William R. Orndorff

William R. Orndorff, 80, of Hume passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his home.

William was born on May 26, 1942 in Terre Haute, IN to Victor and Mary (Guess) Orndorff.  He married Darleen Swinford on March 10, 1964 in Marshall, IL; she survives.

Also surviving are 8 children, Jackie (Ron) Crowe, Richard (Cindy) Griffith, Robert (Jakie) Orndorff, Billie Orndorff, Allen (Cathy) Orndorff, Mary (Ron) Gast, Stanley (Rhonda) Orndorff, and Rachael Orndorff; 26 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; three siblings, John Orndorff, Mack Orndorff, and Mike Orndorff; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, children Lucia, Michael, and Bill Jr., and three siblings Lauren, Chuck and Vic Orndorff.

William was a farm hand for different farmers in the Hume area for many years.  He loved to be outdoors working on his old cars and trucks, and enjoyed tinkering with his old John Deere tractor.

The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family to help with expenses.

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