Peabody – William J. Fratoni 33, formerly of Gloucester, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at the Beverly Hospital.

Born in Salem, he was the son of the late Joseph Fratoni and Marilinn Mayer. He was raised in Salem and Gloucester and was a graduate of Gloucester High School, class of 2008.

Bill had been employed for the past year at Brooksby Village in Peabody where he enjoyed the residence and his coworkers.

A longtime resident of Gloucester prior to moving to Peabody, Bill enjoyed bike riding, spending time with family and friends, visits to New Hampshire and had a great love for animals, especially wolves.

Bill was like a big kid and he had a great personality. He was always trying to find a way to make you smile or laugh. He loved his friends and family, and is now at peace; reunited with both of his parents and with God.

He is survived by his sister, Jessica Fratoni of Gloucester, a nephew, Gage as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

ARRANGEMENTS: A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at the Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan St., Gloucester MA 01930 on Saturday, September 2nd from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. We welcome anyone who knew Bill to join in remembrance of his life. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Wolf Hollow, 114 Essex Rd., Ipswich MA 01938. Arrangements by the Conway Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn Street, Peabody.