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William Waters

1947 - 2026

BORN

1947

DIED

2026

FUNERAL HOME

Endswell Funeral Home - Hillsborough

407 Meadowlands Dr.

Hillsborough, North Carolina

William Waters Obituary

William Davis Waters finished the living history of his life on January 2, 2026 before departing for a new chapter of eternal life in heaven. Despite multiple medical issues, including kidney disease for the last 15 years, he never gave up his slow sweet smile, attention to detail, or a genuine "thank you" for every kindness. To view the full obituary, please visit endswellfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News & Observer from Jan. 6 to Jan. 8, 2026.

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Memorial Events
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Jan

11

Visitation

2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Hillsborough United Methodist Church

501 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Jan

11

Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m.

Hillsborough United Methodist Church

501 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Endswell Funeral Home - Hillsborough

407 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough, NC 27278

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