Bill Randall, of Northville, passed away Tuesday, January 19, at the age of 67. He was born in Wyandotte, Michigan, to William and Lois Randall. On January 29, 1972, he married Denise who was the love of his life. They had been married nearly 44 years. Bill is survived by his 6 children: William (Tracey) Randall, Kristin (Neil) Lobron, Scott (Christine) Randall, Bob Randall, Jennifer (Bryan) Ollar, and Julie (Shane) Breslawski, his grandchildren: Diana, Billy, John, Helen, Kayley, Logan, and Austin, and his 2 brothers: Gary and Dale (Janie) Randall. Bill was also a beloved brother-in-law and uncle to many.
Bill grew up in Allen Park and at the age of 10 his family moved to Plymouth. He attended Schoolcraft College for 1 year before joining the United States Army to serve his country in Vietnam. He did two tours earning many prestigious honors including a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Bill returned home and worked for his father and eventually became a part owner of Talent Industries, in Redford.
Bill was 100% a family man. He was considered the patriarch of many families. He was a father to six, but a father figure to many more. He also was a great friend to many. A very caring man who sure knew how to tell a story. He also loved his trips up to Traverse City to go fishing. Bills greatest achievement was his beautiful wife and his family. He often said the smartest decision he ever made was marrying his beloved Denise.
Visitation for Bill will be Sunday, January 24, from 2-8pm. The funeral service will be Monday, January 25, at 11am at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main Street, Plymouth, 48170. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the multiple sclerosis walk Team Denise Denise. The link is http://main.nationalmssociety.org/goto/teamDeniseDenise and envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.