William Benjamin Singleton, affectionally known as Bill, Billy, Pop and Moose by family and friends died Friday, May 8, 2020, at his home in Apopka, FL lovingly surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. Bill was born in Socastee, South Carolina, the son of Charlie Singleton and Elfreda Eldridge. Bill grew up in Myrtle Beach, graduating from Myrtle Beach High School where he was known by his many friends as Moose. After high school, Bill attended the University of South Carolina where he earned a BS in Business Management and was a proud member of Sigma Chi fraternity. Bill had the honor of being named President of Sigma Chi which he would look back on proudly throughout his lifetime. Bill was also a member of the Air Force Reserve. Bill and his first wife Virginia McFadyen Singleton, his college sweetheart, moved to Columbia, SC after college where he held a job at IBM as a Marketing Manager. Bill and Virginia had three children together: William (Will), Neill and Clara.
For the last nearly 50 years, Bill worked in Real Estate as a broker, where he had a very long and rewarding career. Bill worked in every area of real estate and in many different exciting cities. At the time of his passing Bill was the owner of Bill Singleton Reality.Bill lived in the Central Florida area for the last 40-plus years, most of his time being spent in Apopka, and the last 19 of those years, with his beautiful wife Toni by his side. Bill and Toni loved to travel, especially to Peru where Toni is from, and loved spending as much time as possible with family and friends. Bill was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He loved making people smile and letting them know how much they meant to him. Bill loved college football but most importantly he loved his South Carolina Gamecocks; his loyalty was unwavering. Even when they would have a tough season he would always say with a smile, “There’s always next year.” Bill loved anything his children or grandchildren were involved in, he was their greatest supporter and cheerleader! God’s word teaches us through Paul’s writing, “That to be at home in the body we are absent from the Lord…. And to be absent from the body we are to be in the presence of the Lord” (2 Corinthians 5: 6-8). There’s no greater consolation of hope during times of heartache than these precious words.
He was preceded in death by his father Charlie Singleton, his mother Elfreda Eldridge, his brothers Charles, John and Pete Singleton and sister Barbara Garris. Bill is survived by his wife Antonieta Kranjcec (Toni), his children Will Singleton of Apopka, Neill (Jane) Singleton of Ponte Vedra, and Clara (Will) Sullivan of Georgia, his grandchildren, Ben and Tom Singleton, McLean, Abby and Payson Sullivan, Skyler Ray Bostrom of Apopka, his brother Earl (Betty) Singleton of Myrtle Beach, and many nieces and nephews. Because of the current situation, there will be a celebration of Bill’s life in Apopka, FL, date to be announced and a family graveside gathering where Bill’s ashes will be interred, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to;
Advent Health Hospice Central Florida
480 West Central Parkway, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Mike and Judy Wiggins says
Clara, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. God Bless you. Ya’ll are in our prayers.
Marian Coles says
My husband, Dr. Cleo Coles, and I were sorry to hear this news. We send our sincere sympathy to the family and lots of love to Toni.
Kristi Alday says
Dear Toni and all,
This is a wonderful tribute to a truly wonderful man! You are all in our prayers!
Love,
Kristi and Tom Alday
Tina Jones says
Bill was such a great kind person with a big heart. He always was there to talk to about anything. He was like a grandfather to me just in the time that I knew him. He treated my son like a grandson and I could not be more grateful for my mom to have such great neighbors. Bill and Toni always made sure my mom was ok because she is alone. Now my mom and I will be making sure Toni is ok. We will definitely meet again on the other side! This is something that Bill asked is to do and we will make sure it happens for his last wishes!
Tom Bennett says
I worked with Bill for years and found him to be a wonderful person. He called me about a month ago just checking with me. He will be missed. Toni, please let me know if ever I can help you
Justin Trapp says
Condolences to the Singleton Family from Ireland! Bill and I worked together from time to time in real estate. A true Gentleman and and a good friend that I will miss so much. May he rest in peace.
Sheree Cooper says
Toni, My heart breaks for you. You are in my thought and prayers. I will tell you that this will be by far the hardest thing you have ever gone through, worse than loosing a parent. We lost Norman 2 years ago this past December, right before Christmas. Kelli and I can be out and see something, and we still Say Dad would love that. Not a day goes by that we dont miss him. I am so glad that God sent Bill to you and the last 20 + years have been filled with such happiness. He was a good man, and I am sure will be missed by all. Email me when you are up to it and maybe you, Jan and I can go to lunch or dinner. Swap pictures of our grandkids. I have three now.
Love you and hugs and prayers are coming your way.
Arnold webb says
The lord has his best helper.for 65 years. I have admired, respected and loved “the moose.” He is now with the white cross he so faithfully respected. Fair well my brother..in hoc signo Vince’s. In the bonds..arnie
Harlen Crossen says
My heart is with your family during this time with love surrounding all of you.
Bobbi Sievers says
So sorry for y’all…. it’s tough to lose a parent and there really are no words of comfort… I’m saying prayers for y’all to get through this and remember all three good times and great memories made over the years!!! Much love and prayers
Bobbi says
All THE good times….
Melanie King says
To Clara and family
May you find peace and know that my prayers are with you. God will be with you now and always. Clara as you and I both know about our common loss through ALS and although don’t know what your Dad passed away of please just know after being your friend since 7th grade that you can cry on my shoulder anytime as live in Blairsville GA. Love, hugs and prayers to all of you now and in the days ahead. Proverbs 17:17
Wilson & Valeria Barbugli says
I m so sad. He was a very special and good friend.
All blessings to the family.
Ms. Shawn Cornell says
Will, Neil and Jane, Clara and Will,
Words cannot say how sorry I am for your loss. I am always here for all of you, if you need anything. I love and miss all of you, and your family. My heart is broken.
With love, Shawn Cornell
Charisse Russell says
To all of the Singleton Kids and Toni, your Pops was such a wonderful person and great father to you all, he’s at peace now and his soul is at rest in such a beautiful place, he will be missed by so many as he was truly loved by so many. Sending loving thoughts, blessing, hugs and prayers to you all. 💜💜❤️🌈💜❤️
Randy Jennings says
Link to Bill’s Seahawk Luncheons “In Memory” page
http://www.seahawkluncheon.org/class_profile.cfm?member_id=8805213
chris meyer says
I met Bill in 1983 when I got my real estate license. Always so friendly and willing to help the new guy. Always a smile and a great outlook on life. Sorry for your loss.