Abrams, William age 89, of Golden Valley, passed away May 25, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife, Merilyn. Survived by children, Jerry (Buffy) Abrams, Lisa Abrams (Dale Bluestein); step-grandchildren, Ben, Abbie, Sydney, Ethan and Jillian; sisters, Bryna Levin, Dorothy (Norm) Pink, Lily Pilcher; and many other loving family & friends. Known to most as "Billy", he was a gentleman, with a gentle soul. A quiet and reassuring presence to everyone who knew him. During his career as an attorney in Winnipeg, Manitoba he touched many lives. Through the years of his illness, he remained loving, caring and held a wonderful sense of humor. He will be deeply missed. Special thanks to the staff at Hilltop at Jones Harrison Residence for the loving care Dad received. Funeral service SUNDAY 10 AM, TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2323 Fremont Ave. S., Minneapolis. Memorials preferred to Jones Harrison Residence or Alzheimer's Association. SHIVA at Temple Israel, Sun. 7 pm and at 6816 Stonewood Ct., Eden Prairie, Mon. 7 pm. Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 hodroffepstein.com