William John Tague, Jr., age 78, of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones.

Bill was born on December 18, 1942, the son of William and Lucille Tague, Sr.

In 1960, at the age of 17, Bill enlisted in the Navy via special permission from his parents. He would go on to serve in the Navy and Naval Reserves for six years.

On November 28, 1964, he and Margaret Mary Brabec were united in marriage.

After his time in the Navy, Bill went on to work as the head upholsterer at UCM, eventually owning his own upholstery business until his retirement. Above all, he loved hunting and fishing as well as spending time with his family and his beloved dogs.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Margaret Tague, and his brother Harry Tague.

He is survived by his sons Willie (Cathy) Tague, Steve Tague, Dave Tague, and Matt (Jenny) Tague; his daughter Laurie Donald; his grandchildren Shaina, Morgan, Mallory, Justin, Kaylor, and Kyndel; his siblings Sandy Cepuran, Pat (Pam) Tague, and Mike "Mick" (Sherry) Tague; his special friend Roxy Collins; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warrensburg, Missouri. Interment will follow at Liberty Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Catholic Charities USA or the Johnson County Food Pantry.