William Hoare, of McDonough, passed away on October 13, 2017. Mr. Hoare retired as a supervisor from Florida Power and Light after 35 years of employment. He loved the ocean and living by the water. A memorial celebration will be held in Florida at a later date. He is survived by his parents, Pat and Rita Hoare; daughters, Nicole Ragsdale (Brian) and Jacki Calleiro (Joseph); son, Mitch Hoare (Julie); sisters, Liz Stanton (John) and Marina Gilmartin (Phil); grandchildren, Gavin Ragsdale, Pinky Ragsdale, and Halo Hoare, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Willie.