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William I. Kann

October 13, 1948 — July 18, 2023

William I. Kann, 74, of Carlisle, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Cumberland Crossings.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Paul and Eris (Kreitzer) Kann.

Billy helped out on the family farm, which was located in Middlesex Township. When he wasn’t working, he loved riding his motor bike on the farm.

He enjoyed watching birds and listening to bird songs. He could identify many birds with their songs. Billy was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and Penn State football.

Having resided at Cumberland Crossings for 18 years, he had many friends with whom he loved to play bingo and Wii bowling and participate in sing-alongs.

Billy attended Middlesex United Methodist Church and loved ice cream, especially strawberry,

Billy also had a lifelong love for his family.

Survivors include his sister: Jane Wickard (Paul), of Carlisle, his brother: Timothy Kann (Debra), of Carlisle; his sister: Janelle Egan (Kenneth), of Harrisburg, as well as many nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his graveside service 11 AM Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens, 1921 Ritner Highway, Carlisle.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Billy’s name may be made to: Diakon Lutheran Social Services Benevolence Fund, 1022 N. Union Street, Middletown, PA 17057.

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Graveside

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens

1921 Ritner Highway, Carlisle, PA 17013

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Burial

Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens

1921 Ritner Highway, Carlisle, PA 17013

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