Bill Sears

Bill Sears, longtime Buellton resident, succumbed to lung disease on January 29, 2024 after a long and difficult battle. Bill was born to Geraldine and Leo Sears in Kodiak, Alaska on October 14, 1947. His parents and younger brother, Dan, predeceased him. He is survived by his brother Neil, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bill loved the ocean and all outdoors, went surfing whenever he could and remembered Alaska and his travels there fondly. He attended Santa Ynez High School and UCSB, and was one of the best drywall installers in the valley along with his brother Dan. He was endlessly curious, wanting to delve into the why and how of all things. Bill was proud of his computer programming, always tweaking and checking his code. He was humble, friendly to all, and enjoyed getting to know whoever was fortunate enough to cross his path.

Bill worked at Tower Pizza for many years, and enjoyed it immensely. Everyone there was like family to him, and for that reason, Bill’s family would like to have a memorial at Tower Pizza on Friday, April 5 at 1:00 for pizza, conversation, and memories honoring our good friend, brother, cousin and uncle. Please join us if you can, at 436 Alisal Rd., Solvang.