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William “Bill” Sazama, age 88, of River Falls passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Our House Senior Living home. He was born the son to Joseph and Mayme (Hodny) Sazama on June 19, 1937, in Colby, WI. Bill attended and graduated from high school in Colby, WI before marrying Dorothy “Dodie” Bourget on June 22, 1963. The couple moved to River Falls and Bill began working for the Federal Land Bank in River Falls. He was an active member at St. Bridget Catholic Church and other various organizations throughout the River Falls community.
He will be missed by his loving family; twin daughters, Carla Sazama and Carol Sazama; son, David Sazama; grandchildren, Matt (Kristen) Duchane, Andrea Adams, Jake Adams, Zachary (Cara) Sazama, Emma Sazama and Cody Sazama; as well as other relatives and many friends.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Dodie; parents, Joseph and Mayme; grandson, Logan Rodewald; siblings, David Sazama, Joseph Sazama, Tony (Eleanor) Sazama, Mary (Frank) Brodziski and Margaret (Dick) Leick; and sisters-in-law, Gertrude Sazama, Eleanor Sazama and Cathy Sazama.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, April 11, 2025, at 11:00AM at St. Bridget Catholic Church (211 E Division St) River Falls, Wisconsin, with visitation starting at 10:00AM. Interment is in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Bridget Catholic Church. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of River Falls.
Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
Click here to watch a recording of Bill’s service.
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Thank you Bill for being so kind and gracious. Instantly when I first met you back in college I felt warmth and peace from your approach. Your care for your son Dave and all of us when you helped us move, provided dinner or a beer while watching a football game was always very kind. Your easy going nature and smile was always very genuine. I knew you cared about me and would there to help me if I needed it. As a young man and even a grown man that is all one can ask for. Thank you, god bless. I look forward to seeing you and Dodie again someday.
Wade Hermes
So sorry to hear this. Our condolences to Bill’s family. Bill was always one of the classiest men I ever met at St B’s
May God watch over you sir during your journey to heaven
God Bless
Uncle Bill was a wonderful person and such a great uncle to all of us. I will remember visiting your family and hiking on the mound behind your house, raking leaves w you all and riding in the motorhome w Uncle Bill driving. Such good times! I’ll always remember our times w Uncle Bill and Aunt Dodie.❤️
Bill lived a life that expressed honor and dedication. Peaceful wishes for his family.
Carla, so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed getting to know Bill, when we visited with your mom. They both were so special. If I can help, let me know
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