Tony Bertz Hayward – Posted On: May 8, 2026

Fond memories of staying the night at Uncle and Aunt Bogdonovich's house. In the morning following Bill with fishing pole and worm can in hand, past the high school, through the cemetery, down a path through the woods to a most beautiful spot on the Black River. Bill told me this was the spot to catch lots of fish, every kind of fish that swims in the Black River. It was called The Rips. There we caught fish- bass, suckers, walleye, red horse, northerns, catfish. Some day I am gonna grab a can of worms and hike down to that area to see if I can find that spot. Good Times

Liz Poehnelt Willard, WI – Posted On: May 8, 2026

Mabel and family, We are so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. It was always interesting to talk with Bill and get his insight on things, especially in the neighborhood. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Liz & John Poehnelt