In Tribute

William C. Deisher
(1925-2009)

William C. Deisher, a former director of the Community Foundation, passed away on June 4, 2009.

Mr. Deisher (1925-2009) served from 1984-1990 on our board of directors and played a significant role in our development.

Upon graduation from East Aurora High School, he joined the United States Navy and served in the Pacific during World War II.

In 1950, Mr. Deisher graduated from Aurora College. He then started his career at Dietz Industrial Supply Company.

He ultimately achieved the position of president and chief executive officer at Aurora Federal Savings and Loan in Aurora, retiring in 1989.

Mr. Deisher was survived by his wife Virginia, a son David Deisher, and daughter Martha Michniewicz.

He was preceded in death by his son William C. Deisher, Jr. and his granddaughter Samantha Anne Deisher.

In 2001, Mr. and Mrs. Deisher established the William C. Deisher, Jr. and Samantha Anne Deisher Memorial Fund within the Community Foundation to celebrate the lives of their son and granddaughter.

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