William (Bill) M. Selig

William “Bill” M. Selig, of West Newbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 12, 2024, after a long and valiant battle with Parkinsons and Lewy Body Dementia.
Bill was born on October 25th, 1956, to Jeannette and William Selig of El Paso, Texas. After traveling worldwide with his parents during his father’s Army career, he graduated from high school in Indianapolis. Bill went to Wabash College where he earned a B.S in psychology and further achieved a PhD in Physiology from Indiana University in 1984.

After graduation, Bill completed 2 post doctorates before his first position as a research scientist at Hoffmann La Roche, New Jersey. This was the beginning of his long career in pharmaceutical research, focusing on preclinical drug development. He had an impressive resume, serving in both research and leadership positions at many pharmaceutical companies before finishing his work as an independent research consultant. He was also active in the Inflammatory Research Association where he served multiple roles.

In 1981 he met the love of his life, Anne Katherine Bailey while attending Butler University. They were married in 1982, raising 3 children Katrina (Kate), Sarah, and Scott who were his pride and joy. Bill played a key role in encouraging all his children to achieve success both in their careers and passions.

Bill loved all animals, particularly his dogs, who were his therapeutic companions during the long years of his disease. Bill was an avid golfer, and he enjoyed the camaraderie of his friends and colleagues on the course for many years. Bill loved hiking and running and ran multiple marathons including the NYC marathon. He enjoyed traveling the world during his career where he fine-tuned his taste for craft beer, with a particular love for a great Belgian ale. In his retired years, Bill and son Scott had a keen interest in metal detecting and enjoyed numerous years of finding historical items in our New England neighborhoods. They uncovered a wide range of treasures including British coins and Civil War military artifacts.

Bill is survived by his wife Anne and 3 children Kate (husband Ryan) Janvrin, Sarah Selig, and Scott Selig (partner Vanessa).

A funeral service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, 67 Friend Street, Amesbury, on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 1:00 pm. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to Care Dimensions Hospice House (Lincoln, MA) or to All Saints Anglican Church in Amesbury.