William Chandler Chisholm

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of William “Bill” Chisholm, a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend to all whose lives he touched. Bill passed away on April 25, 2023, after a courageous battle with a severe illness. He was a fighter and a true warrior, throughout every single day.

Bill was born in Portsmouth, NH in November 1969 and grew up in Stratham, NH until he moved to CT in 1992. He was 53 years old. He was an incredible teacher, chef and musician, who loved life and lived it to the fullest. He loved to travel, play golf, spend time with friends, play guitar and sing. Music was a huge part of who he was, and he was great at it, as he was, in so many other things in his life.

Bill was a beloved Culinary Arts Teacher at Southington High School. He poured his all into teaching and working with his students. He was so proud of them and he loved his SHS family.

Bill is survived by his wife, Susan Chisholm of Newington, CT, his parents, Ronald & Liz Chisholm of Stratham, NH, his sons, Benjamin and Max Chisholm of Glastonbury, CT, his step-sons, Stephen Lawrence and his partner, Nichole Trefethen of Gorham ME, Joseph Pizzolongo and his partner Hayley Lemay of Newington, CT, Nicholas Pizzolongo of Newington, CT, his brothers, Chris Chisholm and his partner, Erin Hart of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Craig Chisholm and his wife Kristina Chisholm of Maryville, TN, his mother-in-law, Arleen Haynes of Wethersfield, CT, his former wife, Cathy Comeau and her husband Jim Comeau, and his grandchildren, Noah, Olivia and Serena.

Bill was all about his family, and he loved them all so very much. His two sons, Ben & Max, were the world to him. He was so very proud of them and always lit up when talking about them and all their wonderful accomplishments. He loved his stepsons, Steve, Joey and Nick, like they were his own and was so very proud of them. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren and always got so much joy out of that time spent.

Bill was an incredible person. He touched so many lives, always giving of himself and helping others. He loved to laugh and had such a great sense of humor. He had an amazing group of friends that he loved. He treasured all the connections and friendships he made over the years. The loss of Bill takes a piece of so many hearts, as he was so very loved.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 20th from 2PM - 6PM, at the Newington Wood-n-Tap in the banquet room.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his honor to the Amyloidosis Foundation at https://amyloidosis.org