Specialist William Earl "Poochie" Satchell, Sr.

William Earl Satchell Sr. was born on May 23, 1957 in Bath NC to the late Doris E. Satchell. William passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday May 7, 2024 at his daughter home in Angier NC

William, who was affectionately know as “Poochie” attended Bath High School in Bath NC and received his diploma. After completing his studies, he joined the United States Army in 1974 where he became Specialist Satchell, William and assigned to the Charlie Battery 2nd Battalion, 36th Field Artillery where he received the Expert Qualification Badge (Rifle M16) with this enlistment the US Army sent him to Germany. He enjoyed the army so much after his first contract, of 6 years, he decided to reenlist for an additional 2 years. During this enlistment he was then relocated back to the United States and assigned to US Army Training and Doctrine Command at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri.

William was united in holy matrimony to Walburga Judy Thomas on November 4, 1977 in Giessen Germany. With this union they were blessed with 2 beautiful children. Following his retirement from the US Army, William held many jobs including brick mason, maintenance worker, general contractor with bridge building, construction worker, lawn care provider, Manager at local manufacturer Singer Furniture Company. No matter what you asked him to do he knew how to do it and did it with excellence.

Some of Poochie’s favorite pastimes were fishing, playing spades, hanging out with his friends and this is when he gained the name “Satch”. Most importantly when he was blessed with grandkids and a great grandson, he made sure that he enjoyed outside play, riding bikes, power wheels, getting beat at basketball etc. The thing that brought him more joy and laughter was getting pranked on by them. It was never a dull moment when they got together because Papa and G-Papa would let them get away with anything. Poochie always made it a point to visit his family and friends whenever he stepped in Washington, and he was so happy to do so.

William leaves to cherish his precious and funny memories, his son William Jr of Greenville NC, the apple of his eye princess Tamika Johnson (Jerome) of Angier NC. Three granddaughters Tauna Holloway of Washington NC, PFC Shiauna Holloway of San Antionio Texas, and Karisma LaDoris Satchell of Merry Hill NC. One spoiled and could get G-Papa to do anything great grandson Hallie Kai Holloway IV of Washington NC. Three sisters Evelyn Godley, Phyllis Satchell, and Rhonda Roundtree all of Washington NC. 2 aunts Louette Slade of Bath NC and Mary G. Satchell of Brooklyn NY. One special cousin that was considered a sister to him Michelle Satchell of Bath NC. Poochie also leaves his memories to a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. William was preceded in death by his mother Doris Satchell, sister Dorita Satchell, and a total of 17 aunts and uncles.

His life's devotion, service to God and mankind will be celebrated 12:00 PM Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Word of Life Worship Center, Washington, NC.

Burial will follow in the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Goldsboro, NC on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 12 noon. 

 Viewing will be held Friday, May 17, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM at the People's Memorial Chapel.

The Satchell Family will be receiving family and friends at 105 Donovan Circle, Washington, NC 27889, starting Wednesday May 15, 2024.

All condolences to the Satchell Family may be directed to peoplesfuneralest.com or our fax number: 252-940-6889. Also to our email address at peoplesfh219@gmail.com

The family will assemble at the residence in preparation for the funeral procession. We ask that you join us in remembering the Satchell family in both thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time. 

Arrangements are entrusted to the People's Funeral Establishment, Washington, NC.

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