William E. Pyburn

William E. Pyburn obituary

William E. Pyburn

William Pyburn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Struve and Laporte Funeral Chapel on Aug. 13, 2025.

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William E. Pyburn Born March 20, 1940, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on August 13, 2025.

Bill worked at local container company as a factory supervisor for 25 years. He grew up in the San Benancio area and lived there until his death. He was known as the "Hay Man". Everyone knew his classic yellow/white truck that he used to pick-up and deliver hay. Bill loved classic cars and owned many over the years. He also enjoyed fishing on his boat in Monterey Bay and boating trips to Lake San Antonio, watching and attending car races.

He is survived by his loving wife Mary Lou, of 65 years, two daughters, Sheryl Gaebelein and Shelie Arnwine (Dennis), and three grandchildren and one great-grand child.

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