of Conway, AR
October 6, 1950 - November 24, 2020
John W. ''Bill'' Thessing, 70, of Conway, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. He was born October 6, 1950 in Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fredrick Theodore and Angele Anita LaRue Thessing.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 21 years, Sherry A. Thessing, son, Patrick Thessing, daughter, Christyn Yost (Kevin), brothers, Fred (Nancy), Mark (Janet) and Dan Thessing (Janice) and numerous nieces and nephews.
Bill was of the Catholic faith and a veteran of the United States Army. He served in the Army for 24 years and was later employed with the Conway Police Department for 28 years and retired as a Lieutenant. Bill enjoyed fishing and working on airplane models. Most of all, He loved spending time with his family. Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 12pm to 1pm, Monday November 30th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway, with funeral service following at 1pm. Interment will be at Rest Hills Cemetery in North Little Rock.
The family request that all who attend dress casual.
Roller Funeral Homes are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funerals and visitations to 100 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering our funeral homes.
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17 Condolence(s)
Leland nixon
Monday, July 3, 2023
So sorry to hear of your passing. Best Squad leader, Platoon Sargent, and First Sargent ever had!
Rest in peace dear friend.
Nancy Colquitt Settle
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your loved one.
My prayers of comfort are extended to you, and to your entire family.
Father God, hold them all in Your Loving arms.
Nancy Colquitt Settle
Steven Horton
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
My deepest condolences over your loss and your deep sadness! I pray that God Bless each and everyone of you and that he comforts you!
John Welch
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Bill was one of the best people I knew. Always there if you needed help. I was glad to have him as a friend!
Bob Barham
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Sherry and the rest of the family. I am saddened to have lost such a faithful friend and brother officer. Bill taught me a lot when I was a rookie cop and in the years to come. I admired and respected him. He always told me "unless you can back up what you say...then you probably better not say it. But if you can back it up, then go forth with a vengeance and do the job and don't rely on another officer to do your job". Very wise words. I will miss you Lieutenant. Rest easy #29. See you again some day.
David LaRue
Monday, November 30, 2020
I am Bill's cousin from Virginia. Unable to see him on one of my road trips during my retirement. The Thessings are wonderful people committed to service for others. I thank God for Bill's life and pray for the healing of all who love him.
bonnie s fason
Monday, November 30, 2020
sherry i was so sorry to hear of your loss,bill was a great guy. my prayers are with you
Sherri Durham
Monday, November 30, 2020
T29 Lt. Thessing was always fair with me and others. He wrote the book on many of Conway PD's policy and procedures. Bill had a wicked sense of humor and was liked by everyone. Bill will be missed by many, my heart goes out to his family at this time. Love and prayers to all.
Eva Tilley
Sunday, November 29, 2020
The loss of a friend is always hard. I cherish the good memories.
Kathy Wyrick
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family continue to be in my prayers! Much love.
Gail Strack
Sunday, November 29, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. May he Rest In Peace!
Gail “Thessing “ Strack
Ed Clawson
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Very sorry to hear about Bill. I knew him for many years and had the opportunity to work with him. He will be missed and deepest sympathy to the family.
david gussberry
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Bill was my 1sgt many years ago, he was my mentor. I finally made 1sgt in the same unit he was in. He taught me a lot. As a young Staff Sgt I would get assigned a mission and I would go to Bill and ask him do I need this equipment or do I need that equipment, and he would say " Its better to have and not need then to need and not have". That stuck with me my entire Army career and even in civilian life.
So sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in peace army brother.
Roger Gilley
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Sorry to hear of 1SG Thessing's passing. My condolences to the family.
arch c bradley jr
Sunday, November 29, 2020
I worked with Bill many years. I knew him to be a great person and friend and a very good Officer. He will be missed.
Wanda Cook
Saturday, November 28, 2020
I really enjoyed working with T. We had lots of conversations and I learned a lot from him. His shift was crazy and always had something going on. I know he was respected by all who worked with him and he will be missed. God bless you all and may the God give you comfort.
Benny Battles
Saturday, November 28, 2020
I am saddened to learn of Bill's passing. He was a steadfast soldier, a champion in the never ending battle against crime, and a dear friend to me and my family. He always bore more than his share of any burden, and if Satan himself had to be arrested, Bill would be there to kick in the door, and you'd be a fool to overlook him when planning the raid. Bill & I have witnessed a lot together, and not all of it good, but he was ALWAYS there whenever I needed him and in every instance, providing exactly what was needed. I'm gonna miss him, but I'd like to think that he's just gone ahead to work out the logistics for our reunion.