William David Lovelace Jr.

Born on September 14, 1943, William lived a life centered around faith, family, kindness, and service to others. He was a thoughtful man and a devoted man of God whose wisdom, guidance, and example touched the lives of many.

William David enlisted in the Army at the age of 17 years old where he obtained his GED. Over 11 years of service; a proud veteran, William David achieved rank in the U.S. Army as a Chief Warrant Officer while receiving many awards and medals. While in the Army he also was a Tugboat Captain, of which after retirement he continued as a Captain during his civilian life for over 30 years.

William found joy in the things he loved most. He enjoyed cooking, reading and was an avid Alabama football/ Women’s basketball fan. He was also a true animal lover and had a special tenderness for the animals in his life.

Preceded in death by his parents, William David Lovelace Sr. and Mary Margaret Bosarge, his brother, Paul Lovelace, his daughter, Jane Clarke and his grandson, David Lovelace.

William is survived by his sisters, Yvonne Croger, Sharon Myers (Earle), his daughter, Lisa Latham (Eddie), his son, Joe Lovelace, his step sons, Alvin Weaver (Thao), Billy Weaver, his grandchildren, Shay Adair (Jason), McKayla Smitherman (Brice), David Latham (Laryssa), Taylor Clarke, Patricia Neece, Joe David Lovelace, Shawn Lovelace, Madison Lovelace, Jena Lovelace, Jonathan Lovelace, Zachary Hysell and Elexis Hysell, his great grandchildren, Zander Adair, Jett Adair, Riggs Smitherman, David Latham, Madison Latham, Grayson Clarke, Peyton Lovelace, Jaxon Lovelace, Karter Lovelace, Hayden Neece, Livia Leigh Lovelace, Emery David Lovelace, Phyllis Delaney Lovelace, Amarii McGhee and Kimberlynn Gay, Serenity Weaver, Hunter Ace Smith, along with many other family members, friends, and loved ones who will forever cherish his memory.

William’s life was a blessing to those who knew him.

Though he will be deeply missed, his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. We are thankful for the years we were given with him and for the countless memories that will remain with us forever.

Pallbearers:

Eddie Latham

Jason Adair

Brice Smitherman

Richard Hopper

Alvin Weaver

Victor Reed

Officiating the service will be Bro. Eddie Rivers.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23