William J. Havyer
William J. Havyer, 75, entered into rest Saturday, January 15, 2022, in his residence.
He was born June 3, 1946, in Johnstown, a son of the late Gazza and Helen Buksa Havyer.
William served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War as a beach jumper. He graduated from the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown and worked for the U.S. Park Service as a preservation specialist. He enjoyed roller skating, model trains, word working and was a lifelong member of the American Legion.
He is survived by a son, William Havyer ll (Rachel) of Rochester, Minn.; a daughter Kristie Kopp (Ron) of York, PA.; a daughter, Tracy Smith (Stephen) of Purcellville, Va.; eight grandchildren, Elena, Lydia, William, Naomi, Nathan, Katherine, Michael and Benjamin; a sister, Thelma Billetdeaux of Ohio; and a brother, Bernard Havyer of North Dakota.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Havyer of Johnstown.
The graveside service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 19, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville.
The John W. Keffer Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 902 Mt. Rose Avenue, York, PA 17403, is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 1645 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505.