William Bachman, Jr., age 78, of Hackettstown died Friday, February 14, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, N.J. William was born November 27, 1946 in Franklin, NJ. He is the son of the late William and Susan (Durachka) Bachman, Sr.
He served in the USMC during the the Vietnam war from 12/01/1964 to 08/12/1968. He was employed by U.S. Postal Service at the Hackettstown Post Office, Hackettstown, NJ for over 40 years, retiring in 2010.
William was a member of the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Hackettstown. He enjoyed golfing and fishing. He was a good husband, father, grandfather and friend, he truly loved his family and was always ready to help others.
He is survived by his wife: Patricia (Tchorzewski) Bachman ; a son, William Bachman a daughter, Jennifer Bachman and a granddaughter Destinee Quattlebaum
The funeral will be held 10:30 am on Tuesday, February 18 at Church Of The Assumption Of The Blessed Mary, 305 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Father Damian Tomiczek officiating. Entombment will will be in Hackettstown Union Cemetery Mausoleum, Hackettstown immediately following the Mass.
Calling hours will be Monday, February 17 from 4 – 8 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J..
In Lieu of flowers donations in his name to Church of the Assumption 302 High Street Hackettstown, NJ 07840 would be appreciated.

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Michael Gundersdorf says
February 16, 2025 at 3:22 amPat, Billy and Jenny,
My heart goes out to you all. Mr B was always so good to me. I hope you all kind find peace of mind in his life that was well lived. I am thankful to have been in his world. Sending love to you all.
Mike Gundersdorf
Patricia A.Raupp says
February 16, 2025 at 3:56 amOur deepest condolences 🙏 to the Bachman family..RIP Bill you will be missed very much and missed🙏💗❤️we will watch over your children son Billy ,Jennifer daughter and granddaughter Destinee. May God Bless..Aunt Pat and Uncle jimmy
Bruce Smith says
February 17, 2025 at 4:25 pmI had the pleasure of knowing Bill during my many years in Hackettstown. We always enjoyed talking sports and golf. Our sons graduated together and played as teammates in football and baseball.. My condolences to the family.
Jo & Jim Forestiere says
February 18, 2025 at 1:33 amDear Billy, we are so sorry to hear about your dear Dad. I always remember seeing him at church and working outside in his yard. May he rest in peace; and may Our Dear Lord comfort and watch over you and your family.
Josephine and James Forestiere
Josephine and James
Sharon Schlomer Housel and Pat (Florida) says
February 23, 2025 at 1:55 amWe are so sorry to read about Bill. Always a gentleman. A mailman, a neighbor from our Franklin Street home in the past. May you rest in peace.
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