William L. Poland, Sr.
William L. Poland, Sr., 85, of Washington, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, in his home with his family by his side.
He was born July 25, 1937, in Washington, to the late Webb and Betty Poland.
Mr. Poland was a veteran of the US Navy.
Bill loved to hunt, fish, bowl, pitch horseshoes and listen to Bluegrass music, and was famous for his turtle fries.
He was retired from Columbia Gas, where he was a heavy equipment operator and heavy duty truck driver.
Bill is survived by his wife, Gayle Poland; four children: Rick Poland of Washington, William Poland, Jr. (Lori) of Washington, Becky Burgh (Ed) of Washington and Lynn Hughes (James) of South Carolina; three sisters, Donna Eastham, Bonnie Briggs and Pam Thomas; a brother, Dan Poland; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandson, Robert Burgh.
The family suggests casual attire, camo and blue jeans.
Family and friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington.
A service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 6th, followed by burial in North Buffalo Church Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post 175.
An online guest book is available at www.NealFuneralHome.com