William Thomas Chambers 69, of Nixa, MO passed away early in the morning April 25, 2016 at his home with his family after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Bill was born February 21, 1947 in Detroit, MI to Dale and Elizabeth Chambers. He was a communications engineer for over 40 years. He loved his family. His favorite pastime was talking on his Ham Radio with people all over the world. He is pre-deceased by his wife Diane and his parents, and succeeded by his brothers Dale and Tim, his children Cynthia, Dennis, Gene, Dale, and Crystal, as well as fifteen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held Friday, April 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Graceway Baptist Church, 5010 S. Farm Rd 135, Springfield, MO 65810.