William Ray “Bill” DeShambo
ARNOLD, MI – William Ray “Bill” DeShambo, age 87, lovingly known to many as Bill, Willard, or “Old Man Bill,” passed away peacefully at home in Arnold, Michigan on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in the log cabin he proudly built with his own hands what he simply called “The Shack” surrounded by loved ones holding his hands. His passing followed an unexpected and very brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Monday June 1, 2026, at the Anderson Funeral Home in Escanaba. Liturgical Prayers will be recited at 5:30 pm on Monday at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Northland, MI. Burial will follow at the Riverview Cemetery in Northland with full military honors. A luncheon will be served following the burial at the Wells Township Hall, Arnold, MI.
The Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone are assisting the DeShambo family with the arrangements and online condolences can be sent to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomes.net.