Obituary: Bill Dammes

Bill Dammes, age 85, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024. Bill was born in Detroit, Michigan.

He graduated from Denby High School in 1957 and from Western Michigan University in 1961 with a degree in Business Administration. Bill and Dinah married on Feb. 4, 1966. They welcomed their son Jeff in 1966 and daughter Barbara in 1968.

In 1969 they moved to sunny and warm Brandon, Florida, to escape the cold and snowy winters. Bill pursued a career as a claims adjuster, and in 1977 they moved to Central Florida to join the newly established Guest Claims Department for the Walt Disney World Company. Bill retired in 2002 as the Manager of the Guest Claims Department after 25 years with the Walt Disney Company.

After retirement Bill and Dinah enjoyed many years of travel and time with family and friends. They have also participated in many community activities in their Royal Highlands neighborhood and most recently at their residence at the Orlando Lutheran Towers.

Bill was actively involved in church leadership throughout his lifetime. Sharing his faith was a very important part of his life. Knowing he is now with Jesus his Lord and Savior gives us all peace and comfort.

Bill is survived by his wife, son, daughter, five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.