William 'Bill' Andrew Maher Obituary (1967

William Andrew Maher "NY Billy," 53 of Yakima, ceased his battle with cancer and peacefully slipped away at Cottage in the Meadow early Saturday morning, May 15th 2021. Billy was born May 21st, 1967 in Miami FL, his loving and dedicated parents were; William F. Maher and Callie P. Maher. Billy lived and was raised in The Bronx, NY. He was very proud of his heritage and he loved people! Even from a very early age, 4-5 years old, his mom would tell stories of walking down the street with him; and he would walk right up to people, smile, and say "Hi," and proceed to chat with them. That's just "Who he was." He cared for people, and was just a gentle and kind soul all of his life. Billy attended school in The Bronx and Kennedy High School, held a lot of special memories for him. If you were lucky enough to have him as a friend, you already know those friendships were "Life Long." He valued, love, loyalty and friendship above anything. He cherished and spoke with the utmost Love & Respect of his childhood memories (with his cousins) and his family and friends. He loved you all so much! "SHOUT OUT TO RIVERDALE AVENUE & 231st STREET!!!" In the Spring of 2016 Billy stole Mindy Scott's heart; and on July 14th of 2018 "Bindy" was officially formed at The Hitching Post, Coeur DAlene, ID. Mindy attended YVCC and has worked in Social Services, with a passion for helping underserved populations. Billy and Mindy shared their passion of helping others and dreamed of creating a small moving business, (Bust DaMove, LLC) Billy worked for Bruce Smith at The Yakima Valley Business Times off and on from 2006-2018. During that time Billy wore many hats; salesman, repairman, painter, and account executive. He enjoyed his relationships he had with his colleagues and looked back on that time with fondness. Billy was an avid Outdoorsman, some of his favorite places to get away to were; Paradise at Mount Rainier National Park, and Tieton Pond. He loved animals, nature, exploring and music! His legacy he leaves behind will always be his incredible sense of humor!!! He could cheer a person up in New York minute, oh was he funny! If you had Billy in your life, you may have been subjected to antics like him turning things upside down in your house, things that you sometimes did not notice until later; and you'd laugh or think, "Billy did that!" LOL. Or he might have left silly notes in strange off the wall places, just to make you smile! He definitely left his mark in this world and in the hearts of those who knew him. Like so many others, Billy had his struggles off & on throughout the years. He participated in and was a member of an exclusive club, where love, support and incredible friendships were made. Where he shared openly about his struggles & through comradery people were impacted, inspired, and given HOPE! In doing so, true, loyal & loving friendships he formed were blossomed. Too many to mention them all but here are a few; LeeAnn Mulhair, Brenda Conlin, Cyndie Peters, Jim Miruim, Edward Sullivan "Sully" & Jay Freeeman. Billy's GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT were his kids, (Katie & Will) he loved them both more than anything and he was so proud of who theyve grown to be; Amazing, Smart, Kind, and just really beautiful people. Billy is survived by; his wife, Mindy Maher of Yakima, his daughter, Katie & (Justin) Stewart of Yakima, and his son William "Will" Maher of Yakima, grandson, Kaison Stewart & expectant granddaughter, Adalynn Jo Stewart of Yakima. His sister, Donnalee Maher Matos (Franklin), his niece Angelika Lopez-Fall (Zach), his nephew, Anderson Macoby Lopez, all of The Bronx, NY. Two step sons, Carter & Adrian Young of Naches, WA. And his furbabies, "Una," his sweet, faithful Cancer pup and kitty cat "Sox." He is preceded in death by his; father, William F. Maher (Bill) and his mother, Callie P. Maher (GG) of The Bronx, NY. And way too many friends along the way! Brookside Funeral Home is handling his final arrangements. There will be a public viewing on Tuesday, May 25th from 1-6:00 PM. Cremation will follow and a Memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 27th at 11:00 AM at Brookside Funeral home in Moxee, WA. A Celebration of Life Potluck will directly follow the service at Moxee City Park. LeeAnn Mulhair is organizing the potluck, you may reach out to her at 509-834-0116, if you would like to participate and help out. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the several men and women in the medical field at the following facilities, who cared for, helped and encouraged us during this journey, your support is what ultimately extended Billy's life. You are all Angel's on earth and we thank you for your services. Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, Dr. Stacy Cohen, UWMC, Dr. James O' Park, and Dr. Greta Bernier, Memorial's North Star Lodge, Dr. Siva Mannem and the incredible Oncology Nursing Team, Cornerstone Medical Clinic, Dr. Paul Tompkins. Memorial's Palliative and Hospice Care Team, Cottage in the Meadow, Dr. Lauer, Dr. Muir, Jacqueline Williams, MSW and the many, many nurses, & staff (especially Robin). In lieu of flowers and condolence cards, we are asking people to simply, "Pay it forward," and do something kind for someone, anyone, that's what Billy would want. Do it in his memory. Thank you~ SERVICES Visitation Tuesday, May 25, 2021 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Brookside Funeral Home and Crematory (Yakima) 500 W Prospect Moxee, Washington 98936 Memorial Service Thursday, May 27, 2021 11:00 AM Brookside Funeral Home and Crematory (Yakima) 500 W Prospect Moxee, Washington 98936