Elder William Geter Jr. , was born Willie Geter Jr. in Memphis, Tennessee on November 12, 1949 to the parents of Willie Geter Sr. and Lillian M Stuckey. He was the oldest of two siblings. He was raised in Chicago, Illinois, where he attended Chicago Vocational high school, then graduated from Illinois School of Technology, with a degree in architecture. Bill enlisted in the army reserves where he served three years, then enlisted into the army active duty during the Vietnam era. He was honorably discharged in 1973. Where he met and fell in love with his life mate Adell. They were married December 20, 1975, to this union they bore two sons William Geter III (Trey) and Adolph, Elijah Geter (Addie). Bill began his professional career working for various architectural firms. Pulling on his military contacts, he was awarded an indefinite delivery contract with the Army Corps of Engineers. These endless contracts enabled him to begin his firm GBW Design Group. God blessed his firm to secure various projects including the city of San Antonio, Housing Authority, Bexar Co. Jail, as well as extension to Kaufman, Co. Jail. Through a relationship with Mr. Gary Woods, Mr. Red McCombs, and then governor Ann Richards. Bill was awarded a major contract with the San Antonio Spurs to do a total Design and Build of the luxury suites at the San Antonio Alamodome. Through his personal relationship with Mr. Comer Cottrell, he was asked to Design and build his $8.1 -12 M. Estate in Highland Park, Dallas, TX At this point God was pulling on his heartstrings to commit more to his religious education. At this point he had already been Licensed and Ordained through Damascus Baptist Church. He had obtained a bachelor's degree in Biblical Education from San Antonio Theological Seminary, when he decided to retire to go full-time in the ministry. He started attending Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth full-time. Where he obtained a masters degree in biblical languages, (Greek, and Hebrew). In the mid 90s, Bill and Adell relocated to the DFW area and began a relationship and fellowship with Calvary Temple Church under the pastorship of Pastor J. Don George. This relationship continued until Pastor George passed the torch to Lead Pastors, Ben and Kim Dailey, Calvary Church, of which Bill and Adell were both honored to serve as Elders under this pastorship, till this present day. Bill leaves to cherish his memory. His wife, Adell Geter of 47 years of marriage. One daughter Dachia O. Geter, two sons William (Trey) Geter III, and Adolph Elijah Geter (Addie)(Miranda). His mother, Lillian Stuckey, and his sister, Joyce Jones. Six grandchildren, Allegra D, William Geter IV, Noah S., Jeremiah D. , Aiden E. and Elijah C. Bill is as well survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Elder Bill Geter, will be remembered as a faithful husband, loving father, caring grandfather, a committed Christian, and a powerful man of prayer. The memories of his life and the legacy of his faith will live long in the hearts and minds of his Christian family. His rock-solid example will provide inspiration for generations to come. On behalf of the family, Adell, would like to take this moment to express her heartfelt appreciation for the many expressions of condolences, love and prayers. Life can be hard, but with the love youve shown, you have made it a little easier for our family. For those who participated, there arent enough words of gratitude for all that youve done . We appreciate you and thank you. You will always live in our hearts. Love you All. WIllie's service may be seen live-streamed at the following link https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.phpdata=MTY5NzU3MzU1NzI3Njc0MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw== SERVICES

Visitation

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Colonial Funeral Home of Irving 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062

Funeral Service

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:30 AM

Colonial Funeral Home of Irving 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062

Committal Service

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:00 PM

Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211