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William J. Hatfield

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William J. Hatfield obituary, 1960-2022, New Kensington, PA

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William Hatfield Obituary

William J. Hatfield, 62, of New Kensington, passed away at home Monday, Nov. 21, 2022. He was born Aug. 28, 1960, in Kittanning, beloved son of John "Jack" and G. Eileen (McKean) Hatfield. William graduated from Valley High School in 1978, Dickerson College in 1982 and Pitt Law School in 1985. He went on to manage an Asian restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio, for more than 25 years before moving to the Philadelphia area. Friends and family will be received from noon until the time of the funeral service at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, with the Rev. Harold Mele officiating at RJ SLATER IV FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 1000 Freeport Road, New Kensington, 724-335-0100. A private burial service will occur in Lawn Haven Burial Estates in Worthington. www.rjslater.com.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Nov. 23, 2022.

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Kevin Osborne

December 19, 2022

Bill was a dear friend and a unique personality. I am sorry to learn of his passing. I have many fond memories of times spent together.

Josie Yeasted and Family

November 23, 2022

Jack and Eileen.
So sorry to hear of Billy´s passing. We were friends and like family for many years. Our children went to school together and we had many good times. Our deepest sympathy and many blessings for peace. Love The Yeasted family. Josie, Reed and Debbie. Largo, Fl.

martin Thomas

November 23, 2022

I send my sincerest condolences to the family and friends. Billy was a talented person. I remember him as a trombone player, scout and generally all around compassionate friend. He made his parents proud. Peace to you during these difficult times, Martin "Charlie" Thomas

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