William (Bill) Trogdon

William "Bill" Ted Trogdon, 87, of Asheboro, NC, passed away Friday, April 19, 2019 at Clapp's Convalescent Nursing Home. Family will receive visitors from 9:30 – 10:45 AM, Monday, April 22, 2019, at Ridge Funeral Home in Asheboro. There will be a celebration of life service immediately following at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Ridge Funeral Home with Rev. Caitlin Tremper and Rev. Don Haynes officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery. Born to Lina Walters Trogdon and Ted Trogdon, Bill, as many people knew him, was involved in many organizations. Bill worked at Asheboro Concrete Products Company for 40 years, where he was also a co-owner. He was a charter member of Eastside Volunteer Fire Department for 50 years. He also helped establish Siler-Rand Bowling Association, which is now the Greater Asheboro Bowling Association. Bill is a member of the North Carolina Bowling Hall of Fame. He was a member of First United Methodist Church where he was a member of the Christian Love Sunday School Class. Here, he served as an usher and was also involved in other committees at his church. Bill was an avid golfer and bowler, enjoyed many years of worldwide travel, spent countless summers at Badin Lake, was a great neighbor, and was always putting a smile on faces with his wit and charm. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ann Clark Trogdon; sons, Randall Trogdon of Asheboro and Michael Trogdon of Timberlake; two granddaughters, Kristyn Trogdon and Karolanne Trogdon Martin and husband, Nick Martin. He is also survived by two brothers; Bruce Trogdon and wife, Doris; Vernon Trogdon and wife, Judy; as well as several nieces and nephews. The family thanks Randolph Hospital for your care and guidance. Also, thank you to Clapp's for your excellent care and unwavering support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: First United Methodist Church via Online Giving (www.fumcasheboro.org) or mailed to 224 N. Fayetteville Street; Asheboro, NC 27203.