| Date of Birth | April 28, 1946 |
| Passed Away | July 11, 2017 |
| Place of Residence | Arkport |
| Home State | N.Y. |
| Service Date | July 15, 2017 |
| Service Location | Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. |
| Interment Location | St. Mary's Cemetery, Town of Fremont |
William T. Tierney
ARKPORT-William T. Tierney, 71, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning (July 11, 2017) at his home on State Route 36.
Born in Hornell on April 28, 1946, he was a son of the late James and Rose (Skebey) Tierney. Besides his parents, he was also predeceased by four brothers, Daniel, Michael, Jack and Rev. James Tierney.
A lifelong resident of the Hornell and Arkport area, Bill was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and Hornell High School, class of 1965.
He was a member of the Sprinkler Fitters Local Union No. 669 and began his employment with Grinnell Fire Protection in Rochester and at the same time performed a correspondence course with Penn State University. After working with several fire protection companies, he became employed with Davis-Ulmer Sprinkler Co. in Corning and retired in 2002.
Bill was a member of the Arkport Fire Dept. and also belonged to several 4-Wheeler Clubs. He was busy all the time and enjoyed tinkering in his garage and working with his graphic arts business making signs and t-shirts. Before and during retirement, Billy and Margie made several trips to Disney World. Billy loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids; he liked playing with them and their remote-controlled cars and would often be considered by his family to be a “bigger kid†then they are. Billy was also known as a jokester and enjoyed playing practical jokes and kidding with everyone.
His loving family includes his wife of 49 years, the former Marjorie “Margie†Clark, who he married on April 19, 1968 at the former St. Ignatius Loyola Church in Hornell; his son, Daniel (Carrie) Tierney of Almond; his two grandchildren, Corbin and Sullivan, who affectionately called him “Papaâ€; his sister, Mary Ann (Terry) Fennelly of Canandaigua; his two sisters-in-law, Marilyn Tierney of Hornell and Marilyn (George) Padden of Hornell and Florida; as well as several nieces and nephews.
The Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. In Hornell is honored to serve the family of William T. Tierney.
To honor his wishes there will be no calling hours. A private prayer service will be held at the convenience of the family at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Town of Fremont.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Arkport Fire Co., P.O. Box 3, Arkport, N.Y. 14807.
To the most funniest, wittiest and coolest “cousin” ever – I will miss you greatly. Margie, I cannot even imagine the pain and loss you feel. We all mourn with you. Love, Maureen and Bill Houston
Billy was a special man and a special friend. He loved life and lived life to the fullest. He was intelligent,funny,witty and caring.A wonderful man who loved his family and cared for his fellow man.I’ll miss you Billy may you rest in peace.
I’m so sorry for your loss! Bill was a wonderful person and will be missed by many people. RIP Bill!
Dearest Margie, Dan and family,
Our deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to you in this what seems like an unreal time. Our prayers are with you and I pray your strength and faith in the LORD will comfort and carry you.
Love Dan and Barb Moore, Sarah Valentine and Family and a special long distance hug and kiss from Anne.
It is with a very heavy heart that I write this Margie.
Even though there are no words that will take the pain away, hang on to thoughts of Billy tinkering with his cars, playing with the Grandkids and most of all the love that you shared for all those years. I’m sure he is up there watching over you and trying to find that last part for his favorite car! Love to you and your family, Stephen and Kathleen Sadoff
Margie, I am so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I had so much fun with you guys on Thursday evenings, sitting down and chatting about everything and nothing! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending my love!