About This Memory Space
This page was created for William Bill L. "Bill" Browning III's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor William Bill L. "Bill" Browning III's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew William Bill L. "Bill" Browning III. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
A lifelong learner and spirited adventurer, Bill Browning embodied the joy of discovery in every facet of his existence. From scaling America's tallest peaks to pedaling through challenging bike routes, he pursued life's thrills with unyielding vigor. His love for education shone through decades of shaping young minds, while his warm relationships anchored him in a close-knit family circle. Bill's infectious positivity and kindness touched countless lives, creating ripples of inspiration that continue to resonate.
Family & Loved Ones
William Bill L. "Bill" Browning III's legacy lives on through their family and loved ones:
- Bill cherished 35 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Dixie Burkhart Browning. He was a proud father to son William E. Browning (Vickie) and daughter Amy Browning Ling (Steve), stepfather to Christine Blair Monroy and Amy Blair Hillman (Craig), and a doting grandfather to Christina Terhune (Doug), Zachary Morris (Kristin), Christian Morris (Ali), Mallory Mortl, and Sophia Monroy. His great-grandchildren—Gavin and Morgan Terhune, and Blake Morris—brought him immense joy. Preceded in death by his parents, stepdaughter Peggy Blair, and siblings Carolyn Browning Ramsayer and Jeffrey F. Browning, Bill also shared a close bond with his sister Heidi Browning Heltzel.
Remembered by Friends & Family
In the days and weeks after their passing, messages of love, support, and remembrance flowed in from friends, family, and colleagues. The themes that emerged were clear and consistent.
Former students and colleagues overwhelmingly recall Bill as an exceptional geography and history teacher whose lessons sparked lifelong passions for world capitals, maps, and global awareness—many still credit him for trivia dominance and travel inspirations. Tributes highlight his kindness, positivity, coaching wisdom in wrestling and other sports, and memorable guidance during events like 9/11. He is celebrated as a compassionate mentor, lifelong learner, and cherished figure whose impact spanned generations at Park Tudor.
Memorial Gathering: To be announced
Memorial Service: Memorial Gathering
Location: Flanner Buchanan Funeral Centers
9700 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46250
Additional Information: Please contact the funeral home for additional information.
For more details, visit the original obituary