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William Hares Obituary
Born in Dunmore, son of the late William and Mary Elizabeth Hares, he was a graduate of Dunmore High School and Pennsylvania State University. Before his retirement, he was employed by Link Simulation & Training for 35 years.
He was a gentle giant known as "Adorable Bill" by his family. He enjoyed swimming, boating, eating out and working with his hands. He was friendly, enjoyed helping others and loved spending time spoiling his grandchildren.
Also surviving are a son, William L. and wife, Kristine Hares, Canonsburg, Pa.; three daughters, Jennifer L. and husband, Eric Slocum, Burleson; Mary E. Hares, Arlington, Texas; and Debra K. and husband, John Stankewitz, Fort Worth; a sister, Elizabeth "Bonnie" Gorton, Dunmore; eight grandchildren, William Evan Hares, Cayla Hares, Gabriel Hares, Martin Hares, Sydney Hares, Jeremy Slocum, Aidan Stankewitz and Andrew Stankewitz; many cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Steven Hares.
The funeral will be Saturday with a blessing service at 9:30 a.m. in the Albert P. O'Donnell Funeral Home, 2025 Green Ridge St., Dunmore. Interment will be at Dunmore Cemetery.
Friends may call Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. To offer an online condolence, visit ODonnellfuneral.com.
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July 2, 2013
Sandy:
We are so sad to hear of Bill's passing. He was a great friend and we always enjoyed seeing you both at our annual Xmas parties. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Our prayers are with you at this time of your great sorrow.
Mike & Dar
Arlington TX
Mike Echan
June 28, 2013
I was sorry to hear of Bill,s passing as I recall the good times we had in Dunmore schools and Boy Scouts as youngsters. We also roomed together for a short while when Bill was working at Fairless Steel and I taught school in NJ. My prayers are with his family.
Pat Rooney
June 24, 2013
I have wonderful memories of Bill having gone to school with him from grade school through high school. We reconnected at our 50th high school reunion and my wife and I were happy to meet his special wife, Sandy. He will be deeply missed by family and friends.
Don and Linda Follet
June 23, 2013
Sandra, Jen, Eric and rest of the family,
It was great to work with Bill, Jen and Eric. We had continue to enjoy Bill's company at our retiree breakfast socials and he will certainly be missed.
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Jennifer Pierce (Capron)
June 23, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Julian Pierce
June 22, 2013
I met Bill during the flight simulator installations at Dobbins in Marietta GA, he was a friendly and resourceful guy. He was able to bring us all together with his cookouts and good nature.
Donald Capron
June 21, 2013
Sandy and Kids, Bill was one of my best friends and I will always remember the times our families had together. I just don't have the words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss.
Pat Stevens
June 21, 2013
Bill will be missed as he was always jovial to be around. My sympathies go out to his family. Know that he and Herbie are together and are our angels
watching over us.
June 21, 2013
Bill was always the best to work with in all the years, and a very dear friend in retirement. He will be greatly missed by all.
Jim & Rosemary Carl Arlington TX
Marianne and Jerry Picca
June 21, 2013
Jen, Eric and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I loved working with you and your Dad in Arlington.
June 20, 2013
In his personal relationships Bill was always kind, gentle, and happy. In his work relationships Bill was competent and thorough.. I'm sure he lived his retirement to the fullest. Rest in peace my friend you did yourself proud while you were here!
J2 (Hop Bottom, Pa)
Joe Morelli
June 20, 2013
Bill was a memorable classmate and friend to all of us in the DHS class of 1960. May he rest in peace.
Debbie & Prentice White
June 20, 2013
Family,
Bill was a special person to of us all who knew him here at Link. I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Gene Barnes
June 20, 2013
I will always cherish the memories of the many months on the road with Bill. He was always doing things for everyone else and never for himself. I will miss him.My thought and prayers are with his family.
Dana Smith
June 20, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
June 20, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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