

He was born on February 08, 1950, in Hoke County, NC to the late Roy and Betty Conoly.
William graduated from Hoke County High School in 1968. He then pursed a 23-year career in the United States Air Force where he retired as a Chief Msgt. He served five tours of duty overseas as well as the Vietnam War, and Operation Desert Storm. During his career William received multiple Meritorious Medals for his service.
William is survived by his wife Janice Conoly and their daughter, Lynn Conoly Lowery of Southern Pines, North Carolina; his grandchildren, Jackson Jerico Lowery and Alexandra Frances Lowery; his brother, Charles Dean of Highpoint, North Carolina; Roy Conoly of Bearcreek, North Carolina; Don Conoly of Thomasville, North Carolina; and one sister, Jane Mayo of Valrico, Florida; and many neices and nephews that will miss him dearly.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Avenue, Raeford NC, 28376.
William will be laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Wreaths Across America or charity of your choice in his honor.
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