William Albert Shearer, II
February 13, 1962 ~ August 24, 2021
William Albert Shearer, II, 59, Indianapolis, passed peacefully surrounded by family on August 24, 2021. Bill was born February 13, 1962, in Indianapolis, to the late Francis Mathews Shearer and Dorothy Mae (Coyle) Shearer.
Bill was a graduate of Ivy Tech Community College and proudly served as a Drill Instructor in the United States Marine Corp. He then went on to work and teach Sheet Metal Fabrication along with HVAC / Plumbing skills and fundamentals for various colleges and trade schools. Bill was diversified in his expertise which allowed him to have a successful career in sales, teaching, and installation. He later found his passion as a project manager while working for CH Mechanical.
If Bill wasn’t at work, he was enjoying cooking, watching sports, and traveling with his wife. He looked forward every year to hosting holiday parties with family and friends and laughing and helping others. As a believer in God’s grace and faith, Bill loved listening to old-time gospel hymns and religious daily inspirations. Bill will be greatly missed by all of his loved ones.
Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by brothers, Henry Birth, Paul Birth, Jr.; sister, Frances Shearer.
Survivors include his wife, Kristy (Whitsit) Shearer; sons, Anthony M. Whitsit, Tyler V. Whitsit, Francis M. Shearer, II; daughter, Morgan P. Scrimager; his grandchildren, Aliyah Williard and Betti Shearer; brothers, William P. Birth, Leigh McCaslin; sisters, Jonquil Craine, Camelia Rupp, and Willima Middleton; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of extended family members.
Bill’s Life Celebration® Visitation and funeral service will be held at the O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. Visitation will be Sunday, August 29, 2021, 2 to 5 p.m., with services at 11 a.m., Monday, August 30, 2021. Interment will be at The Gardens at Olive Branch Cemetery. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to leave an online condolence for Bill’s family.
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I’m very proud to say Bill Shearer is my younger brother, he had a heart of gold,loved his family would do anything he could to help ,is and will be very very missed my heart goes out to all that knew him. I love you dear brother!
So sorry for your loss
I am sorry to hear of the passing of my former brother in law and the daddy of my niece , Carlie and nephews William Albert and Frances Mathews The memories of our family thanksgivings moon shine cook outs parties and more All things Shearer/ Fouts are forever etched in our memories – your nieces and nephew children and I are saddened by your untimely departure May you rest easy my favorite brother in law
Bill will remain in my heart forever. I will miss the long talks we had. He was one of the kindest people I have ever met and will be truly missed.
So sorry for your loss!! With deepest sympathy!
Bill is a name that I’ll never forget, not only was he my Uncle but he was as another Father in my life… He had the utmost respect from everyone he knew because of the morals he practiced in his everyday life, weather it was Respect, Loyalty or even Patience. He was a Husband, a Father and Grandfather that every man should aspire to be everyday in life. We may not have been blood but you would have never known how he treated me. I will miss you very much and think about you daily and always promise to keep those promises I made you… you fought hard but now it’s time to rest. I love you forever… -Mason
Dad, I am so privileged to have had you in my life. Not just being a dad but a teacher and someone I looked up to too. Forever you will be in my heart, I will take on where you left off in helping this family and anyone who needs a helping hand. I love you so much and we will be together one day again! I will Forever Miss You! Your son, Tyler
Bill was an amazing man who was selfless and someone you always could count on. I could never thank him enough for all he did for our family. He will be missed and remembered in all of our hearts.
To anyone reading this. William Albert Shearer II is also leaving behind his children; Carlie Eileen Shearer and his oldest son and first born William Albert Shearer II. As they were not mentioned. They’ve had a very rough relationship with their father but in the end he still was their dad. I wish peace and forgiveness to him and to all of those close to him.
So sorry for your loss! He was such a great man. Im so glad to have been able to be apart of his family. Will be truly missed & NEVER forgotten!
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS KRISTY I’LL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR PEACE, AND COMFORT
Bill, words alone will never do justice when describing the type of man you were. You came into our family and showed us how a husband is to love his wife, a father raises his kids and a man provides for his family. I could not have chosen a more courageous, committed, or honorable man to call my dad. Although you may not be here with us physically, you will always be in our hearts and never truly gone nor forgotten. Until we meet again in heaven. I miss you and love you dad. Tony
Love you Carlie Matt and Billy I am so sorry you we children and had no control of the choices that were made for you – love you all You are all in my thoughts and prayers rega
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristy and family, please know that we would be there if we could. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are surrounding you. Love, Lerenda & Family
RIP old buddy. We had some good times. Gone to soon. My heart to all family the members.
Bill was an amazing man. A man of integrity and selflessness. He put his best effort forward in EVERYTHING he did. And when it came to being my dad that was no different. He was always someone I could count on. He stood by me and supported me in everything I did. Bill may not have been my biological father. But God did make him my dad and I couldn’t have asked for a better one. The lessons I learned from him. The morals and beliefs he instilled in me will be passed down to many generations after me. Although he is gone physically from us on earth, he lives on in everyone of us. In us, the memory of Bill Shearer will shine through. I love you Dad with all my heart. I miss you every day and pray we are reunited one day. Give grandpa a hug from me and know how proud I am to call myself your daughter. I love you! Your daughter, Morgan
I had the honor of meeting Bill last Fourth of July when I started dating his daughter Morgan. One thing I noticed immediately was how much he loved his family. His family was his life. He would do anything for any one of them. The love he had for his wife and kids is something I was not familar with. Bill was a man of few words but I learned a lot from him and I hope I will be able to take those lessons and become half the man he was. Half the father and one day half the husband. Bill was an amazing man and will be greatly missed. MLL&R
Bill Shearer was a wonderful man. He never did anything half way. He stood for right and never wavered! He loved unconditionally and gave of himself freely. He was a walking example to my kids of how to do it right. Today I thank him for the love he showed us all! To watch the way he loved my sister Kristy was truly special. They had a beautiful love story for all to see! The way he loved my parents was amazing. Bill was a great man! A man I will never forget! You will be missed so greatly. Please tell DadI love him.. Until we meet again, rest in Heaven Bill! You ran the race and now are rejoicing in the arms of Jesus. Always in my heart, love you Bill! Pam
Bill was a amazing man that I had the privilege to know. Bill was a amazing role model to not just me but my brothers and my cousins of what a real man is and should act like . Bill always took care of everyone and never asked for anything he was truly a selfless man . Bill loved talking with me about him being a Marine , baking shows and funny stories about him growing up. Bills love never went unnoticed and I can never thank him enough for being a great father figure in my life . Bills love for my grandparents was so special and I know Bill is in heaven with my grandpa right now laughing and making jokes & reuniting with loved ones that have passed . I’m forever thankful to have him as my uncle . I love and miss you so much but I know you are in no pain and you are with your maker and I can’t be more thankful to know that.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Thinking of you and your family, Tyler, and wishing you all peace and comfort in your memories. ߙϰߏ»