William J. Bills, Jr., 74

October 15, 2025

William J. Bills, Jr., 74, of Lititz and formerly of Piscataway New Jersey, stepped into the arms of Jesus on October 15, 2025 in Lancaster, PA.

He was the husband of Karen A. Bills (Donaghy), with whom he shared 49 years of marriage this past June 26th. Born in Irvington, NJ, he was the son of the late William J. Sr. and Jeannette Bills (Handschuh).

Bill had worked as a teacher and Athletic Director at the Timothy Christian School for 44 years in Piscataway, NJ where he enjoyed working with many students and athletes over 4 decades. In 2014, he was inducted into the NJSCA Hall of Fame after amassing 1,000+ career wins coaching soccer, basketball, and baseball.

Subsequent to his retirement from teaching, Bill enjoyed attending the athletic events for his 4 grandchildren, and driving courtesy cars for Jones. He enjoyed golf and badminton, and was an avid NY Yankees and NY Giants fan.

Bill attended Grace Church of Lititz.

In addition to his wife, Karen, he is survived by his son Matthew married to Erin Bills of Lititz, PA; his 4 grandchildren Riley, Madison, Tyler, and Lydia; his sister Lynda Semonchick of Loveland, CO; his mother in law Anna Donaghy, his brother in law Craig (Janis) Donaghy, and his sister in law, Diane (Allan) Gibson.

Relatives and friends will be received by Bill’s family on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 10-11AM at Grace Church, 501 W. Lincoln Avenue, Lititz, PA, with the Memorial Service to follow at 11AM. All are welcomed to attend a light lunch immediately following the service.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christian education where Bill dedicated most of his life.

Timothy Christian School- Piscataway, New Jersey
https://timothychristian.org/in-memory-of-mr-bills/
Catalyst Christian School- Lititz, Pennsylvania
https://catalystchristianschool.org/donate/