William G. Hovis, age 61, died unexpectedly and was found at his home on Mystic Road, LeBoeuf Township on Thursday, December 18, 2008. A lifelong resident of the Waterford area, he was born November 29, 1947 in Erie, the son of the late Ernest W. and Mary Pender Hovis.
Bill retired from General Electric after 35 years of employment. He loved animals and was an avid motorcyclist and a member of the Midnight Brotherhood. Bill was an talented musician and many years ago played with various local bands. He served in the US Navy from 1966-70 and was a member of the American Legion Post 285 of Waterford.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Hovis, and a sister, Deborah Hovis.
Survivors include two sisters, Sharon Pieri and her partner Heidi Wigham of Westfield, NY, and Lorie Watson and her partner Betsy Sauers of Erie; his estranged wife, Amy Hovis; his stepson, Jesse Shields and his wife Janna and their children; several nieces and nephews; and his special friends, Pam Hovis Rapoza and Ed Weary.
Friends may call at the Van Matre Funeral Home, 105 Walnut Street, Waterford on Sunday from 3:00pm until the time of the funeral service at 6:30pm. Rev. Dennis Fetter, pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church of Waterford, will officiate. Burial will be in Waterford Cemetery.
Sorry to here of the loss of Bill.
We grew up in Waterford & went to school together.
We also played some music.
We did have fun.
Sorry to here he is gone.
My condolences
Whenever Bill & I crossed paths, we usually took time to exchange a funny story or two. He was always quick to laugh & always made me laugh. He had a wonderful sense of humor. We shared an interest in motorcycles. I considered him a friend.
He had a special place in my heart & will be missed. Bill, you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Living in Little Rock, AR. has been tough on seeing the family. I will say this.. EVERY time I have been able to come HOME my Uncle Bill always… always comes to see me. We have always had a bond that I will never forget. I will always cherish the times I have come home and was able to see him. Peacefulness in rest Uncle Bill.
Living in Little Rock, AR. I do not get HOME very often. It is times like these when I wish I were there more. I did not see my Uncke Bill very often, however I can say one thing.. EVERY time I found a way to come HOME to see everyone, for whatever reason, he always made sure he came to see me. I remember small things he did that will always stay in my heart. Peacefulness in his rest.
Im not going to act as though I seen Uncle Bill much in the last several years, but I will still miss him. He always made you laugh . I remember the crazy guy on the motorcycle . And most of all I remember him playing the guitar. I loved when he would play , and Aunt Pam would sing. Youll be missed ya old fart. PEACE UNCLE BILL.