William H. Hudspith

William "Bill"  H. Hudspith, 84,of Bradford, passed away peacefully, Monday, February 25, 2019, at the Bradford Manor, with his loving wife beside him. 

Born on May 27, 1934 in Charleroi, a son of the late William Hudspith and Marie (Clement) Hudspith Baker.

Bill married his loving wife Sandra D. (Everly) Hudspith on February 22, 1994 in Manassas, VA,  who survives. They have lived in many places and made wonderful friends throughout the years.  

He was a 1952 graduate of Charleroi High School and attended El Camino College in California when he returned from Korea. 

Bill enjoyed fishing and hunting, playing euchre, watching sports, especially the Steelers, and spending every minute that he could with his family and friends. He was a people person, loved by everyone. His greatest joy was his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He served in the United States Marine Corps for many years, was a Life member of the VFW 6771, American Legion Post 0574 in Mt. Jewett, The Marine Corps League, and MonValley Leathernecks.

After serving in the Marine Corps, he later served as a Pennsylvania State Fire Marshall in Warren for over ten years.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy, two daughters, Debra (John) Blozik, of Thorsby, AL, Cheryl (Stephen) Stache, of Exeter Township,  his former wife, Shirley Hudspith, four grandchildren, Dr. Thomas (Devin) Stasicha, of Katy, TX, Jeffrey Stasicha, of North Charleroi, Dr. Steven (Daniella) Stache II, of Wynnewood, Dr. Cassandra (Robert) Rajczy, of Conshohocken, seven great -grandchildren, four stepchildren, Cheri Campbell, of Lorain, OH, Mark (Beth) Campbell, of Walkertown, NC, Christine (William) Parslow, of Bradford, and Brian Berlin, of Bradford, four step grandchildren, five step great grandchildren.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and one son Albert Hudspith. 

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 11 AM at the Mount Jewett American Legion Post 0574, with Rev. Matthew McDonald and Pastor Rick Price officiating and military honors conducted by the American Legion Post 0574. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to McKean County SPCA or charity of donor's choice.


Online condolences can be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

TAMMY & I SEND OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHIES TO CHERYL & HER FAMILY . OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.....
— MICHAEL FENDYA

For the family of William H. Hudspith, my heart and prayers are with you.
— Linda Platko

So sorry for the loss of such a great man. Very glad to have got to meet him. He will be deeply missed. Glad to have gotten to be part of his life at the end. He made me realize how much I love my job being a nurse.
— Christine Keane

So sorry, Sandy. Bill was a good man, a good Marine and a Good friend to all who knew him. I miss him already...
— ron mcelroy

Bill was loved by many and will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, Sandy.
— Sabrina Miles and Chuck Lee

So Sorry To Hear Of The Loss Of Mr. Bill He Will Be Sadly Missed By All. Bill Touched Many Peoples Lives With The Kindness And Friendship That He Had For Each Person He Met... Thank You Bill For Making Life Better By Just Knowing You... Tell Mike, Josh, And Skippy Hello. Rest Easy My Friend...
— Robert Thompson

Bill, you will be missed by all. Loved listening to your stories. Keep an eye on all of us and have a party in Heaven.
— Julie Graham

sandy and family so sorry for your loss you are in our prayers Bill was a good man and will be missed love Brad and Cathy
— bradley paulson

Sandy and BIll''s Family. He was a man among men, proud to have known and cared for him. Bless all of you.
— Julie E. McCord

So very sorry for your lost! Bill was loved by all who knew him. The first time he met my granddaughter he called her Tinkerbell and that what he continued to call her. Bill you will be missed, thank you for all you did. Fly high and continue to keep watch over us.
— Vicky Robinson & family

I am so sorry for your loss he was a great man and will be missed
— Tara walker

Condolences

  • TAMMY & I SEND OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHIES TO CHERYL & HER FAMILY . OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.....

    — MICHAEL FENDYA
  • For the family of William H. Hudspith, my heart and prayers are with you.

    — Linda Platko
  • So sorry for the loss of such a great man. Very glad to have got to meet him. He will be deeply missed. Glad to have gotten to be part of his life at the end. He made me realize how much I love my job being a nurse.

    — Christine Keane
  • So sorry, Sandy. Bill was a good man, a good Marine and a Good friend to all who knew him. I miss him already...

    — ron mcelroy
  • Bill was loved by many and will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, Sandy.

    — Sabrina Miles and Chuck Lee