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William B. McIntyre, Jr., known by all as Bill or Pop-Pop, age 91, passed away on November 26, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 17, 1933 in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania to Virginia Jones and William B. McIntyre, Sr. He was known for his good nature, unwavering smile, and ability to fill life with “good stuff.” Bill grew up in Havertown and graduated from Haverford High School. He was a volunteer with the Llanarch Fire Company where he worked in the ambulance corps. It was through that work that he met his late wife, Joan Isabelle Carter, who was a nurse working the “accident ward” at Bryn Mawr Hospital. Bill went to work for the Philadelphia Suburban Water Company, now known as Aqua Pennsylvania. He began his career as a construction inspector overseeing the installation of thousands of feet of new water mains throughout Delaware and Montgomery Counties. While employed at the Water Company, he was drafted into the Army and was stationed at Fort Sam Houston for three years. Following his discharge he returned to the water company. A hard worker and dedicated company man, Bill quickly ascended to positions of Construction Superintendent, Manager of Construction, Division Manager and ultimately Vice-President of Operations which was the position he held when he retired after 45 years of stellar work for the company. Bill was a member of many organizations. He was a member of the American Water Works Association and the Water Works Operators Association of Pennsylvania (WWOAP). In 1995, he was a recipient of WWOAP’s prestigious Ivan M. Glace Award. He was a Free Mason and member of Cassia Mt. Horeb Lodge # 273 in Ardmore, later becoming a Shriner and member of the Bucks County Shrine Club, a part of the Lulu Temple. It was there that Bill achieved the highest rank of President of Bucks County Shrine in 1974. He was also a member of the Royal Order of Jesters. Bill’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family. He immersed himself in the activities of his sons, David and Scott, taking on the roles of swim meet stroke judge and taxi driver to all their swim meets and crew regattas. His goal was to provide his sons with opportunities for success, while instilling in them the importance of family. This was also true in his role of Pop-Pop to Kellie, Carter, and Casey. Whether it was a meet, play, or ceremony, it was without a doubt that Pop-Pop would be in attendance showing his support. In Bill’s free time, he enjoyed playing golf and traveling. Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Joan C. McIntyre and is survived by his second wife Helen B. McIntyre, his sons David (Heidi), Scott (Susan) and his three grandchildren Kellie, Carter and Casey. There will be a visitation at 9:00 a.m. on December 7, 2024 at Ardmore Presbyterian Church, followed by his funeral service at 9:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Bill’s honor to Shriners Philadelphia Hospital for Children at 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140 or https://lovetotherescue.org/ (please direct your gift to Philadelphia).

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William B. McIntyre Jr.

August 17, 1933 - November 26, 2024