Bill F Hoit

Services for Bill Fisk Hoit will be 11:00 am Thursday, March 13, 2014 at Lamar Baptist Church, 1000 W. Larmar Blvd, Arlington. Pastor Kevin Moore will officiate. Burial will follow at Moore Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday (today) 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the church.

Dr. Hoit went to be with his Lord, Friday, March 7.

Dr. Hoit was born in Mt. Vernon, Illinois on March 29th, 1925. In World War II, December 1943, he joined the U.S. Navy, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade. With his specialty, as a Naval Intelligence Officer, Bill transferred into the Naval Reserve in June of 1946, and continued his service until 1950. In August of 1947 he married is wife, Ann, who after 60 years preceded him into heaven.

Dr. Hoit joined the Mathematics Department of the University of Texas, Arlington, teaching through 1985. He and Ann operated a highly successful Real Estate organization until their final years. Notably, they were active in the church life of Arlington, assisting in the establishment of churches, including Lamar Baptist and Northwest Baptist Churches.

Bill was also actively involved in government interests, making his presence known even in Washington circles. However, he is best known for his concern for people, particularly the less fortunate. His generosity is legendary among his fellow church friends and others around the community. Many young college students were encouraged and assisted to reach their educational goals, because of quiet contributions and support from ‘Dr.Bill.’ His generosity also extended to universities, such as Baylor, Dallas Baptist, and others.

Dr. Hoit departed to join his beloved wife, Ann on Friday, March 7th. He is survived by his Brother-in-Law, Herman Gilliam and wife, Quata, Nephews Mike Gilliam and spouse Debra of Texarkana, TX, Aaron Gilliam of Austin, AR, and Andrew Gilliam of Texarkana, TX, as well as Grand Nephew Chris Gilliam and Spouse Lynn of Bedford, TX.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to Northwest Baptist Church, 1003 Oakwood Lane, Arlington, TX 76012 or Larmar Baptist Church, 1000 West Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76012.