William Hinson (Bill) Angle

William Hinson (Bill) Angle, age 73, left this world on July 16th, 2023 at Shands Hospital, following an extended illness. Bill was born on January 2nd, 1950 in Gainesville, Florida. He was preceded in death by his father, O. J. (Pete) Angle, and his mother, Jewel Frances Angle. He is survived by his sister, Sue Bowman of Fort Worth, Texas, and his brother, Joe of Hawthorne, Florida, and several nieces and nephews.

Bill was a lifelong resident of Gainesville, attended Gainesville High School, and he served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam war era. Bill worked for many years for Boone Welding, Gainesville, Florida, in heavy equipment radiator repair, and as an automotive machinist. He was a skilled machinist who built and repaired automotive parts and accessories, and could bring new life into any old engine or piece of machinery.

Bill had a natural talent for carpentry and as a hobby, enjoyed creating many interesting items as well as restoring old furniture.

Also an accomplished, self taught musician, Bill loved playing the guitar and the banjo, and frequently jammed with his friends late into the night. He rarely entertained for his family, but on the few occasions he did, all were amazed at his mastery. Bill enjoyed the outdoors, was a crack wing-shot, and especially had a passion for saltwater fishing.

Bill was much loved and appreciated by his family, and will be greatly missed. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.