William "Bill" Link, age 90, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 at his home with his family at his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Gayle (nee Donley), son Christopher, cousin Carol Jurewicz, close friend Kent Norris, many good neighbors in the Ranch Oaks subdivision and his canine companion Darla. He is preceded in death by his parents William and Myrtle Link, Aunt Helen Hofert, Uncle Charlie Hofert and Aunt Hattie Hofert. Bill was a graduate of North Central College in Naperville with a Bachelor's degree in business and physical education and a Master's degree in counseling. Bill coached the 6th-8th grade basketball and track teams at Anna McDonald Grade School in Manhattan and taught social studies until his retirement in 1993. Bill enjoyed spending time at his Montana cabin near Yellowstone. He loved animals, especially cats and was an avid reader who enjoyed reading the daily newspaper. Bill was a season ticket holder for the Chicago Bears and attended games until 2007. He also enjoyed watching college football, basketball, and all professional sports. Bill was a dedicated teacher and coach for over 34 years who touched countless lives throughout his career. He was a loving husband and father and he will be dearly missed. Visitation for Bill will take place on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Manhattan, from 5 - 7:00 P.M. Funeral Service will take place the same evening, beginning at 7:00 P.M. with Pastor Carol Currier-Frighetto officiating. Private interment Evergreen Cemetery, Chebanse, IL. Bill's funeral service will be live streamed. Those wishing to view Bill's service via live-stream can click on the following link https://www.asimplestreaming.com/wlink. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, (815) 478-3321, www.forsythegouldfh.com