Ray William "Bill" Talley, 82, Brazil, passed away Oct. 15, 2007, at 1:20 p.m., in his home in the presence of his loving family following a battle with cancer.

Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m., at French Funeral Home with Rev. Chester Hapenny officiating. Burial will follow at Summit Lawn Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be provided by the American Legion Post No. 2 and VFW No. 1127.

Visitation will be Thursday from 4-8 p.m., and again Friday prior to services.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Hospice of the Wabash Valley. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Post a heart of condolence at www.frenchfuneralhome.com.