William L. Christy

January 4, 1951 - July 12, 2016

William L. Christy, 65, of Butler, PA, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at his residence. He was born January 4, 1951 in Butler Co., PA, the son of the late Raymond Albert Christy and Grace (Thompson) Christy. William was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved to go camping. He had worked for Cooper Energies, drove truck for Tesones and owned his own landscaping business with his niece, B.J. and nephews Austin and Willie. Surviving are 2 sisters, Janet Christy of Butler and Mrs. Kenneth (Mary McCulloch) Schwarez of Beaver Falls; a brother, Raymond Christy Jr. of New Brighton; 3 nieces that were his caregivers, B.J. Wickline, Barb Reese and Carla Wagner all of Butler; 2 great nephews, Austin Wickline and Willie Kradel both of Butler. He was preceded in death by his brother, 2 sisters, nephew, 2 great nephews, and a great niece. Friends will be received at St. John's Reformed Church, 493 Evans City Rd., Butler 16001 on Monday, July 18, 2016 from 6PM until the time of the service at 6:30PM. Private interment in the West Sunbury Union Cemetery.