GILMANTON - Willis E. Hyslop Sr., 70, passed peacefully at his home on the hill in Gilmanton on Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
He was born in Gilmanton Iron Works on September 21, 1946 to Rachel and Donald Hyslop. He joined the Army National Guard in the late 60s and proudly served his country for two tours of duty in Vietnam when his 2nd Battalion 197th Field Artillery Unit was activated. He was a machinist by trade.
Bill was predeceased by his parents Rachel Anna (Straw) and Donald Willis Hyslop. He is survived by his children Willis Hyslop, Jr and wife Holly, Rebecca Langlitz and husband Bruce, Donna Furlong and husband Kevin. He also leaves grandchildren Nicholas and Rachel Langlitz, Aidan and Jack Hyslop, and Brooke, Aria, and Kieran Furlong.
Per Bill’s wishes there will be no calling hours.
Private graveside services with military honors will be held at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.