William “Bill” Poss

William “Bill” Poss went to be with his Savior Jesus on March 19, 2020 at Corona Regional Hospital. He died from complications of traumatic shoulder injury. Born December 1938 to Bernard and Mildred (Oconnell) Poss, in Philip, SD.
He was raised on a ranch in rural South Dakota west of Philip, along with five brothers: John (Bonnie), Robert (Alice), Richard, Donald (Delores), and Claude (Betty).
Paula Hansen met up with this curly black haired little cowboy and was everlasting love from the beginning to 61 years later. Married in 1958, resided in SD until 1965. Then lived in California until present, raised four children, three sons and one daughter. Billy Joe, Douglas (Kerri), Lori (Steven), and Timothy. From this clan 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren arrived.
He owned and operated a successful underground pipeline business in Riverside, CA for 50 years, along with his wife and children. His passion in life was his huge garden.  
Papa Poss had a huge impact in the community of Lake Mathews. He was considered their own sheriff, keeping a watchful eye out. No strange car ever left the area without an explanation of what their business was there. So many close friends in this little community.
He is survived by his wife, three children, all grand children and great-grandchildren, many neices, nephews, cousins, brothers and sister-in-laws.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, three brothers, son Billy Joe, father and mother-in-law, and other in laws.
Bill was a donor and his skin was donated to burn victims after he passed away. A memorial service will be held later when the Corona Virus scare changes.
Arrangements are with Acheson Graham Mortuary, Riverside, CA.

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