William Joseph Liston died peacefully on June 5, 2026, in Salt Lake City, with his wife, Nancy, by his side. In his final days, he was surrounded by the affection and laughter of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all of whom had grown up with Papa as a constant presence in their lives.Bill was born on July 14, 1936, to Margaret and Frank Liston. He graduated from Judge Memorial Catholic High School, where he served as senior class president. He went on to attend the University of Utah, earning a master’s degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology. While in college, he attended a dance at St. Catherine of Siena Newman Center, where he met Nancy Reilly. That first dance marked the beginning of a remarkable 69-year journey together.