William P. Dwyer

William P. Dwyer, age 85, of Manchester, loving husband of 64 years of Margaret (Robbie) Dwyer died peacefully on November 24, 2017 after an extended illness. Bill was born on July 28, 1932 in Newport, RI son of the late William and Doris Dwyer. He was a graduate of the University of Hartford. He was a veteran of the US Air Force serving his country during the Korean War. Bill was the Media Director for Capitol College for many years and was also employed at WTIC Television and WFSB as well. He was a member of the Little Theatre of Manchester and donated many hours of his time building sets for their productions. Bill was a longtime member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Manchester and was very active with Boy Scout Troop #27 at the church. In addition to his wife Margaret, he is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, David and Nancy Dwyer of Charlotte, NC, eight special grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Bill also leaves his two daughters-in-law; Leslie Dwyer of Cape Cod, MA and Tina Dwyer of Westchester, PA, and his sister Karen Dwyer of New Mexico. In addition to his parents Bill was predeceased by his two sons; Stephen and James. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Brookdale and Home Aids, especially Jeff & Colena for the loving care they provided during this time. Family & friends are welcome to attend memorial calling hours at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 41 Park St. Manchester on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 5:00 until 7:00PM with a service on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 9:30AM at the church. A private internment in the church memorial garden will follow the service. The family asks that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church, with a notation of "Dwyer Memorial Fund" or to the Alzheimer's Association of CT. Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home, Manchester has care of the arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmeswatkins.com

Visitation DetailsFriday, December 15th, 2017 5:00pm - 7:00pm, St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Service DetailsSaturday, December 16th, 2017 9:30am, St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Interment DetailsSaturday, December 16th, 2017, St. Mary's Episcopal Church Memorial Garden