Bill Durrett of St. James passed away Sunday, November 6, 2022 at Phelps Health in Rolla, MO. He was 61 years of age.
Bill, the son of the Barbara Hansen McDowell and the late Bob Durrett, was born July 24, 1961 in Libertyville, IL. He was united in marriage to Darlene Durrett on February 14, 2011 in St. James, MO.
He is survived by his wife, Darlene Durrett of St. James; his mother, Barbara McDowell of St. James; sons: Robert Durrett of St. James and Jason Boyer and wife, Pam of St. James; daughters: Jennifer Durrett and fiance,Cliff Pankey of St. James and Jessie Ortega and husband, John of Rolla, MO; sister, Sue Durrett of Germantown, TN; brother, Gary McDowell and wife, Kim of St. James; grandchildren: Charisma Zandvliet, Jayden Durrett, Phoenix Zandvliet, Aubrey Boyer, Jaylin Durrett, Lillian Boyer, Jayson Durrett, Brayden Durrett and Callie Schneider; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Bob Durrett, who passed away on October 12, 2016.
Bill was all about his family; he loved each family member immensely. He loved each minute spent with his grandchildren, and his favorite times with them were spent at the river, at family picnics or exploring in the woods. Being outdoors, fishing and hunting were his choice of activities when he had free time from his family business. His dad started the family business, AA Electric Company; Bill learned the electric technician trade from his dad, and he continued the business after his dad went to work for Manchester packaging. His wife, Darlene, worked along his side for many years. He was proud of his community, and he supported it in many ways. He loved helping people. Many hours were spent researching his favorite John Deere models, and his fellow mechanical/motoring family and friends referred to him as a gearhead, always calling on his knowledge to help troubleshoot and fix their latest breakdown.
Visitation will be 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Jones Funeral Home in St. James, MO.
A Celebration of Life service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Jones Funeral Home with Pastor Don Carson officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be grandchildren. His ashes will be spread on his farm.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences may be entered at jonesfunerals.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Jones Funeral Home in St. James, MO.
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