William E. Standish

Bill (The Barber) Standish passed away peacefully June 6, 2025, at Stanford Lodge Care Center in Plainwell. 

He was born April 25, 1939, one of 5 children to Eliza and RD Standish of Wayland, Michigan, where he grew up. After attending barber school, he became established and known for owning the Otsego Barber Shop where he worked for over 40 years, giving many local kids their first haircuts and serving his many customers throughout their lives. 

Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman and also enjoyed motorcycle riding, skeet shooting, mushroom hunting and many outdoor hobbies.

 Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda (Brooks) Standish in 2020 after 59 years of marriage and many adventures together. 

Surviving are his son, Rick (Anna) Standish of Louisville, KY and daughter, Kristina (Joel) Spitzner of Otsego, MI; two grandchildren, Jake (Erika) Spitzner and Adam (Ashley) Spitzner all of Otsego; four great-grandchildren; brother Bob (Sue) Standish of Wayland, MI and several nieces and nephews. 

According to his wishes cremation has taken place. 

Friends may visit with Bill’s family from 5-7 PM, Thursday, June 26, 2025 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, with a private burial to be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank the very caring staff at Stanford Lodge, Ely Manor and Centrica Care Hospice for his care during his last months.

Contributions in memory of Bill may be directed to At the Master’s Feet Discipleship Ministries (814 21st St., Otsego, MI 49078) or Stanford Lodge Senior Care Center (409 Naomi St., Plainwell, MI 49080). 

Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.