William C. Flodman, 88, of Ventura passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on March 15, 2026 after a decade of courageously facing many physical challenges.

Bill was born William Corsaut Flodman in Spokane, Washington on May 19, 1937 to Louese Corsaut Flodman and Milton Nathaniel Flodman.

In 1942, the family moved to Seattle where Bill graduated from Lincoln High School in 1955. In June 1959 he graduated from the University of Washington where he earned a degree in accounting and was treasurer of Delta Tau fraternity. In the winters he worked as a tow lift operator at Snoqualmie Pass.

During his high school and university years, Bill was an active member of the Boy Scouts. He was a camp staff member at Camp Parsons (1953-1957) and the first Lodge Chief of the newly formed Order of the Arrow Lodge. Bill earned his Eagle Rank and was awarded the Vigil Honor in the Order of the Arrow  and later recognized with the Centurion Award for his contributions to the Order of the Arrow.

Upon graduation, Bill enlisted in the Navy and was sent to Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island and was commissioned an Ensign in February 1960 and was later part of the invasion force during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Bill's ship, the USS Duval County (LST758) was featured in the movie PT 109 chronicling this historic event. Upon release from active duty, Bill joined the Naval Reserve retiring after 25 years with the rank of Commander.

While on active duty in Norfolk, VA, Bill met his future wife Venetia "Venny" Drates. They were married on June 13, 1964 at the Annunciation Cathedral. Later, Bill converted to Orthodoxy at Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, Falls Church, Virginia.

Bill worked for a CPA firm doing audits and tax preparation and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1965.For nearly 40 years Bill worked in either government or the banking industry in Washington D.C., Indiana, Wisconsin, and Alaska. He served as the president of the Alaska chapter, Financial Executives Institute. He rounded out his banking career as a Senior Vice President of Santa Paula Savings and Loans. The remainder of his career and retirement was spent in Ventura, CA.

While living in Indianapolis they adopted their loving daughter, Katherine "Kat" Elizabeth.

As an active member of the Greek Orthodox Church since 1969, Bill has served in many capacities: parish president of Saint Demetrios, Camarillo in 1986 and 1988, Greek Festival treasurer 1984-2007 and was the Treasurer of Saint Nicholas Ranch 1987-1992. In recognition of outstanding services and commitment, Bill was awarded the Archdiocesan Medal of Saint Paul. He was also a member of AHEPA  for 52 years and was recognized as a Life Member in March of 2023. He served Chapter #220 as Treasurer for many years, alongside his buddies Kosta Defterios and Lyle Hochberger.

Bill and Venetia retired in 2005 and traveled extensively with the University of Washington Alumni group. On December 4, 2017, the Thomas Fire (Ventura County, CA) consumed their home and Bill again used his accounting skills to rebuild their home with the insurance proceeds they received. They returned to their new home on June 25, 2020, some 934 days later.

Bill was known for his strength, leadership, calm manner, generosity, sense of humor, financial savvy, and love and dedication to his family and his church community. To be of help to others was in his DNA. Bill is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Venetia, his daughter Kat Russell (husband Hashim), grandchildren Gavin Martinez, Rhianne Martinez, Myles Russell, and Mackenzie "Darling" Russell, and godsons John Pease, Mark Pease, and Zack Zdrale.

Services at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 5575 Santa Rosa Road, Camarillo, CA 93012. Trisagion on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Coffee and Paximadia in the church hall, following the Trisagion. Funeral service on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM (Doors open at 10 am). Interment at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park, 2052 Howard Road, Camarillo, CA 93012.

Makaria following at the Greek at the Harbor, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to Saint Demetrios Building Fund in lieu of flowers.

May his memory be eternal!

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