William "Bill" Foltz peacefully passed away on March 10, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born on May 22, 1944, the son of Leo and Esther (Feeback) Foltz. Bill was raised and resided in Abilene, KS before moving to Manhattan, KS in the early 1990s.
As a Kansas State University graduate, Bill used his business degree to enjoy a 60 plus year career in various sales roles, most recently with Auto Services Corporation.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Robert (Bob) Foltz.
Bill is survived by his loving partner of 35 years, Adell Eddy, his children: Kelly Leister (Rusty) of Salina, KS, Clay Foltz, Wamego, KS, and Brett (Hope)Foltz, Manhattan KS; his grandchildren: Cooper, Cash and Cord Foltz, Wamego, KS, Mack and Ava Foltz, Manhattan, KS, Casey (Zach) Prester, Salina, KS; his sister Pat Foltz (Matthew) of Youngstown, Ohio his sister-in-law, Linda Foltz, Hoisington KS, along with his nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.
Spending time with his grandchildren and attending their events was a priority for Bill. As an avid K-State Fan, he could often be found at various Wildcat sporting events including nearly all home football games since he purchased tickets in 1968. When not with his grandkids or cheering on the ‘Cats, Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling to Colorado with Adell.
The family will be receiving friends during a visitation on Sunday, March 17, 2024 from 2-4pm at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.
A service of remembrance will be held on Monday March 18, 2024, 10:30 a.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Interment will follow at the St. Patrick’s Cemetery on Elbow Creek in Manhattan.
In honor of Bill, purple or K-State attire is welcomed.
Those who wish to remember Bill in a special way may make gifts in his memory to the Ernie Barrett Endowment Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.