William E. Weeks, 85, passed away peacefully in his home in The Villages on December 30, 2025, surrounded by family. Bill was known as a devoted family man, charismatic extrovert, and talented craftsman.  

Bill was born in Gardiner, Maine; the son of Frank C. Weeks and Emma Grace Weeks. Bill was predeceased by his parents and younger brother Richard Weeks. Waiting happily for him in heaven are his beloved family dogs Buddy, Riley, Bruno, and Bimbo.  

He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-three years, Barbara S. Weeks. They were married on July 21st, 1962, in Pittston, Maine.  

In addition, Bill is survived by his brother, Leon A. Weeks, and his wife, Dorothy S. Weeks, and sister Sylvia A. Weeks; daughter Kimberly L. Weeks of Gardiner, Maine, granddaughters Kassandra Ross of Lincoln, Delaware, and Makayla Ross of Richmond, Maine; daughter Karlene Madison (Todd) and granddaughters Megan Madison (Brian) of Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Katelyn Madison (Hunter) of Dover, Delaware, along with his beautiful great-granddaughter, Grace Madison-Read; and many family members and friends in Maine, Florida, and across the country.  

Most of Bill’s career was in Sales, he strived to be the best salesperson he could be. He enrolled in a Dale Carnegie sales training program and studied Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People”, committed to growing his confidence in using his voice and personality to connect with others. He spent much of his career in marine hardware sales; working for New London Marine Supply, and later working for Coast Distribution. He traveled all over New England,  serving his customers’ business needs, placing their orders and helping them set up their store displays and inventory. 

Bill and Barb lived in Maine for most of their lives until they bought a home in The Villages, Florida, in 2000, where they could pursue their love for golf and build the strong community they have now. They were snowbirds for many years, spending summers back in Maine with family and friends.  

Bill loved fast cars and stock car racing and he restored classic cars and hot rods; with a particular affinity for ’57 Chevy’s.  

One of Bill’s true passions in life was golfing. When Bill and Barb retired to The Villages, Bill could usually be found golfing 4 to 5 days a week. When he wasn’t on the golf course, he was usually reading a golf magazine or an instructional book to improve his skills. He had a knack for encouraging others, suggesting changes for improvement of their golf game; while making people feel capable and never criticized. He was known as an accomplished golfer who wouldn’t “waste his time” with practice swings. He would just step up, hit the ball and typically ended up with a good result. He had three lifetime Hole in One’s; two in The Villages and one in Maine. 

Bill was a huge fan of UCONN basketball and the University of Florida Gators, and later enjoyed watching University of Iowa men’s and women’s basketball and football with his wife after they were introduced to Iowa games from their friend, Jean Noser.  

He also enjoyed playing card games with his friends and family gathered around the table. Bill enjoyed boating and playing horseshoes with the family on Lake Cobboscontee. He loved camping throughout New Hampshire and Maine. He was also a member of the Barnstormers Snowmobile Club where he raced snowmobiles and selected bands and music for the club events.  

Bill could build and fix anything. He took his time to create quality products that lasted. Bill never did anything without intention and full effort. His family and friends remember him as always tinkering and puttering around, improving the world around him piece by piece. Shortly after moving to Florida, he started building cornices for neighbors. Everyone commented how beautiful they were, and it soon grew into a small business. Some of you may have his custom cornices in your homes! 

His wife, Barbara, describes Bill as happy, fun-loving, and a “good times guy.” One of the most valuable traits she admired was his outgoing nature. Bill could approach anyone in any setting and strike up a conversation. He could never stand in line without making a new friend. This led Barbara to finding the confidence to introduce herself to new people at bingo, who are now close friends bringing her food and comfort after the passing of her husband. The very qualities that made Bill the sociable, conversational guy collecting friends have inspired Barbara and wrapped her in friendship and love when she needs it most during this loss. Another example of Bill doing everything he could to look out for his wife, even after his passing. His wife told him to wait for her, and all those who knew them together can guarantee he will do just that.  

Bill will be missed and his loved ones carry with them so many wonderful memories.  

For those who wish to honor his memory, memorial donations made be made to the

Humane Society of Marion County, Inc at 701 NW 14th Rd, Ocala, Florida 34475 (352-873-7387) 

or Compassionate Care Hospice at 304 LaGrande Blvd, The Villages, Florida 32159 (352-415-0778).