Obituary: William Louis Longacre
Author: Family of William Louis Longacre
William (Bill) Louis Longacre
Family of William Louis Longacre
1977 - 2025
William (Bill) Louis Longacre passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his home in Helena, MT.
Bill was born to Clara Capps on September 27, 1977, in Eugene, OR. Bill moved to Helena, MT when he was 10 years old.
Bill met his wife, Heather Noel, in 1997. Together, they had 27 years and 4 amazing children.
He was a man of many talents, but his life’s work was anything vehicle-related. In his younger years, he jumped back and forth between auto body and engine repair. Finally, deciding auto body was the favorite, he opened his own body shop at his home in 2009. He did continue to do the occasional engine rebuild or repair, mostly for his wife.
Bill was a man of undeniable charisma and had a magnetic presence, he made friends easily and was known for the ability to charm and captivate those who met him. He left a lasting impression on all who crossed his path. He will be truly missed by many people.
Bill is survived by his wife, Heather Noel and their children Derick, Brogan, and Violet Longacre; mother Clara Capps; Roger Knapstad; sister Bridgette Shepherd; mother-in-law Mary Noel; brother and sister in-law Dustin and DeAnna Noel, nieces and nephews Ashleigh, Jordan (Sydney), and Aleks Catlow; Davin and Delia Noel; and many more family that love him dearly. Bill also left behind some of the most amazing friends one could ever ask for.
Bill was preceded in death by his son, Kestin Noel.
Per Bill’s wishes, there will not be a service; he will be celebrated by those who love him every day.
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