SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – William T. “Bill” Slade, 82, passed away at home on April 4, 2026. He was born on Aug. 22, 1943, in Springfield, to H. Harold and Shirley (Blodgett) Slade. He attended Springfield schools, and graduated from Springfield High School, Class of 1961. He later graduated from broadcasting school in Boston, Mass.
Bill was a volunteer Springfield firefighter. He was co-owner of Bills’ Sight and Sound in the Springfield Plaza. Bill was employed as a much-loved custodian for the Springfield School District for many years. In 2003, he moved to Nokomis, Fla., and continued as a custodian for two schools there before retiring. He resided there for 18 years and returned to Springfield in 2021.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, and sisters Joyce Strom (Jim Malone) and Kathy Jacobs (Ralph).
He is survived by his sisters Barb Bromley (Don), Sherry Forrest (Jack), Paula Torres, and Judy Hebert (Rick); brother Jeff Slade (Lisa); nieces and nephews; and two cousins.
Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield is assisting with arrangements.
A graveside service will be held on June 13, at 1 p.m., at the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vt.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to Springfield Fire Department, 77 Hartness Avenue, Springfield, VT 05156.