Age 78, of Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wives: Dawn, Erma and Sharon. Survivors that are left to cherish his memory are: sons, Guy Bastion with his son, Nikolas and William R. Bastion Jr. with his daughters, Kaylyne and Bella Minor; siblings: Daniel D. Bastion with his son, Steven and daughter, Sarah; Sharon Herman with her daughters, Pamela and Beth; Diana Bastion with sons, Edwin Kania and Theodore Kania; David Bastion with his daughter, Jackie; Linda Bastion with her children, Michael Bastion, Jennifer and Anthony Shaddock; Patricia "Patty" DeYoung with her daughters, Kristi and Melissa; Keith Bastion with his daughter, Kayla; Holly Nix with her son, Barry Wixson and daughter, Brooke Wixson; Sharon's children: James (Laura) Kelley III; daughters, Suzanne Kelsey and Melanie (Bob) Hricko; along with several nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. William worked for National Homes and Pepsi Cola Bottling Company. He retired from Trayer Products as a fork lift operator. William was a huge NASCAR fan and followed # 6 Mark Martin. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed bowling and golfing. In his free time you would always find him tinkering with model cars. A Celebration of his life will take place at a later date and time. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the Bastion family.