William Hales

William Neldon Hales   William Neldon Hales, a loving husband, father, and grandfather returned to his Father In Heaven peacefully on Wednesday September 28, 2016. Two months and 5 days after the passing of the love of his life, Louise (his right arm). They were married for 66 years in this mortal life. Bill was loved by many and will be greatly missed. He was born in the family home in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Wilford and Dora Hales on February 20, 1926. He was one of eleven children. He was a Veteran of World War II and served in the South Pacific on the USS Rushmore. He met Louise during the pioneer days parade in Provo. They were married for time and eternity in the Salt Lake City Temple on May 29, 1950. Bill and Louise had 2 children, Susan Cessna and William (Bill) N. Hales II. Bill worked at the Tooele Army Depot as an Inspector until his retirement. He loved doing woodworking, camping and being with his family. He is survived by his 2 children, Susan (Curtis) Cessna and William (JoNell) Hales II, 3 grandchildren, Steven (Angela) VanVleet, Russel (Kim) VanVleet and Michaela Hales, four step-grandchildren, Sherri Buchanan, DeeDee (Ben) Ussery, Jesse Cessna, and Taylor Jacobson, 12 great grandchildren and 8 great, great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise, his parents and 10 brother and sisters. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 1st, 2:00 PM at the Tooele 11th Ward, 180 S, Coleman Street, followed by interment at the Tooele City Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral.

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