William Paul Elias

September 7, 1940 - April 24, 2023

William Paul Elias, 82 of Longview Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday April 24, 2023.

Bill was born on Sept. 7, 1940 in Tulsa to John and Pauline Elias.

The loss of Bill will have a profound impact on many. However, he would ask each of us to rejoice, celebrate and cherish the memories that he was so instrumental in making with us all.

Bill is survived by daughters Lynn ( Danny) Whitten, and Alicia Elias; siblings, Phil and Sherry Elias; Johnny and Kerry Elias, grandchildren; Kristen Mathews, Kory Whitten and Ryan Hollis; great grandkids; Rex, Sam, Lyndee and Oaklee.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brothers George and Tommy.

A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Saturday May 13, 2023, from 3-5 p.m. at the Bristow Country Club, Country Club Drive, Bristow, Ok 74010