William "Bill" Shy

William "Bill" Shy, 70, of Farmington, MO, formerly of the Brunot and Des Arc, MO area passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Peters, MO. 

Bill was born July 16, 1955, at St. Louis, MO, son of Howard and Lilian (Grenia) Shy.

Bill grew up in Wayne and Iron Counties and attended and graduated from Clearwater High School in 1973. Bill grew up living a life of freedom and on his own terms. He was a traveling blade sharpener and was very accomplished in this trade. Some would say he had a wild side but few could say they had as much fun as Bill. He was also interested in collecting music albums and 1960's and 1970's muscle cars.

He recently accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at Cornerstone Tabernacle at Poplar Bluff, MO. He was proud of this. 

Bill is survived by loving daughter Melissa Ferguson and husband Chris of Patterson; loving grandchildren: Abigail Hampton, Madison Mueller, Colten Rebel Shy Ferguson; many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews; special cousin Debbie Kemp and many great lifelong friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving son, Billy; and brothers: John, Tony and Joe Shy.

Visitation was held at 12:00 pm Friday, November 14, 2025, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont Chapel. Funeral followed at 2:00 pm, also in the Piedmont Chapel. Pastor Jarod Davis ministered to the family. Pastor Richard Sanders read the obituary and gave a heartfelt eulogy. Kenny Miniex, Criag Huffman, Don Sites, Chris Huffman, Denny Daggett, and Jim Brewington served as pallbearers. Burial will be held at Mt. View Cemetery, Des Arc, MO. Online condolences can be made at www.rueggfuneralhomes.com

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