Birth date: Nov 20, 1936 Death date: Dec 19, 2025
William Robert “Bill” DuPriest, 89 November 20, 1936 – December 19, 2025 Bill DuPriest, a gifted writer, devoted husband, and beloved brother, passed away on December 19, 2025, in South Miami, Florida. He was 89 years old. Bil Read Obituary
Virginia, I am so sorry for your loss and so saddened by this news. Bill was such a great gentleman. I will miss our intellectual and culinary conversations.
Our hearts are with you in these difficult times!
Alain Hachem
Bill and I met in 1983 when I started work in the Dade County Public Schools News & Publications Department. He was a veteran journalist and photographer, and I was an upstart just out of college. We clashed early on but grew close over time, especially around his retirement, when I emceed his farewell party and roasted him mercilessly. It was all in good fun, and no one laughed harder than Bill. He was such a good sport and had a terrific sense of humor, especially about himself. It was around that time Bill paid me the highest compliment: He was considering writing a book he’d call, “Advice for the Son I Never Had,” and said he’d dedicate it to me. Our friendship only grew from there, as my husband and I got to know him and his wife, Virginia better over the years, learning about fine art from them both. So sad he’s gone but so glad to have known him so well for so long.
Bill had eclectic and exquisite taste and a great sense of fun. I can still picture him singing and dancing around the office—to the Bahamian folk song “The Sloop John B,” which he’d learned during his days with Outboard Marine International in Nassau—and to some silly Australian song about the aboriginal instrument the digeridoo. He knew so much, loved so much, and loved to share the things he loved with those of us he loved. We couldn’t help but laugh and love him back.
Our deepest condolences to Virginia for the great loss of not only your wonderful husband but of a great human being. After reading the beautiful and touching stories here we are left without words. Departed loved ones may not be physically present with us but will always live in our hearts forever. We would like to remember Bill with this beautiful picture of him and Virginia!
My dearest Virginia Miller,
I just learned about William’s passing, and my heart is deeply saddened. He was truly one of the greatest men I have ever known—strong, noble, and unforgettable.
I wish I could hold you close and embrace you with my soul in this painful moment. A love like the one you shared does not end; it lives on in your heart forever.
I am here for you, always.
Mateo Blanco
Merwin Sigale
Bill was my esteemed friend for more than half a century, valued for his intellect, humaneness, wittiness, curiosity about all things, and breadth of knowledge and talent. His friendship was steady and enduring.
In a Shakespeare play, Mark Antony says of his slain friend Julius Caesar: "Whence cometh such another?" That can be said of Bill today.
I was best man at the wedding of Bill and Virginia almost 52 years ago in the idyllic bayfront setting of Vizcaya, and the goodness that emanated from that ceremony still shines today, the memory of it still inspiring.
Although we don't have Bill with us now, our memories of him will live on, enriched by his influence on his loving wife, his friends and his community.
With disbelief and sorrow, I must share my
recollections of a 50-year cherished friendship
with Bill.
We met at Gulfstream Park. I was the public
relations representative coordinating with Bill,
the Miami Herald reporter and photographer.
What followed is incredible. No matter where
our lives veered, we somehow remained in touch.
And so, when other contacts emerged and drifted,
we shared news and true dedicated loyalty.
During the 1970's, we lived in adjacent
buildings at Brickell Point Apartments by
the mouth of the Miami River. He had his friends,
I had mine. Yet, everyone joined for festive times.
Among my precious memories was Bill and
Virginia's beautiful wedding ceremony at Vizcaya,
with their sailing away into the sunset.
Bill's admirable skills, talents and traits were
endless. An incredible journalist, unselfish,
compassionate, loyal, amazing sense of humor,
Just to name a few.
Today, I am very sad. Lois Nevins
