William Newton Tench, 98, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was born on February 9, 1928, in BlueJay, West Virginia, to the late William Newton and Nellie Tench, and later made his home in Altoona, Florida. In 1954, William moved to Florida from BlueJay, West Virginia, beginning a new chapter marked by steady purpose and devotion to the life he built there. William worked as a Missile Technician in the Aerospace Industry, a role that reflected a disciplined mind and a commitment to careful, exacting work. He is survived by his 2nd Cousin, Trela Pierce. A man of faith, William was Baptist, and this foundation remained an important part of his life. He and his late wife will be laid to rest at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Beckley, West Virginia.
