South Hadley- William P. Bunnell, 85, passed away January 8, 2026. He was born on October 10, 1940 in Holyoke, MA to the late William and Caroline (Underdorfel) Bunnell. Bill attended Holyoke Trade School where he learned machinist skills and continued this trade following his graduation. A short time later, Bill began a longtime career as a cable splicer for the telephone company from which he retired. Bill was also a lifetime member of the Holyoke Elks Lodge #902.

Bill will be missed by his wife of 54 years, Viola (Willette) Bunnell; their daughters, Amy Williams and husband Mark, and Mollie Kay Jewett and husband Craig; grandchildren, Liam & Eliza Williams, and Jackson & Violet Jewett. He also leaves behind his siblings, Bonnie Alden and husband George, Cheryl Lengieza and husband Paul, PD Bunnell and wife Mary, Louise Bevan and husband Jim, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Beers & Story South Hadley Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory can be made to the American Heart Association by visiting www.heart.org. Bill was a lifelong blood donor; consider donating blood in his honor.