William Robert Estes, 74, of Princeton passed away Saturday, June 21, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Evansville.

He was born Jan. 13, 1940 in Fort Knox, Kentucky to Robert and Sylvia (Fulkerson) Estes, both deceased.

He was a diesel mechanic and worked for Cummins Cumberland Inc. in Evansville. He loved to ride motorcycles and he was a member of ACE (Area Chrysler Enthusiast) of car clubs. He was a 30 year member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.

He is survived by his son, Mark William Estes of Princeton; daughter, Jill Marie (Brian) Smith of Princeton; and two grandchildren, Blake and Madison Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton, officiated by Pastor Kevin Wilson. Burial will be at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Princeton. 

Visitation will be from 5 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.