Could everyone write one simple essay about something that once happened in Saltaire…that they saw or were a part of…and put it on one big website? Somebody should collect a lot of stories before we all forget. Otherwise it is like a line in “On The Beach” : The history of the war that now would never be written.” -(JO'H)

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Bill McKibbin, 1926-2012

Bill McKibbin, his wife Barbara, and sons Patrick and Fred, have been long time friends and neighbors on Surf Walk in Saltaire. Bill could be found sailing or swimming or riding his bike around town when not otherwise engaged in serious house projects. Our hearts go out to the entire McKibbin family, in particular to our friends Barbara, Pat, Fred, daughter in law Mary, and granddaughters Hazel and Olivia.



Published in the New York Times, Nov 8 2012:
Mckibbin--William, born November 4, 1926 died October 30, 2012. Raised in Garden City, NY. Attended Georgetown and Carnegie Mellon; longtime resident of NYC and Saltaire, Fire Island. Husband to Barbara; father of Patrick and Fred; grandfather to Hazel and Olivia; beloved uncle. Founder of Comac Commercial Coffee Service. All around athlete who enjoyed sailing, swimming and skiing, played football and ran track. A supportive friend to many. Skilled handyman who occasionally lent tools. In lieu of flowers, kindly return tools! 
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 15th, 4:30pm, at The Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel. link: NY Times

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