William Lyle Bishop, born in Salem, OR. Son of Albert Carl Bishop [deceased] and Mary Jane Graham Bishop currently residing in Toledo OR.
Survived by a sister Virginia Bishop of Fresno GA. and a brother, Norman Bishop of Newport, OR.Mr Bishop was known as Billy Bishop, he attended the University of OR. He entered the airforce and flew P-38 reconnaissance planes during World War II, achieving the rank of Major. He performed magic for servicemen and also the natives of New Guinea. After the war he met Elizabeth Ann Dawson who became his bride in 1949. They toured the country performing magic in theaters and nightclubs and made many television appearances. He owned two magic shops in Oakpark, IL. and Riverside IL. He continued to teach and perform until he had a stroke in 1993. They sold the shops and home and relocated to South Salt Lake City, Where they have been living for the past 5 years. They both worked and played as volunteers at the Friendly Neighborhood Senior Center.
On Jan.15, 1999 Bill and Ann celebrated fifty years of marriage at a party given them by their children and spouses. It was followed by a trip to Hawaii where they visited with old friends.
Five surviving children, Tracy Bishop Atwell of Grapevine TX. and her family, Jason, Paul and Carly. Susan Mary bishop and her- sons, Walter and David,, of Salt lake city. Bonnie Bishop Neuenswander and her husband David, of salt Lake City, now residing in Alpharetta, GA. Sons: Glen Bishop, wife Joyce and their children, Saraf Sean and Jarod of St. Charles, MO 4nd Jack [Robyn] and their children, Brianna, William Braeden and John Brody of Francis, UT. Eldest son Grant [1952-1984].
Mr and Mrs. Bishop had returned from an enjoyable Christmas weekend in Francis. They were at home in South salt Lake enjoying Red Skelton on TV- a favorite comedian.
Mr Bishop retired late and passed away peacefully at approx. 12:30 a.m- on his 78t' birthday.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday December 29,1999 from 6 - 8 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Thursday, December 30,1999 at 11 a.m. at Deseret Mortuary, 36 East 700 South, Salt Lake City, UT.