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William J. Oliphant Jr. 1941-2023

NEW MIDDLETOWN — William J. Oliphant Jr., 81, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, July 6, 2023.

William was born July 11, 1941, in Youngstown, a son of William and Rita Moran Oliphant.

He attended South High School and worked at the General Motors assembly plant in Lordstown for 30 years.

William was a member of St. Luke Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and taking care of his family.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his nephews, Gary Gray, Marty Gray and Ken Gray; niece, Theresa Jones; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

William was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Gray.

Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m., with a funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at the Fox Funeral Home.

Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery

Material tributes can be made, in William’s memory, to Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to leave condolences for the family.

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