William Edward Webster, known to those who knew and loved him as “Bill”, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Lawndale, California. He was born William Edward Dulin on November 18, 1942, in Metz, West Virginia, to Ruth Virginia Harpold and Edward Franklin Dulin. After his father’s passing at age 10, he was later adopted by his mother’s husband, Richard Webster, and became William Edward Webster. He was an only child, but over the years, he built a life of friendships, family, and community.

Bill is survived by his daughters, Jaime Herman, Nicole DeVaul, Natalie Webster, and Jenifer Webster, as well as his grandsons, Alistair DeVaul, Max Herman, and Sam Herman. He cared deeply for his family and took pride in their accomplishments.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve from 1964 until his honorable discharge in 1970. His time in service instilled resilience a quality that carried through every aspect of his life.

He studied restaurant and hospitality management at Cornell and UCLA before returning to help run his family’s restaurant, Webster’s, in the 1960s and 1970s. After the restaurant closed, he pivoted into home remodeling and eventually found his niche in sales, where his natural charisma and people skills made him successful and well-liked. No matter the industry, he had an easy way with people, he could talk to anyone, and they, in turn, wanted to talk to him.

For many years, he was an active member of the Gardena chapter of the Lions Club, where he found great joy in giving back, whether it was passing out turkeys at Thanksgiving or ensuring families had presents during the holidays. His generosity and kindness were a common thread throughout his life.

He had a love for golf, classic rock (Three Dog Night was a favorite), and football, always rooting for the LA Rams and USC Trojans. A true foodie, he took pride in cooking, with his prime rib being a legendary family favorite. But above all, he was a voracious reader, devouring one to two books a week for well over five decades. In later years, he embraced audiobooks, proving that his thirst for knowledge and stories never faded.

Despite life’s ups and downs, he remained easygoing and generous. He had a way of making people feel at ease, and his forgiving nature was something to admire. Few things brought him greater joy than sharing a meal, sipping a strong cup of black coffee or a glass of Chivas on the rocks, and telling stories from his heyday.

Some of the fondest memories of him revolve around the holidays when he would put his culinary skills to work, creating unforgettable meals. In the last year, his family cherished watching him as a grandfather to Alistair. Though Alistair was too young to speak, the bond they shared was undeniable.

In honor of his wishes, his family will hold a private scattering at a later date. Those who would like to further commemorate his life are encouraged to donate in his honor to the Lions Club or any charity supporting low-income families.

Bill Webster’s legacy is one of warmth, generosity, and an appreciation for good food, good books, and good company. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.