William L. "Bill" McAuley
April 24, 1937 ~ June 28, 2023
86, of Mooresville, passed away on June 28, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family. Bill was born on April 24, 1937 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Roy F. McAuley and Anna Ruby (Kafader) McAuley.
After graduating from Arsenal Tech High School on Indianapolis’ Eastside, Bill proudly and honorably served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he married Judy (Morgenthaler) in May of 1959. They just recently celebrated 64 years of marriage. Bill was owner and President of Indy Walls & Ceilings, from 1973-2005, when he retired after 32 years. He was a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in Mooresville. He enjoyed golfing and tending to his yard, especially leaf blowing in the fall.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Joseph McAuley.
He is survived by his wife, Judy McAuley; daughters Rebecca (Gary) Underwood, Karalee (David) Stinson, and grandchildren Jacob Stinson, Olivia Stinson and Jeremy Stinson, who will all miss him dearly.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate Bill’s life on Friday, July 7th from 11am-1pm at the Mooresville First United Methodist Church, 900 Indianapolis Rd., with memorial services beginning at 1:00pm in the church.
Memorial contributions are encouraged to be made in Bill’s memory to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Final arrangements and cremation are entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Oh my heart feels so sad, what a glorious man, sweetest warmest smile. I enjoyed his soft eyes as he smiled and talked to you. Just know that I enjoyed the life that I seen in him. My prayers and Love to Judy, Becky and Karalee, hugs to you and your family. He will definitely will be missed.
Love, Judy Mowery
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.
Thinking of you all and sending our love. Dennis & Terri (McAuley) McGrath.
I am sorry to hear the news about Mr. McAuley. I don’t have a favorite story, but please know that when I was younger and life seemed too hard, your family always made me feel happy and secure. What a wonderful influence you were in my life. Also, my parents loved Mr. McAuley, and your family dearly. I will be praying for you during this difficult time.
My biggest memory of Bill was when we were in the 8th grade in School #3 next to our church. The class played charades one time and , we did the song, “Baby It’s Cold Outside”. Since Bill was strong and I was small, I was the ‘baby’ and Bill carried me into the class and I shivered. I don’t think they figured it out. My fault, not Bill’s.
Judy, Becky, Karalee and all of your beautiful family – we are so saddened to hear that Bill has passed. We know that he now has his Heavenly victory and that his legacy lives in the love that your family shares with each other and with friends. May God bless you and give you peace.
Our prayers to Judy, Becky and Karalee, anf Family. We know he will definitely will be missed!
Dear Judy, Becky, Karalee and families, Please accept our sincere condolences. Bill was a wonderful man and a bright light at FUMC Mooresville. Our prayers are with you all.
Judy Judy Judy – I still recall my 5th grade crush on two traffic boys at School 3. – Bill and Larry …. Bill was my first choice – it was his eyes that never looked at me! Crushes wane and marriage for you, lives forever.
I love you snd ache for you snd your family.❤️
Judy, Becky, and Karalee- Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bill was a fine man and you are a great family.
The O’Day family
Remembering good times and friendships of many years ago – Even tough we have not been in touch, through the years I admired hearing about your beautiful family. Just want you to know I think of you and am asking God to hold you tight and to bless you all at this time. I know Bill and Larry M are celebrating!!
Heartbreaking news, we are so sorry. You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Larry & Gayle (McAuley) Whitmer
Bob and Judy Muessig has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for William McAuley
Uncle Bill always had a smile! So sorry we never got together like we wanted! So sad time passes so quickly! I love you Judy, Becky and Karalee! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wendy and the RSP Team has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for William McAuley
I was so sad to read of Bill’s passing. He was such an authentic man, so easy to talk to, and one of my favorite customers ever. Godspeed to you Judy, Becky and Karalee.