William J. "Bill" Ruppert, 78, of Quakertown, died Wed. May 6th at St. Luke's Hospice House, Lower Saucon Twp. He was the loving husband of Peggy (Hathaway) Ruppert for over 40 years. Bill was a native of Philadelphia, a strong family man who loved country western music. Bill was a working man, having worked for Mid-Florida Tech, Star Metal and Atlas Casket Company. Surviving with his loving wife are daughters, Linda, Carol (Joe), Mary, ReRe (Pete); sons, Albert (Rose), John (Vicky), Mark (Michelle), Jimmy (Renee), Billy (Chris), and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services will be held 11:00 AM, Sat. May 9th at Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral & Cremation, 135 West Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown. Calling from 10:00-11:00 AM at the funeral home.