Dr. William F. Duerfeldt
July 9, 1947 ~ January 16, 2022
Born in:
Tillamook, OR
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Dr. Duerfeldt was born in Tillamook, Oregon, and grew up in the Oregon area. On December 16, 1967 he married Cynthia Cedergreen in Forest Grove, Oregon, and they were blessed with two children. After serving in the Navy during Viet Nam, he went on to medical school in Missouri, and was a Family Practice physician for 32 years, both in private practice, and teaching at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. He was Department Chair of Family Practice at Ohio University for several years.
He had a wonderful sense of humor; loved to be with his family, to travel, camp, hike, and read. He also wrote two books. He and his wife were able to travel all over the world, visiting every continent except Antarctica. They also did several U.S. cross-country trips in their RV, one following his great-grandmother’s pioneer wagon train trip from Nebraska to Oregon.
But the greatest joy of his life was walking with the Lord. He took early retirement in 2007 in order to follow the calling to volunteer in Israel with his wife. Each year, they spent 3 months in Jerusalem, ministering to the poor, sick, needy, and Holocaust Survivors.
His survivors include his wife, Cynthia, of Asheville; son, Todd Duerfeldt, and daughter-in-law Carrie, of Indiana; daughter, Amy Cheesman, and son-in-law, David, of Waynesville; as well as his grandson, Christian Wethor and wife Hannah, of Asheville.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 29, at 11:00 a.m. at Harvest Time Assembly of God, 225 Summit Street, Asheville.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
Services
Memorial Service: January 29, 2022 11:00 am
Harvest Time Assembly of God
225 Summit Street
Asheville, NC 28803
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Steve and Janet Walker
Our prayers are with you all. I am grieving my big brother. The world seems a bit sadder without him here. We love you !
Bill was a wonderful man of God. He will be missed here on earth and at HTA but we know we will see him in Heaven. We are sending you our condolences and a heartfelt hug . We love you.
Todd and and I are heartbroken with the loss of our sweet smart adventurous Papa. The world was always brighter when you were around. I will miss your beautiful blessings over Thanksgiving meals and the JOY you brought us.
We rejoice for your homecoming, but truly feel at a loss without you
John and Gail
The world feels completely different without you in it, Uncle Bill. I miss everything you and everything you brought to it— your wit, your knowledge, your compassion, and all the fun adventures we had. You were easygoing and fun and just a wonderful human being. I’m grateful the Lord knit our families together so that I got the privilege of calling you my uncle and for the impact you had on my life. I love you Uncle Bill. We will see you soon. Love, Megan
What first comes to mind is missing the stories and the laughter. I’m thankful for so many fabulous memories of the wonderful times we had as a family; the adventures we embarked on as children; the crazy things we did as we explored and played. Bill was my best friend and big brother protector thru all the various family moves. His wit and intelligence helped shape my life. Then Cindi came into Bill’s life and life became even better!!
Cindi, I love you dearly and may you, Todd and Amy know there is a special place in my heart for you!
Big brother, rest in peace as you will certainly be missed!
Much love, Dona
Bill was one of the best people Amber and I ever knew. He was smart, funny, caring, and an all around model human being. His deep faith was inspiring and encouraging. We pray for the peace and comfort of his family.
I will always remember our days together serving Athens Christian School. Bill was a great leader and advisor.
We are so very sorry for your loss! Thoughts of Bill inspire many fond memories, especially memories of times spent at Grandpa and Grandma Freddy’s. From wild romps in the barn building hay forts and kicking the can, to enthusiastic card games where a battle over “Spoons” might end in a dog pile. Bill added wonderful joy and laughter. He will be missed by family and friends!
Milton Phillips Family
We are so very sorry for your loss! Thoughts of Bill inspire many fond memories, especially memories of times spent at Grandpa and Grandma Freddy’s. From wild romps in the barn building hay forts and kicking the can, to enthusiastic card games where a battle over “Spoons” might end in a dog pile. Bill added wonderful joy and laughter. He will be missed by family and friends!
I admired my older cousin so much that I followed him to Oregon State for college. Those Sunday dinners at Grandma and Grandpa Freddie’s are cherished memories. I’ve been looking at the photos from our last family gathering and feeling grateful for that time together.
“DrBill” was my best friend, even though we met only in June of 2020, over a game of on-line chess. During play, we would share chat notes back and forth, and it is that way I came to learn firsthand what a caring, friendly, thoughtful and loving person Bill was. Besides funny, sometimes sarcastic, sometimes very profound comments about life, the world, and his Love for the Lord, he always had good, supportive advice when I would ask him for it. My sorrowful condolences go out to Cindi and his family, and I look forward to starting a new chess game with Bill when we meet later in Heaven. Ken Close, Montgomery, Ohio.
Remembering our Bill with rejoicing and knowing one day we will see him in all his vibrancy. Not only did we get to worship the Lord together at Harvest Time Assembly but we always enjoyed our fellowship with him and Cindi. We would enjoy speaking of Israel then we would go straight for the cruise stories. Oh how we loved our cruise stories. I’m a little jealous you and Pastor Darrell my beloved husband in heaven together having to much fun . We love you and will.see you soon.
Remembering our Bill with rejoicing and knowing one day we will see him in all his vibrancy. Not only did we get to worship the Lord together at Harvest Time Assembly but we always enjoyed our fellowship with him and Cindi. We would enjoy speaking of Israel then we would go straight for the cruise stories. Oh how we loved our cruise stories. I’m a little jealous you and Pastor Darrell my beloved husband in heaven together having to much fun . We love you and will see you soon.
Pastor Sandy McClaren
There has never been a more delightful couple, always uplifting and encouraging. I loved Dr. Bill’s emails. I loved spending time with both of them in Israel. I was invited to go along with them on a home visit. Dr. Bill and Cindi were tremendous examples of love in action! They are my examples. Thank you! Until this time next year in Jerusalem…
tell him i’m not happy no more chess!
save me a place at the table so we can have more chess games up there with you and your mate, you’ll be missed very much!
I won’t take the skull I’ll put our last game as a draw, I’ll miss you very much big bro!
till we meet again, from your chess buddy across the puddle! John