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William Edgar "Bill" Tessier

8/12/1950 - 7/19/2025

BORN

8/12/1950

DIED

7/19/2025

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New London, Connecticut

William Tessier Obituary

Old Mystic - William "Bill" Edgar Tessier, 74, passed away July 19, 2025 at Beechwood Health and Rehabilitation Center in New London. Born in Woonsocket, R.I., Aug. 12, 1950, the son of Edgar O. and Wilma (Chandler) Tessier.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joyce (Stiles) Tessier; daughter Ashlee Tessier; son Matthew Tessier (Miriam); and granddaughter Rebecca; two sisters, Elaine Costello (Bob) and Terri Seebeck; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Kay King.

Bill graduated from Three Rivers Community College and Empire State College through their Distance Learning Program. He began his career as a volunteer firefighter with the City of Groton in 1968, appointed a firefighter for the City of Norwich in 1973, promoted to captain in 1990, and deputy chief in 1997. After retirement in 2004, Bill was also an adjunct professor at Three Rivers Community College in the Fire Tech program and a senior instructor at the Connecticut State Fire Academy.

Funeral arrangements are private. Please visit www.byles.com to share a condolence with the family. Donations in William's name may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, 56 Commerce Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611 or Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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Published by The Day on Jul. 27, 2025.

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Linda Tansey Eldridge

July 31, 2025

Elaine and Terri, I´m so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. So many Brandegee Ave memories are flooding me. Sending my love and support to you and Bill´s family.

Bill Shannon

July 30, 2025

Joyce and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Yours truly, Bill Shannon

Darlene Richards

July 30, 2025

Hi Joyce: I knew Bill from the CT Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Region 4 Office. We worked together in the Colchester Troop K Barracks. Bill and I had many fun times working together. He always brought in some of Joyce's Cookies whenever there was a party at Troop K. He shared many memories of working with the Fire Service as well. Bill will be missed. I pray for peace and comfort for the family.

Ellen Dieckerhoff

July 29, 2025

Joyce - Ed and I were so sorry to read about Bill's passing. The two of you made such a great couple - always interested in people and having fun. No one could keep up with your collective wit and energy. We are sure you are surrounded by many super friends and family who will be your support system at this time. Take care. Hopefully our paths will cross again soon.
Ellen and Ed D.

Lori King

July 29, 2025

Dear Aunt Joyce, Matthew, Ashlee and families, my sincere condolences for the passing of Uncle Bill. I have only ever heard great stories of you both in my husband's (Mike/Chad) life growing up. Thank you for that. With love and sympathy, Lori

Michael Doyle

July 28, 2025

Worked with Bill at Engine 2 (Greenville Station) for about 3yrs great partner my condolences go out to his family

Marianne Burton

July 27, 2025

Dear Joyce and Family, I have the best memories of Bill and you Joyce. Always two of my favorite patients in the dental office. My deepest condolences. Marianne

Sam Smith

July 27, 2025

Bill was a big influence on my brother and myself. He was a great teacher in the fire service. He will be greatly missed.

John St Denis

July 27, 2025

So sorry for your loss he was a mentor to the fire service.

Tricia Staley

July 27, 2025

Joyce, Matt and Ashlee,
I'm so sorry.
We've lost the best of the Bravest.
With sympathy from our entire family.

Peter Papa Gallo

July 27, 2025

My condolences to Joyce, Matthew and Ashley, my work night bill always help me out when I was a rookie on the NFD I’ll always remember him for the mellow type of person he was but always a true professional thank you.

Tom Martin

July 27, 2025

Bill you were a great teacher! I will always appreciate the time you gave me outside of class at Three Rivers.

Bill Giesing

July 27, 2025

To a family and friends of Bill Tessier I would like to extend my deepest condolences. Bill myself and a couple others all grew up together in the city of Groton and were inspired to volunteer our time and train to become firefighters. It was a pleasure to watch Bill catch his dream. I’ll be becoming ato extend my deepest condolences. Bill myself and a couple others all grew up together in the city of Groton and we’re inspired to volunteer our time and train to become firefighters. It was a pleasure to watch Bill catch his dream. I’ll becoming a career firefighter and advancing through the ranks to become a deputy chief in the Norwich fire department. He will be missed by many.

Michael Tirone

July 27, 2025

Rest easy Bill, we've got it from hear. All my sympathy for the family. Worked with Bill at Norwich Fire Department. Was a great humorous dedicated to the family and the fire service.

Brian Giesing

July 27, 2025

I had the honor of knowing Bill from my Groton days as a member of Eastern Point Fire Company. I followed his career as he progressed through his career. Bill was a thoughtful and caring friend. I was sadden by this news. He was a great firefighter and mentor. My condolences to his family. Godspeed, my friend, while he will be missed on earth, heaven gained a great soul. RIP Gunner

Christian Killam

July 27, 2025

Joyce, please accept my sincere condolances

Stan Homiski

July 27, 2025

I worked with Bill for thirty years in the Norwich Fire Department. My condolences to Joyce, Matt, and Ashlee. Rest in peace my friend

Dave Fairman

July 27, 2025

Rest in Peace

Donna Buechel

July 27, 2025

Ashlee-Sorry for the loss of you dad..remember all the great memories to help keep his memory alive..
Healing prayers to your family.

Ramond & Marlee Boenig

July 26, 2025

My condolences to entire Tessier family. It saddens me to hear of his passing. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Raymond Benoit

July 26, 2025

Bill, I was so sorry to hear of your passing. We spent 28 years together and shared so many memories , I valued your friendship and support over the years. My deepest sympathies go out to to Joyce, Mathieu and Ashlee, your husband and father was a great guy and one who will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend. Ray and Linda Benoit

Raymond and Joan Boenig

July 25, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Claudia (White) Gilmartin

July 24, 2025

Dear Joyce and family, Sending sympathy and hugs to all.

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