William Pierce

William "Bill" Pierce, 90, a lifelong resident of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at Riverwalk Village. He was born on August 12, 1921 in Noblesville, IN to Raymond "Dick" and Esther Pierce. They preceded him in death.
William proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II, in the 80th Airborne division from July 1, 1942 through December 26, 1945 and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was very proud to have been a Noblesville Fireman from 1946 until 1967. William was a member of the American Legion; the Elks Club; and the Moose Lodge. He also served on the City Counsel during the early 70s.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary; their three children, Rick; Mike (Diana); and Bill, Jr. (Mary) Pierce; and seven grandchildren, Kenneth, Katie, Jeff, Jonathon, Rick Jr., Renee and Kristina Pierce; and nine great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 17, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street in Noblesville, with Kenneth Pierce officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the funeral home. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery with military rites.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.