William Louis Hayward

at his home in San Jose, California. 

Bill was born on November 27, 1946, in Oakland, CA to Nancy and Chester Hayward.

He would go on to live most of his life in San Jose graduating from Willow Glen High School

(1964) and San Jose State University (1969), where he earned a degree in finance. While in

college, he would join the National Guard and serve his country proudly. 

Bill married Donna Willis June 5, 1976 in Hamilton, Texas. The following year they

moved to California and had two children: William Jr. (Bill) and Donald (Don). 

He would spend the greater part of his life in the financial world. For over 20 years he

worked for Seagate Technology, ultimately as a Senior Director of Worldwide Credit. 

Bill was an avid fan of multiple sports teams including the Oakland Raiders, Golden State

Warriors, and San Jose State athletics. One of his greatest loves was his 1953 Mercury

Monterey. Often you would find him working on his cherished car in the garage. He loved

spending time with his family, attending everything he could for his grandkids and working on his

home/garden. 

Bill is survived by his wife, Donna; children Bill (Maria) and Don (Traci); four

grandchildren James (14), John (11), Austin (7), and Aiden (4); and many, many friends.

Bill especially will be remembered for his generous nature, flair for storytelling, and

ability to make friends wherever he went.