05/27/2026
God bless Bill Paige
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Bill Paige, one of the original founders of Heritage Guitars.
After more than 30 years with Heritage Guitars, Bill retired in 2018, but his presence has never left the floors of 225 Parsons Street. As one of the founders of Heritage in 1985, Bill helped lay the foundation for everything Heritage stands for: craftsmanship, integrity, hard work, and the continuation of Kalamazoo’s proud guitar-making legacy. The success our team builds upon today would not exist without his dedication and belief in what Heritage could become.
Those who knew Bill remember him not only for his incredible work ethic, but also for his gentle and kind nature. Bill’s legacy lives on through the people he worked alongside, the guitars he helped bring to life, and the culture he helped shape at 225 Parsons Street.
Our thoughts are with Bill's family, his friends, and everyone who knew him.
Rest easy, Bill. Thank you for everything.
