William Paul Bockem

William "Mr. Bill" Bockem, 79, a retired Elementery Principal, died Sunday, August 15, 2004 at his residence in Azle.Graveside Service: 10:00 A.M. Friday at Boyd Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 PM Thursday at the White's Azle Funeral Home. "Mr. Bill" was a longtime resident of Azle, enjoyed a rewarding career in education. Served his country honorably in WWII in the Navy. He was wounded at Guadal Canal and received the Purple Heart.Survivors: survived by a dear, special and loving family; Patricia Worley and husband, David; Brandon and Darrick Caster; a host of friends and acquaintances.