William "Bill" Doland

Doland, William "Bill", 90, of Sun City Center, Florida passed away June 29, 2015 at Belvedere Assisted Living Facility. Bill was born on September 22, 1924 in Patterson, NJ. After graduating from St. Joseph's High School he entered the military where he served in the Army Air Corp during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He subsequently attended Villanova University. Bill lived most of his adult life in Springfield, NJ where he owned and operated Springfield Nursery with his brother-in-law, Philip and enjoyed being able to spend time with family while working nearby. Bill was kind and compassionate, always putting others before himself and treating everyone as if they were family; he could make a new friend almost anywhere he went. He loved music, being with his family and travelling with his wife before relocating to Florida to be closer to his sons and granddaughters. His spirit and love will be remembered by all who knew him. Bill's memorial service will be held at William A. Bradley Funeral home at 345 Main Street, Chatham, NJ from 5 until 9pm on Thursday, July 2. A mass will be held at St. James Church, 45 South Springfield Ave., Springfield at 10am on Friday July 3. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. He was preceded in death by his wife Clara (Statile) Doland, his parents Catherine and Leo Doland, and his brother Walter. He is survived by his sons, William and Leonard Doland, and granddaughters Stephanie and Alicia Doland.