William C. Oakden IV

February 21, 1980 - July 10, 2010

“Billy”

Our precious son, grandson nephew, brother, fiancé, father and friend tragically passed away on July 9, 2010.  He is now in the arms of our Savior. 

He was born on February 21, 1980 to Kelly Oney and William C. (Bill) Oakden III in Salt Lake City, Utah. He enjoyed camping, fishing, all sports and being with his family and friends.  His world revolved around playing with his son, Christian and teaching him to play sports. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his father Bill (Suz) Oakden; four year old son William Christian Oakden V; fiancé Celena Roll; sister Leslie Sweat; brother Corey Sweat; grandparents Bill and Gwen Oakden and Carolyn and Julian Dicks; uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Preceded in death by his mother Kelly Oney and grandmother, Lilly Hofhines.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 14th from 7:00 until 9:00 at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City.  His ashes will be inurned later at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Salt Lake City.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for his son in the name of William Christian Oakden V, at any Wells Fargo Bank location.

 

 

In Loving Memory

Billy was a good friend to me all throughout jr high and into adult hood. My prayers are with is family and friends he was a great man and will be truely missed we all loved him very much.

mike kehl

bountiful, ut

Lew and I send our deepest condolences on the death of Little Bill. We always enjoyed our visits with him at family parties and we know how much family meant to him. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kate & Lew Whetman

Salt Lake City, UT

Bill was one of my best freinds for the eight years and no matter I tiny differnces just cause we were both hard headed we got over it fast bill ill always love you as a brother and you'll never leave my heart

brandon borschel

bountiful, ut

Dear Oakden family. My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. I did not know Billy but I knew his Dad and what a great man he is. I am sure that Billy was as fun as his father. I remember Bill talking of his son. May God bless you and your family with peace and strength. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Dan Hillesheim

Sandy, Ut

I am really sorry for your tragic loss. I did not know Bill but I grew up with his dad. May peace be with you through your time of sorrow.

guy a. dittman

west valley, UT

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Lisa Staiger & Ashley Tims

SLC, UT

My friend, I am so sorry for you loss. A good man taken away too soon in life. He will be missed by many

Terry Beckstead

kearns, ut

My husband and I send our deepest condolences for your loss. We are so sorry to hear of this tragic happening. I know that now he is in a peacful place were he now rests in peace. Billy was a great man with nothing but good intentions, for everything and everybody. I know he will always be in our hearts looking over everyone he loves. Please know that I love you guys with all my heart and my paryers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you through this. I love you guys so much.

Shaun & Marni O'Brien

Woods Cross, Ut

I didn't know little Billy, but my husband did when he was a baby. We both know his dad, because we all went to East High together. Bill, we're so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. This is the most devastating experience for a parent , and we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish that our getting in touch was under happier circumstances.

Rory & Becky (Fulton) Bement

Salt Lake City, UT

Billy I am glad i got to know you. Thank you for being my friend and being so good to my kids. We will miss you

Evelyn Shields Barrett

Bountiful trailer B-10, UT

I met Billy once a few years ago and was very impressed with his love and respect of family, even as a young man. His father and I have shared many stories of our children through out our twenty years of wortking together. The stories were always shared with a prideful smile. We pray that you all may find peace and comfort in your time of loss.

Rick Gailey

Clearfield, UT

Our blessings and prayers go to all the family members, during this difficult time. My wishes are for all the good memories to carry you through and to bring you peace to know he is safe and pain free. Billy was a good spirit and a joy to be around. He was just like all his family, great people !! Love Always.

Barbara (Barbie) & Brad Larson

Salt Lake City, Ut

My family first met "Little Billy" on a Lake Powell houseboat many years ago and I chuckled then at his happy effervescent personality. On a number of occasions since, Billy never failed to give us all a big hug and make the most natural, fun, sincere conversation that just flowed from him. If you only saw the news or read of Billy in the paper, you would never know what a wonderful, sincerely sweet young man he was. Ronda and I will certainly miss seeing his wonderful smile!

Steve and Ronda Beckstead

Draper, UT

Dear Oakden Family - We were so sorry to hear about your tragic loss. We feel so helpless that we are so far away and not able to provide more emotional support at this difficult time. We know that Billy was truly loved by his family and will be deeply misised. We offer our deepest sympathy and pray that God gives you strength to find peace and comfort. With Love and Prayers.

Greg and Susan Myers

Eldersburg, MD

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and condolences go out ot you and your family.

Larry Argyle

West Valley, Ut

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