William N. "Bill" Brownson, 84, beloved husband of the late Mickey (nee Nyman); loving father of Scott (JeanMarie), Bonnie Jean (Bob) Barczak, Lynn (Bill Fick) and the late Don; dear grandfather of Jeff, Claire, Jenni and Glen; loving uncle and friend to many; great storyteller who made everyone smile.   Visitation Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge on Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m.  Funeral Monday, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.  Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer's Association are appreciated.  For info contact 847-685-1002 – www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.