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In Loving Memory Of

William Joseph Baran

Also known as "Wild Bill"

June 23, 1967 - November 20, 2025
William Joseph Baran
In the care of
Fraser Funeral Home
William Joseph Baran, age 58, passed away, peacefully on November 20, 2025. William was born in Jacksonville, Florida on June 23, 1967 to the parents of Robert M. and Betty Baran.
William worked for ILA, Local 1593 for more than 40 years. Known as “Wild Bill” in his early days, he was forced to retire because of his declining health in October. He enjoyed fishing, Skeet/Trap Shooting and trivia and he was the achor for the Team Vodka Villains.
William was preceded in death by his wife; Lisa Hunt Baran and his parents, Robert and Betty Baran.
He is survived by his brother, Robert Baran and his wife Debbie, and many cousins and a few aunts and uncles.
A celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, January 31, 2026 nat 10:00AM at The Heckscher Drive Community Center, 9364 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226
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Wanda • Family
May 11, 2026
Bill you were always a part of our family and you will be missed greatly. God Speed
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Sean Dean • Friend
January 31, 2026
Many many memories over a few decades. A great friend for many years whom will be missed terribly!
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Tameka N jackson • Union member
January 30, 2026
Always willing to help a hard worker the best timekeeper. A really good friend to me, I will miss you my friend thank you for always being nice to me.
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Tameka N jackson • Union member
January 30, 2026
A very hardworking Man the best timekeeper always willing to help, I am going to miss you my friend.
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Wanda • Family
January 30, 2026
Even before Bill and Lisa married he was family. This is a huge loss
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Franci Sheffield • Friend
January 21, 2026
Bill made sure I knew what I needed to succeed at our job. Such a wonderful guy. Always a pleasure to be around. You will surely be missed💔but we celebrate you no longer being in pain. Rest well my friend.
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Julie Jones • Friend
January 18, 2026
Bill... you always had a smile on your face. You are on my mind often. Miss the gatherings with you at Matt and Kim's. Run through those streets of Gold straight into Jesus arms.. No more pain for you. smell those beautiful flowers my friend.
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Phil Cypert
December 9, 2025
Bill was a wonderful guy and will be missed. I enjoyed working with him.
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Carmella Holmes Weaver • Friend and Colleague
December 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of William “BB” Baran
William Baran, affectionately known as “BB,” was truly one of a kind. A fiercely loyal and loving friend, BB brought warmth, humor, and intelligence into every room he entered. He had an incredible gift of remembering everything—once you told him something, it stayed with him forever.

BB’s relatability, insight, and quick wit made him a cherished companion to all who he allowed to know him. His presence will be deeply missed by the members of ILA Local 1593, where his friendship and dedication touched so many lives.

Thank you, BB, for everything. Your memory will live on in our hearts.