William L Mize Lincoln, Nebraska Obituary

William L Mize

Pastor William L. Mize, 80, of Lincoln, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019. Born on February 1, 1939 in Vincennes, Indiana to Louis and Betty (Linn) Mize. He married Carolyn Greemore on June 20, 1959. Bill was a retired Pastor serving Indian Hills and Southview Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; children, Kim (Patrick) McCarthy, William (Julie) Mize, Jr; grandchildren, Patrick (Lysandra) McCarthy, Lacy (Jared) Stauffer, Collin McCarthy, Lauren (Eric) Fischer, Leah (Chris) Miles; great-grandchildren, Baylee, Eli, Ellowyn. Bill was preceded in death by daughter, Karen Tabor. Memorials in lieu of flowers to Pregnancy Center.
February 1, 1939 - December 2, 201902/01/193912/02/2019
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Vince & Tami Ganshorn
December 10, 2019
Carolyn: Tami and I send you our deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Our love for you and Bill is immense, and the impact you both made in our lives while leading Common Bonds has continued to guide us all these years later. I am so thankful for the min... Continue Reading
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Mike & Penny Bode
December 9, 2019
Carolyn - we love you. Praying for you and the family as you start this new chapter. Praising God that Bill is home. We will always remember Bill leading Melanie to Jesus and all his help that he provided for Michelle. Our bible studies together were sooo very rich. Plea... Continue Reading
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Tom Sherwood
December 6, 2019
Carolyn: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We enjoyed Bill so much at our brown bag bible studies with you and our group. He loved the Lord deeply and was very knowledgeable in his understanding, love, and commitment to God's Word in the Bible. He dwells with ... Continue Reading
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Joychele@hotmail.com
December 5, 2019
Bill & Carolyn both did their best to help our family when we were struggling with our relationships. Bill's desire to honor & please the Lord through that process left a good impression on me as a Junior High kid newly saved. I'm thankful for his testimony & am looking ... Continue Reading
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Michael Riggs
December 4, 2019
How God moves in mysterious ways. Bill was one of my pastors and mentors at IHCC several years ago. Earlier today, during Bible Study, I was thinking about him. Now, I discover that he passed today. Perhaps Bill was passing by me and waved goodbye as he went to be with t... Continue Reading
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Dave Keller
December 4, 2019
Bill Carolyn And My Wife Peggy And Dave Keller Played Cards Together And Bill And I Played Ball Together Back In Vincennes Indiana. We Also Lived In The South End Together.. Loved Them Both. Love And Prayers From Tn. R.I .P Bill !
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Jeff Clark
December 4, 2019
Bill was my Babe Ruth baseball coach in Vincennes for 2 years. We had great teams and he was a great coach. Those were some of the best times of my life growing ups as a kid. My wife Joni and I are sorry for your families loss. He will truly be missed by everyone that ha... Continue Reading
Candle of Memories was posted for William L Mize.
Candle of Memories was posted for William L Mize.
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Nick & Connie McElvain
December 4, 2019
We are praying for your entire family at this time of loss. I loved Bill's heart for the LORD. Love you guys!
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Jack and Bonnie Nebelsick
December 4, 2019
Carolyn and family, Jack and I are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We didn't know him real well, but through my time of working with you, Carolyn, I know how very special he was.
May the Lord bless you and keep you in His care.
We love you Carolyn!
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Kirk & Connie Langer
December 4, 2019
Kirk & Connie Langer
Bill was a true and sincere man of God that had a passion for the souls of men to know Christ in an intimate way. Without doubt he will have a large crown of righteousness presented to him at the Judgement Seat of Christ. I believe we are all bett... Continue Reading
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