William G. “Billy" Cavanaugh, age 76, died unexpectedly on May 26, 2024, at Good Samaritan Medical Center. He was the devoted husband for 43 years of Deborah (Croker) Cavanaugh. Bill was born and raised in Brockton, the son of the late John F and Florence (Heath) Cavanaugh. He was a resident of Lakeville for the last 32 years.
He was a graduate of Brockton High School, class of 1965. Following graduation, he joined the US Air Force and served in Vietnam with the 366th Security Police Squadron at Danang Air Base. He was extremely proud of his service in Vietnam.
Bill worked in the construction trade in his early life and was the proprietor of Imperial Employment Service. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf and following horse racing. Bill truly loved life and most of all he enjoyed being with family and friends. He was a friend to many and was the first to offer help to anyone in need.
He leaves behind, his brother Paul Cavanaugh of Brockton and his sister Carol Nickerson and her husband Marvin, of Kingston and many beloved nieces & nephews.
At the request of the family, services at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will be private.