IN LOVING MEMORY OF

William Francis

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Hebert

Jan 11, 1947 — Aug 11, 2026

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August
20

Thursday

Brown & Powers Funeral Home

101 West Avenue, Angelica, NY 14709

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

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William F. Hebert, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer and kidney failure. Born on January 11, 1947, in North Tonawanda, New York, Bill was a man whose life was marked by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering spirit. Son of Clarence and Eleanor Hebert, Bill was predeceased by his parents, his brother Charles "Butch" Hebert, and his sister Nancy Manchester.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Susan, his sister Judy Riley, brother Mark (Diana) Hebert, Butch's wife Teen, his two children, William D. and Lauri, both residing in Virginia, six granddaughters, one great-grandson and several nieces and nephews. Bill married Susan Ralyea on August 29, 1992, in Wellsville, NY, and together they built a life full of love and shared memories. His career saw him working in maintenance and as a machine operator at Hallmark Plastics in Tonawanda, before concluding his professional journey as a mechanic at D&D Motors in Houston, Texas. A man of diverse interests, Bill was an avid bowler and had a passion for boat racing and all things mechanical. He found joy in collecting ceramic eagles and spent countless cherished hours playing cards and board games with his family and friends.

Known for his generous spirit, Bill was always the first to offer help to anyone in need, particularly when it came to mechanical issues. A celebration of Bill's life will be held from 5PM to 7PM on August 20, 2026, at the Brown and Powers Funeral Home on West Avenue in Angelica, New York. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at University of Rochester oncology and nephrology in Wellsville and Rochester for their exceptional care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to Sully and the Ladies in Pink at 9605 Nunda-Dalton Road, Dalton, NY 14836. Though he has left this world, Bill's legacy of kindness, laughter, and love will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.

Funeral arrangements are with the Brown & Powers Funeral Home in Angelica.

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