William E. Fay, Jr., peacefully passed away January 7, 2015 at his home in The Village of Golf, FL at the age of 97. He is survived by his two daughters, Linda F. Gerrard of Seattle, WA and Lisa H. Fay of Voorhees, NJ, his son, William E. Fay III (Nell), of The Village of Golf, FL, brother James R. Fay (Margaret) of Joliet, IL, 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren and many Fay nieces and nephews. Mr. Fay was predeceased by his wife Margaret H. Fay and daughter Molly F. Gottschalk. Born in Joliet, IL and a Navy pilot veteran of World War II, William had a long and successful career as an investment banker with Smith Barney where he served as executive vice-president. His greatest achievement was co-founding the Brain Research Foundation in 1962. He was a Lifetime Trustee of both Brown and Northwestern Universities. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. He will remain in our thoughts and hearts forever. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Sat. January 17, 2015 12 Noon at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, Delray Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Brain Research Foundation of Chicago 111 West Washington St. Suite 1710 Chicago, IL 60602 or www.thebrf.org

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