William H. Hale

William Herbert Hale, age 97 of Miami Township, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Oak Creek Terrace, Kettering. He was born April 10, 1921 in Copper Hill, Virginia to the late William and Myrtle (DeWeese) Hale.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Erma Dene Hale; a dear companion of 20 years, Jetty Holthaus and siblings, Irene Collier, Margie Swope and Robert Hale.

He is survived by his sons, Bill (Linda) Hale and H. Brent Hale; grandchildren, Jason (Karrie) Hale and Kyle (Brooke) Hale; great grandchildren, Adeline, June and Quinn; siblings, Nadine (Maurice) Slusher and Tommy (Janie) Hale and in-laws, Geneva (James) Hayman and Georgetta Sergent as well as many extended family members and friends, including the special caregivers at Oak Creek Terrace.

Bill had honorably served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII as a Staff Sergeant. He was a retiree of Air Products as an over-the-road truck driver and belonged to the Teamsters Union Local 836 and 957. Bill enjoyed many past-times including golf, was an avid Reds fan, visits to Florida, long drives, yardwork and gardening. He will always be remembered for his no non-sense way, independence, dry wit and extremely high work ethic.

Family will receive guests from 10:00-11:00 am Monday, March 11, 2019 at Newcomer Funeral Home, Kettering. A service will immediately follow at 11:00 am. Procession to Miami Valley Memory Gardens, Centerville for burial with military honors will conclude services.