_Editor’s note: This story was originally published on June 2, 2025._

In 1965, William “Bill” Reagan was a man hopelessly in love.

Though Catholic, he ended up at a Jewish party before Hanukkah because his friend needed a ride.

That’s when he saw Julia.

“She was the most attractive woman in the room,” he said. “So I walked over and asked her to dance, and she accepted.” They danced several…