the Royal Air Force, serving his time in Egypt.
He retired from Rockford Furniture in Elizabeth, NJ and Almar Furniture as a warehouse supervisor and used his amazing talents as a furniture finisher.
He was a member of Trinity Episopal Church of Vero Beach and Union 836 in NJ.
Survivors include a daughter, Karen Hyland Nemson and her husband Robert, daughter Linda Dow of South Plainfield, NJ and her husband Bobby, grandson Ian Dow and granddaughter Hayley. Family members from the UK: Peter and Angela Hyland, Davina Ludlow, Louise Carter, Patricia Hendrick and Joan Hyland.
William was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Clarice May Golding, before her passing in 2016.
Memorial Services will be held at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home in Vero Beach at a later date to be announced.
Memorial contributions can be made to H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue Shelter, 710 Jackson Street, Sebastian, FL 32958
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
© 2025 Lowther Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved.
Joan Highton -
June 10, 2025, 7:54 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Karen, Linda and family on the loss of your lovely dad .There are no words that could help you through this sad time but always know we all adored him so much and were so proud to call him our lovely uncle Bill.We know he is in the arms of aunty May who he missed so much and that will help us smile knowing he will forever be happy. Goodnight Uncle Bill you have left us with the loveliest memories to cherish LOVE and MISS YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER⚘️ Susan and Joan xxx
Louise carter - Great Neice
June 10, 2025, 8:41 pm
My Lovely uncle Bill, where do i start? There are no words to describe how sad we are all feeling right now. You helped me so much with our family tree, you and Uncle Wal took as much interest in it as I do. Who am I going to share my findings with now that you are both gone?. I am reassured by the fact that you are now both reunited, you are now back with Auntie May and my grandad Wally, your big brother. Your mum and sister Eleanor and your brothers David, John and Eddie. I will keep digging at the roots of our family tree for you and uncle Wal. I will always love you and never forget you. My deepest sympathies to Karen and Linda and their families. Love Lou, Ian and family x x
Wendy Rotheram - Friend
June 10, 2025, 8:47 pm
My dear friend Bill, it is my privilege to call you a friend and deeply enjoyed our conversations. You will always remain in my heart and I know you will be at peace after being reunited with your beautiful wife May. I send my condolences to all your family and friends. Rest in peace and may the angels surround you in their love and comfort. Gods blessings from Wendy and all at Liverpool Church. U.K
Don and Jo - Dear friends
June 10, 2025, 9:09 pm
Much love and condolences to you, Bob, and family. May we all be as blessed to have family such as you at our side.
Eileen Hyland - Jack and Freda’s daughter in law
June 10, 2025, 9:10 pm
So very sorry to hear of Bill’s death it feels like it’s the last link of that generation of the Hyland family. Best regards Eileen Hyland.
Eleanor Dempsey - Neighbor
June 11, 2025, 1:36 am
I’m a new neighbor here. I unfortunately never had the opportunity to meet this kind gentleman. I understand his is a very great loss. I have heard many terrific stories about him. He was highly respected and thought of. I regret I didn’t have the privilege of getting to know him. I’m sure his family is experiencing a tremendous loss. I will keep him in my prayers.
Darlene Dube - Friend
June 11, 2025, 6:04 am
We met at the gym years back. Started going for coffee at paneras where we would spend hours talking. From there on we became best friends where I could confide in you. We would laugh and cry and I would take you to my favorite dive for seafood where you would order your fish and chips. I would bring you your favorite butter cookies in the shape of a dog because you missed your best friend. Bill im going to miss you but I will always have you in my heart.❤️
Darlene Dube - Friend
June 11, 2025, 6:20 am
We met at the gym started going for coffee at Paneras where we would talk for hours. We would laugh and cry I would confide in you.We became good friends. I would buy you your favorite butter cookies in the shape of a dog it reminded you of your best friend. I would take you to my favorite dive for seafood where you would get your fish and chips. Bill iam going to miss you but I will always have you in my heart. ❤️
Davina Ludlow - Niece
June 11, 2025, 7:14 am
In memory of my dear Uncle Bill, I will miss our reminiscences. Love Davina xx
Jack Dube - Friend
June 11, 2025, 9:28 pm
I would enjoy picking up sandwiches and bring them to Bill , we would sit outside and talk about his life in England. I will miss our conversations and my friend Bill.
Peter and Angela Hyland - Great Nephew
June 20, 2025, 10:49 pm
Sending our condolences to Karen, Bob, Linda and family. Also sending condolences to Darlene and Jack, such good friends to Bill. Our lovely kind and caring Uncle Bill. ❤️ It was a pleasure to have met you Bill. We have heard such wonderful stories from you over the years and have so many wonderful memories of the times that you spent here with us in Liverpool. We’re going to miss our facetime chats and watching the football matches together. Goodnight and God bless Bill. Love always Peter, Angela and Seb xxx