William Junior Chadd

William Junior Chadd, 80, of Overland Park, Kan., died Tuesday, July 25, 2017.

Bill was born May 25, 1937 in Greencastle to William and Edna (Roach) Chadd.

He served in the U.S. Air Force, entering active duty on Aug. 9, 1955 and being honorably discharged Nov. 28, 1962.

He married Rita Ann Jones on Nov. 30, 1958 in Plainfield, Ind., who preceded him in death on June 25, 2011.

Bill is survived by his sister, Barbara Miller (and husband Sterling); his children, Mark Chadd (and wife Terri) of Prairie Village, Kan., and Lisa Petree (and husband Jon) of Overland Park, Kan. Bill is also survived by his five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by his parents and twin grandsons.

His most favorite pastime was watching college basketball and especially loved watching both Indiana and Kansas University basketball games.

His fondest memories were of his Fillmore High School basketball team players and coaches of whom he spoke of often.

A memorial service at the Church of the Resurrection will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 2 with visitation at 10 a.m. followed by a service at 11.

Private inurnment in Johnson County Memorial Gardens will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Children's Mercy Hospital of Kansas City.

Fond memories and condolences may be left at http://www.johnsoncountychapel.com/obituaries.