I am deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. I first met Bill at Highland Lake around 1955. A group of us from Winsted, West Hartford, Windsor, Torrington and Wethersfield hung out together during the summers. Bill and my late brother, Jim, were the mischievious ones who would always make us laugh. He named his son James after my brother.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

My heart,and Prayer's, goes out to all of you at this very sad time.I grew up with Bill,in my life,and was a better person for it.Thanks,for the memories Bill.You,will be missed by many..Sincerly, Jerry Morton

I am sorry for the family of Bill, I knew Bill back in the day when he ran Gasland Gas Station top of South Main in Winsted, Kirby and Mike worked there too. I used to stop and hang out now and then Me and Dan C. He was a good guy I use to run into him at the coffee shop now and then that was his hang out he liked going there, he is in the hands of God and may he rest in peace.
Pat Bougie

So sorry to hear of your loss. I have not seen Bill since I was a kid but always remember him as a bright and funny man. My condolences to your family.

We were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Willie McGinn's unexpected recent death. Speaking for myself and my Mom, who still lives in Winsted, we knew Willie as a dear friend for many many years. Will was a member of many late-night debates at my parents' house, always bringing humor and heart to more or less arcane intellectual topics (how did Cape Cod get to have an elbow?). He shared innumerable half-cups of coffee with my Dad, and I will never forget how true it was when Will said after my Dad's passing that my Mom and Dad were like Yin and Yang, complementing each others' strengths. It was the nicest and most insightful comment anyone said at that time. I will sorely miss my 'home town philosopher.'

Gillian Magee Fenton and Priscilla Magee

Nancy,
I was shocked to hear of Bill's passing. I kept thinking that I should stop and see you guys. It never happened and now he's gone. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you.
Please call me.
Love
Phyllis

DEAR NANCY AND fAMILY I WANT LET YOU ALL KNOW HOW SORRY i AM TO HERE OF BILLYS DEATH. BILLY AND I ARE FIRST COUSINS AND GREW UP TOGETHER AND WERE CLOSE LOVE mary ANN BLANCHETTE

Nancy,
Bill will never be forgotten. The love the two of you shared was truly something special and memories never die. Cards won't be the same.....We're here for you if you need us. ((Hugs))
Love,
Glen and Tammy
P.S. Bill-we'll miss you our friend!

Our condolences to you Nancy and the rest of the family. Bill will be greatly missed and Mac and I will never forget his wisdom on lifes problems and Mac will miss talking and sharing things with him. He will always be in our hearts because he took the time to get us together.

We were both saddened to learn of Bill's passing.

Nancy, We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy.. we are so sad to hear of Bills passing..our prayers are with you and your family ..

I extend my deepest sympathy to the friends and family members of Bill McGinn. Bill was a great conversationalist w/ alot of intelligence. I have also known him most of my life. I am so sorry for your loss Nancy. For now, may the many prayers and caring thoughts from others help you through. Ginger Newman

Bill,I know you are in a better place but I am sad that you left us so soon. I will miss you a lot. Thank you for being such a good friend.

I am so sorry for your loss..

You were a good friend Willi, and I will miss you sorely

To my friends-all the McGinn family,

Having known Bill since childhood, it came as a surprise to learn of his passing. I had seen him often, though not enough lately, at one of our favorite Winsted places where we often talked, and agreed, about local and national politics, the economy, and people we knew. And family.

Bill's sense of humor was beyond compare, as was his brilliant mind, dedication to family and to his community too. Like all the McGinn family, he wanted the best for everyone. I shall miss him as many in the Winsted area will and will always keep him, and his family, in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless you Bill. You are in a better place.
Al DiCara

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing--he was a great guy and will be missed by many. May your memories help you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.