William Detwiler
March 30, 1994 -
March 17, 2023
William Detwiler, age 28, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023.
Born on March 30, 1994, he was the son of Darin and Vicki (Glover) Detwiler. William earned his Associates Degree in Graphic Design from Gateway Technical College. He continued his education and earned his bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from the University of Wisconsin Parkside where he made the Dean’s List and Provost’s List.
William lived in Bellingham, WA, Camano Island, WA, Olympia, WA and resided in Kenosha, WI. He loved graphic arts and was an accomplished artist. Many people will refer to William as “fiercely independent” and “being his own man”. He enjoyed The Legend of Zelda and attended the Renaissance Faire frequently, and even every day last summer. William was a fan of fantasy-robots, knights, and dragons and very creative at building Legos.
He is survived by his parents, his stepfather, Brent McClintock; his brothers, Joshua Plumridge and Lucas Detwiler and many close friends.
William was preceded in death by his brother, Riley Detwiler.
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Amanda CarlsonI met Will last year at the Renaissance Faire and we immediately clicked. He was such a warm, kind, giving soul and we spent the day running around and hanging out at the Faire. We stayed in contact via Facebook and had plans to meet up again at Bristol this year. I am devastated that I won't be able to see his smile. He will be terribly missed.
I met William at Parkside during a studio art class. I was super shy at the time and I really appreciate how he always made an effort to talk to me. It was always a treat seeing him around campus.
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AprilHappy Birthday Will. You made high school bearable, I’ll never forget the blast of a 17th birthday I had, you being one of the main reasons I had such a great time. You took good care of me and even 11 years later that never changed. The friendship where we could just pick up where we left off no matter the distance or time. I love you Will, thank you for one of the best friendships I’ve ever had.
I had many studio classes with William at Parkside. I never really talked to many students in my classes, but William would always pop by to see my work and to say hi. He was a great artist and I always enjoyed seeing his work.
Heartbroken you're gone. I'm blessed to have known you William.
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Darin DetwilerWilliam was building Legos and making art before he could walk. His love of anime and manga was no surprise. He drew me a Father’s Day image once that combined elements of manga and a quilted goat with images that represent me. I still have that drawing and will always treasure it. I loved taking him and his brother to work with me. We went on many adventures. I cannot believe that this shining star was taken so soon
It was always a pleasure to see William at the Ren Faire. I only got to know him this past year, but it felt like he was always there. He loved the Legend of Zelda more than anyone I’ve ever met, and he wore his heart on his sleeve. The Faire and the world will be a little darker without him. Rest well, adventurer.
