William Hethcote Sr.

July 24, 1940 - May 16, 2012

William J. Hethcote Sr. age 71 years of National Park died Wednesday May 16, 2012 in his home surrounded by his family. Mr. Hethcote was born and raised in Paulsboro and moved to National Park in 1974. He was a veteran serving in the United States Marine Corps and he retired after 42 years of service as a boilermaker with Boilermaker’s Local #13, Philadelphia. Mr. Hethcote was an avid Phillies fan and enjoyed his coffee. He is survived by his children, Keith and Phyllis Padgett of Mickleton, Bill Jr. and Donna Hethcote of Williamstown, Sean Hethcote of National Park; his granddaughters, Lisa Padgett, Lori and Dom Melchiore; his grandson, Nick Abrams; his sisters, Barbara Hethcote, Marion and Lou Vittulo, both of Paulsboro and Joan Hethcote of Gibbstown. Mr. Hethcote was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lorraine Hethcote. Services will be private. Arrangements by McBride - Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. Contributions can be made in his memory to Heartland Hospice, 800 Jessup Rd., Suite 807, West Deptford, NJ 08086. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.