CSM (ret.) William C. Hatton, 94, of Copperas Cove, Texas passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones in the early morning of Thursday, June 6, 2019. A visitation is scheduled for 10-12 PM June 14, 2019 at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, Copperas Cove. Followed at 2:00 pm burial with full military honors at the Copperas Cove City Cemetery immediately after the service. William was born on June 23, 1924 in Richmond, Kentucky, and he was the Second of three children born to Leonard and Martha Allender Hatton. He was raised with a strong Christian upbringing. In 1943, he entered military service and proudly served his country for 30 years, serving in both WW2 and the Korean Conflict. William retired from military service in 1973 at the rank of Command Sergeant Major. Upon his retirement, William was employed by Central Texas College and pursued his education graduating with a Masters Degree in the field of Psychology. William retired from Central Texas College in 1989. Upon completion of his degree, he taught college classes at Gatesville State Prison. William was also a 32nd degree Scottish rite mason. He enjoyed spending time at his farm, seeing his grandchildren, and traveling with the love of his life.
William was preceded in Death by his Father and Mother, Son: Leonard Michael Hatton, Sister: Virginia (Hatton) Harrison, Brother: Kenneth Allender Hatton, and Grandson: Christopher Michael Hatton.
William will for forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. He is survived by the love of his life of 73 years Elsa Hatton, children, Jana Wall, her husband Tommy, William F. Hatton, his wife Judy, many grandchildren, great-grand-children, nieces and nephews.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordbowerscopperascove.com for the Hatton Family.
Crawford-Bowers, Copperas Cove have been entrusted with the services of Mr. William C. Hatton.
