William Gentles

William Gentles, 76, of Danbury, died peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

Bill was born on September 11, 1948 in New York City; a son of the late Thomas and Marie (Nagle) Gentles. He graduated from Monsignor McClancy High School in Elmhurst, NY and enlisted in the US Army. Bill served in the Army during the Vietman War and was honorably discharged in 1969. A resident of Danbury for over 40 years, Bill was a retired cargo handler for Amtrak.

He is survived by his son, William as well as his grandchildren, Emma and Thomas. In addition, he is survived by his sisters: Lilliam Tomanelli (Dominic), Florence Rubino, Betty Gentile (John) as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his brother, Thomas Gentles and his sisters, Mary Maher Ottoshavette and Theresa Sheehan.

Bill's family would like to acknowledge and thank the staff at Candlewood Valley Health and Rehabilitation for their care. He was lucky to have been cared for by all that are good and kind in this world. A special thank you to the staff of Apple Blossom for their love and understanding; his family will always remember and be grateful for all that was done for him.

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, August 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM in Saint Peter Church; 121 Main Street, Danbury. Interment with US Army funeral honors will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, New Fairfield. Family and friends will be received prior to the mass on Monday morning from 9:00 AM to 10:00 at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home; 9 Granville Avenue, Danbury.