William G. Felice

William G. Felice passed away on September 17, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on August 24, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York to his parents Felix and Nellie.

William lived a long and deeply meaningful life marked by devotion to family, faith, service, and a warm, unmistakable sense of humor. He earned his bachelor's degree and went on to build a life defined by hard work, generosity, and commitment to the people and causes he loved. A Korean War veteran, he carried a deep love for his country throughout his life.

William will be remembered as a jokester and a true chop buster, someone who had a nickname for everyone and a way of making people feel at ease. He had the rare gift of bringing laughter into everyday moments, and to so many, he was simply everyone's grandpa. He loved baseball and was a devoted fan of the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Mets. He was also deeply involved in Little League, giving his time and energy to a part of community life that meant a great deal to him. His involvement in the Knights of Columbus reflected the same spirit of service and fellowship that guided him throughout the years. Sunrise photo was a quiet reflection of the appreciation he held for the world around him as a photo finisher.

Above all else, William loved his family. He was married for 67 years to the love of his life, his beloved wife, Anna Felice. Together they built a family that remained at the center of his heart. He loved his children and grandchildren dearly and adored his great-granddaughter with special joy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Anna Felice; his children, Phil Felice and his wife, Dawn, Janine Thomas and her husband, Joseph, and Michael Felice and his wife, Melissa. His is also survived by his 9 grandchildren; and by his 1 great-granddaughter, whose life brought him such happiness. William was preceded in death by his son William Felice. Their memories remained with him always, held with enduring love.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Leo F. Kearns, 445 E Meadow Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554, and again on Monday, September 21, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the same location. A Mass will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at St. Raphael's Parish, 583 Oakdale Rd, East Meadow, NY 11554, at 10:00 AM. Mass will be followed by mausoleum entombment at Pinelawn Memorial Park, 2030 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735.

William G. Felice will be remembered for his laughter, his loyalty, his patriotism, and the deep love he gave so freely to those around him. His presence was a blessing, and his memory will continue to live on in the family he cherished and in all the lives he touched.