William M. Hosking

WILLIAM M. 'BILL' HOSKING

William M. "Bill" Hosking, age 70, of Hidden Hollow Farm, Benton, died early Thursday, December 3, 2009, at his home with his devoted wife, Paula, by his side. Diagnosed with cancer over two years ago, Bill put up an incredible fight, surpassing everyones expectations, although most who knew him were not surprised. He was very matter of fact and extraordinarily hard working, Bill carried on each day as though nothing much had changed in his life.

Born on November 23, 1939 in Denville, N.J., he was a son of the late William W. and Louise E. (Mount) Hosking. He was a 1958 graduate of Boonton High School, Boonton, N.J. and resided in the Benton area since 1974.

Bill was self employed as the owner of Hosking Construction Co.

He served two tours of duty in Vietnam with a U. S. Naval Construction Battalion (CB's) and was honorably discharged in March, 1968

Surviving are his wife, the former Paula Girdler, with whom he celebrated his 44th wedding anniversary on October 16, 2009; a daughter, Christine, Pensacola, Fla.; two sisters: Barbara Farver and Joyce Hosking, both of New Jersey; and a brother, Thomas "Tom" Hosking, Fla..

He was preceded in death by a son, William Lloyd Hosking on December 13, 2003. May they now be joined in peace.

As per Bill's wishes, there will not be any formal service. Instead, he requested that people call at Hidden Hollow Farm to pay their respects. Please join the family and friends for an informal gathering honoring him on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 2:30 to 5:30 p. m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701 or to the Northern Columbia County Cultuural Center, P. O. Box 305, Benton, PA 17814.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Dean W. Kriner, Inc., Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Benton.