George "Bill" William Tabor III, 73, of Hebron, CT cherished husband of Marion (Burdick) Tabor, passed away at home on Friday, September 4, 2015 in the presence of his loving family. Born July 20, 1942 in Lisbon Falls, ME and growing up in Manchester, CT, Bill served in the Army Reserves and worked in the advertising industry for over 30 years. Bill is best known for his dedication to youth soccer. What began as a small commitment to coach his daughters' youth soccer teams evolved into a passion to provide quality coaching and competitive playing opportunities for all youth in Connecticut. Bill co-founded the Northeast United premier soccer club in 1999. His contribution to the sport was honored by the UCONN men's soccer club in 2005. His legacy will live on through the continued success of the club and the soccer family he helped establish. Bill will always be remembered for his love and devotion to his family, love for people, passion for soccer, dedication as a coach, stellar dance moves, and his Christmas season flare. We cherish the happy memories: the family gatherings, trips to Maine and Cape Cod, soccer tournaments, wine tastings, and golf outings. In addition to his loving wife of 41 years, he leaves two children: Jennifer Tabor-Rennie and her husband Matt Rennie of East Hampton; and Karyn Tabor and her husband William Ferguson of Silver Spring, MD; along with two grand-children Alec and Andie. He is survived by his mother Hazel (Hayes) Tabor and sisters Janet Rolocut, Susan Tabor, and Terryl Kieb and her husband Donald Kieb. He was predeceased by his father, George W. Tabor Jr. of Harpswell, ME. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to the scholarship fund through Northeast United. Northeast United Premier Soccer Club, P.O .Box 387, Mansfield, CT 06268 A public viewing will be held at Potter Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St. (Rte. 195) Willimantic, CT at 6:00-8:00pm on Wednesday September 9, 2015. The Burial Service will be at 10:00am on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the New Hebron Cemetery. To sign the online memorial please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com

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