R.I.P. William “Bill” Schoenadel, Little Orleans (Bill's Bar)

[Abuck]

R.I.P. William “Bill” Schoenadel, Little Orleans (Bill's Place)

Sad news. Bill, of Bill's Place/Orleans Grocery in Little Orleans MD has passed away. He was a local legend, and is well known to so many. If you rode the C+O Canal towpath, or were headed in to Green Ridge State Forest, a stop at Bill's for supplies, a beverage, the fishing report, or just a few stories, was always a must.

I always enjoyed spending time with Bill, and had been doing it since the 70's. I even was the very first person to get served at the new bar, after the old one burnt down. I had just walked in to the new place as the bar itself was just being studded out, and Bill got me a beer as we BS'd on the 2x4's.

R.I.P. Bill, you will be missed. Condolences to all his family and friends.


http://times-news.com/obituaries/x2056575795/WILLIAM-J-BILL-SCHOENADEL-Cumberland

 

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I use to go in there with my parents when I was a kid. We'd camp at little orleans. Cant really remember him, since it was back in the early to mid 80's. I do remember the old store which had LOTS of dollar bills stuck to the wall from people who stopped in. I guess, the customer would write their name on it, and theyd hang it up. My buddy and his dad had ( might still have ) a camp up behind the store ( I believe ).

R.I.P. Bill

 

[SRD]

Can't remember exactly what the sign said,but basically "You'll get your burger the way Bill makes it."Spent many a Saturday night/Sunday in there.

R.I.P

 

[VNVGUNNER]

He will be missed, lots of fun there.

 

[GRAY GHOST]

RIP. he will be missed. My family owns the Bucktails sportsmans club. Mr.Bill was up at the camp last month. we had a long time member pass and he came up to pay respects. i was up at camp on sat. but we didnt stop in.wish i would had now.

 

[dwsjr]

Wow, Bill was a good man, he was always there when we came to town. He will be missed, condolenses to his family.

 

[StantonCree]

That's terrible!! I loved that place! Will his son keep it running?

 

[GRAY GHOST]

That's terrible!! I loved that place! Will his son keep it running?

i think so. his son Jack should keep it going. if not i want my dollor back.

 

[Mooseman]

R.I.P. Bill. You will be missed.

 

[NHaze]

RIP Bill. Fond memories every time we'd come down out of the mountains for a beer or a burger.

 

[browning guy]

Wow spent a lot of time "Hunting" at bills when I was a young guy. Rest in peace.

 

[Abuck]

That's terrible!! I loved that place! Will his son keep it running?

Yea, it's never going to be the same without Bill there. Of course the new place just isn't the same as the old place. Except for Bill, he was a character.

His son Jack has often mentioned that he planned to keep it going after Bill was gone. I for one sure hope so.

Grey Ghost, I don't think Jack plans on giving you your dollar bill back.

I really wish I could get down for the viewing or funeral, but it's too far with too little notice.

Glad to have known you Bill!

 

[HeatSeeker]

Very sad to hear. I just talked to him and Jack during firearms season. He was not doing well, but did not seem much different than he had the last few times we had been in Bills.

Bill's Place is a big part of my past hunting memories and will continue to be for many years to come I hope. Having beers and a NY strip steak special in there on Friday night before opening day is like a tradition for me, my Dad, and Brother.

Condolences to Jack and the Schoenadel family.

 

[Chris0nllyn]

Wow, sorry to hear that!

I remember going camping (and I still do) at Little Orleans when I was a kid.

 

[.458 Dave]

What a shame. Never had the chance to meet Bill but have stopped in a couple times while i've been camping. RIP bill....

 

[WarVet762]

My wife and I were up there Saturday and learned of Bill's passing. I've been going there since I was about 13 when the old building was there. The first time my wife had seen mountains was when I took her to Green Ridge camping. Of course I had to show her Bill's Place, she loved it, and we've made it a tradition ever since. Not too many people around that have the memory and ability to tell a story the way he did. Rest in Peace Bill, and prayers are out for you and your family. Jack was there Saturday, and I offered my condolences. For those who care to read a little history on the area, and Bill's Place, check out this link:

http://www.mountaindiscoveries.com/images/fw2011/littleorleans.pdf

 

[jr88]

Can't remember exactly what the sign said,but basically "You'll get your burger the way Bill makes it."Spent many a Saturday night/Sunday in there.

R.I.P

The sign said "This aint Burger King, you either get it my way or you don't get the Son of a Bitch at All !"

Got to love it, I really enjoyed knowing Bill for 20+ years and that part of Maryland will be a little less interesting now that he is gone. I'm sure he and the preacher that came by each Sunday for dinner are having a shot and a cigar as we speak. Thanks for the Memories Mr. Bill Schoenadel, be at peace!

 

[powder in the air]

Just drove by there yesterday on the way to midland and said to my soon to be wife look babe remember stopping there

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[TOWcritter]

Had to give this thread a bump. Jack is running the business now. Just as big as a character as his dad. My girlfriend and I were up there a month ago and just happened to mention we were looking for a place to put her trailer. Jack said come on...I have a place for you...5 minutes later and a handshake...deal was done. Jack is our new landlord. The spot is beautiful. The weekend of October 11th is a big hootinanny! Come on up. Bluegrass festival I think....and the fishing is perfect....

 

[jr88]

Had to give this thread a bump. Jack is running the business now. Just as big as a character as his dad. My girlfriend and I were up there a month ago and just happened to mention we were looking for a place to put her trailer. Jack said come on...I have a place for you...5 minutes later and a handshake...deal was done. Jack is our new landlord. The spot is beautiful. The weekend of October 11th is a big hootinanny! Come on up. Bluegrass festival I think....and the fishing is perfect....

That's good to hear. Bill's has been one of my stops for many years and I'll be there in a few weeks.