Bill "Jesse" Bumpus

Services will take place at a later date in Illinois. William Jesse Bumpus, Sr., was born in Spring Garden Township, Illinois on Thursday, November 17, 1921 to George Washington and Grace (Hughey) Bumpus. He went to be with the Lord, Friday, February 24, 2023 from his home in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He was 101 years of age. Bill was a WWII Army Veteran who served in the Pacific Theater, 1941-1946, he was the epitome of the greatest generation! He met and married the love of his life Dorthy Carolyn Gilliam, June 22, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. They raised six children and their family continues to grow. His greatest joy was his family. He always said his family made him the richest man on earth. Bill was known for his gentle, loving nature, his thoughtfulness, his passion for his family and Country and a great sense of humor that he passed on through the family. Bill was a long time employee of General Electric and served as Chairman of their Employee Charitable Contribution Organization. He was nationally recognized by GE for his outstanding service to his community by being awarded the Gerald L. Phillipi Award. He was involved with the Boy Scouts for 58 years and awarded the Silver Beaver. He coached Pony League, help start and build Caddy Vista school and the First Baptist Church of Oak Creek. He was a great and Godly Man. He is survived by, Sons, David Bumpus of Milwaukee, Wisconsin Alan Bumpus of Kenosha, Wisconsin William Bumpus, Jr. (Judy) of Neshkoro, Wisconsin Robert Bumpus (Lori) of Amboy, Illinois Daughters, Cynthia Barnett (Alan Spielman) of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma Karen Baattani (Jeff) of Waterford, Wisconsin Grandchildren, Becky, Megan, Christopher, Sarah, Emily, Jake, Amanda Dane, Erin, Ryan and Matthew. 26 Great-Grandchildren, 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Preceded in death by parents, George and Grace, wife, Carolyn Bumpus, grandson, Casey Bumpus, Sisters, Georgia Fisher, AnnaBelle Griffith, brother, Robert Bumpus, son-in-law Peter Barnett, daughter in law Donna Bumpus To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Bill "Jesse" Bumpus please visit our Sympathy Store.

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Bill "Jesse" Bumpus

November 17, 1921 - February 24, 2023