RICHMOND — William “Bill” Farwell, 45, died unexpectedly March 31, 2012 at his home in Richmond.

He was born April 17, 1966. Bill was raised in Westbrook and graduated from Westbrook High School in 1984. Bill was an avid sports fan, played many sports in school and later coached softball in Westbrook, Bridgton and Richmond.

Bill was a member of the SAL American Legion Post 132 in Richmond. Bill spent the last 12 years making friends through Legion events and beano. Many thanks to all of you for making these years happy ones for Bill.

Bill was predeceased by his mom, Janet Shirley; and dad, Cecil Shirley.

Bill is survived by his family Mary Avery of Minot, Nancy Soule of Freeport and big brother, Dan Farwell of Casco; and several nieces and nephews.

A gathering to remember Bill and to celebrate his life was held from noon to 2 p.m. on April 1 at the American Legion Hall on Carding Machine Road in Richmond.