William L. "Bill" Metzger, 63, of Shobonier, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, April 03, 2013, at his home. Celebration of Life from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Gatch Lake Pavilion, rural Vandalia, IL. Memorial: Crossroads Cancer Center, Effingham, IL. He was born December 13, 1949, in Vandalia, IL, the son of Harold Fred & Vera Irene (Morell) Metzger. Married Janet Marie Schnarre on August 19, 1972, Augsburg. Bill was a Lead Supervisor for IDOT and a Farmer. Member of Temperance Lodge #16 A.F. & A.M., Vandalia; NRA & IFOR. He is survived by: Wife, Janet, Shobonier, IL; Brother; Jim Metzger, Shobonier, IL; Sons, Todd Metzger & Michelle, Vandalia, IL; and Erik Metzger & Amanda, Shobonier, IL; Daughter, Stephanie Metzger and Special Friend, Brian Graumenz, Shobonier, IL; and Grandchildren, Austin, Daxton & Cole. Preceded in death by: His Parents.