William P. “Bill” Daley, 76, of Boylston died peacefully in his sleep Friday, June 5th at home. He is survived by his loving family, Barbara A. (Auger) Daley; his daughter, Caitlin Davidson and her husband, Nicholas of Worcester; his son, Brian Daley and his wife, Lauren of West Boylston; his sister, Frances Cutty of Webster; three grandchildren, William, Colin and Lila; his beloved cat, Phil; his grandpups Guthrie and Josie, as well as several nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was predeceased by two sisters, Mary and Judy; and his brother, Kevin.
Born in Worcester, the son of Francis and Alice (Houghton) Daley, Bill graduated from South High School in 1967. After high school, he served in the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Germany for four years. He dedicated more than 35 years of his professional career to WSBK/WBZ Channel Four, where he worked as an audio technician. In 1997, he won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement- for his work on the Boston Bruins Hockey broadcast, an accomplishment of which he was most proud.
While Bill did not belong to one specific church, his steadfast faith always remained an important part of his life. He could often be found attending the many Mass services at churches throughout Worcester County, finding comfort in prayer and reflection.
Bill was also an avid golfer, and he spent his favorite moments on the golf course with his friends. He enjoyed taking literature courses, visiting historical museums, poetry, writing, movies and television, reading, and photography. Music was another of Bill’s greatest passions; he played guitar and was a lifelong fan of Bob Dylan.
Above all else, Bill treasured his friends and family. Nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his friends, children and grandchildren, sharing stories, laughter, and creating memories that will be cherished for generations. He was known for staying connected with those he cared about, regularly checking in on friends and family because he believed that keeping in touch was one of life’s most important responsibilities. His love, guidance, and unwavering presence will remain in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Bill will be most remembered for his ability to tell a good story, his sharp wit and humor, his loyalty to family and friends, his love of learning and music, and the genuine interest he took in the lives of others. His memory will continue to inspire all who loved him.
Calling hours are Saturday, June 13th from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m. in O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue followed by his funeral service with military honors. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Abbey, 167 North Spencer Road, Spencer, MA 01562.