William Hoyle Obituary in Gastonia at Gregory Funeral Service

Obituary For William Hoyle

William "Glenn" Hoyle entered into eternal rest peacefully at his home on Monday, May 17, 2021. He was the son of William Renix Hoyle and Ruth Hudson Hoyle. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather (affectionately known as Papi).

He honorably served his country as a member of the 25th Infantry Division as a Parachute Rigger during his time in the Vietnam War and received a Bronze Star.

After serving in the military, he begun a career as a truck driver that lasted over forty years. Driving an eighteen wheeler or riding his Harley Davidson, the open road was freeing to him. He always had a smile on his face and everyone that knew him, knew that he had a joke on his lips.

He's preceded in death by his father, William Renix Hoyle, mother, Ruth Hudson Hoyle, sister, Torrience L. Love, and brother, Bill Martin Jr.

Left to cherish his precious memories, his wife, Julia M Hoyle of the home, son, William Travis Hoyle of Gilbert, Arizona, grandson, Zion Kappa Hoyle, Gilbert, Arizona, two sisters, Florence Manual, Dallas, NC, Johnnie M Hoyle, Dallas, NC, One brother, Clarence Jerome Hoyle (Ada), Dallas, NC, Five sister-in-laws, Anna P. Myers (Philip), Charlotte, NC, Cynthia M. Littlejohn, Charlotte, NC, Mary E. Woods, Gastonia, NC, Andrea Ledbetter, Clover, SC, two brother-in-laws, Ernest J. McBeth (Tesha), Asheville, NC, Haywood J. McBeth, Charlotte NC. A host of nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. A special friend and cousin, Victor Hoyle.

Viewing at the funeral home on Thursday; May 20, 2021 from 4 until 6

A private funeral will be held for the family.

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Wow, I hate I just had to find out like this, and I hate I didn't get to attend services for Glenn. We travelled a lot of miles together in them ol trucks. The hours we spent on the phone or meet in the same area to have lunch. He become like a dad to me. I'm gonna miss you Glenn. Thank you for all the talks and laughs and advice you gave me. I will forever cherish the time and the memories. I send my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family. He really loved and cherished you all.
Chad M aka Country

Mrs. Julia I am truly sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Julia sorry for your lost To u & the entire Hoyle family. u R in my prayers Cousin & Friend Iantha Means Downer

Glen was always humble and had a beautiful smile. I saw him in church one Sunday he knew me right off hugged and embraced me. We hadn't seen each in years. I came home smiling I had seen Peter Rabbit! My prayers are with you Julia and Family🙏PP

Just know he is in a better place now ,resting in the arms of Jesus

TO JULIA & FAMILY....ALWAYS REMEMBER GOD IMPLANTS "STRGGLES" IN OUR LIFE, BUT, HE GIVES US "COMFORT" TO OVERCOME THE STRUGGLES OF LIFE....My Condolences to you & your family....Dr. Ivory(Jody)Smith,PhD/DVM

Julia, please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Glenn. You will continually be in my thoughts and prayers. Colette Hill

Julia & Travis & family: James and I am so sorry for your loss, and we pray for peace for you all. James & Sherry McClure

Julia and Family, May your memories live forever and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. May God strengthen you in the days to come, Lisa Michelle Simpson.

God has called you home Glenn the ones you leave behind will truly miss you. May God keep Julia and Travis and perfect peace. Florence and Clarence may your love for your brother be the strength to carry you through this time of sorrow. I love each one of you and my sympathy is beyond measure.

Rest in Heaven Mr.Hoyle you be truly missed.

Glenn was like a brother to me. He was always in a good mood and had a beautiful smile. He had a loving heart and always made you feel at home. He will definitely be missed. We'll meet again one day.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC