William Downs

December 17, 1943 - February 16, 2021

William Downs, Jr., born and raised in Mount Holly, surrounded by his loving family, was called home on February 16, 2021, at the age of 77. William was born on December 17, 1943 in Mount Holly to the late William and Myrtle (nee Gaunt) Downs. He was preceded in death by his brothers Joseph and Robert, Mother and Father-in-law Harry and Ida (nee Matarese) Danley, and brother-in-law Harry Danley. Survived by his childhood sweetheart, loving wife Barbara (Danley); sons William Chuck III (Lynda) and Bradford; Grandchildren William IV (LB) (Samantha), Zachary and Jacob, and great-granddaughters, his pride and joys, Teagan and Adeline. Also survived by his sister-in-law Dolly and (late) Raymond Weeks, Brother-in-law Frank (Barbara), his great nephew Robert Faulkes (Reanna) and many other nephews and nieces. Bill was a proud member of the Mount Holly Fire Department for over 20 years. He served his community as a Lieutenant and Captain of the Relief Fire Company, then later joined the America Fire Company. Bill was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Mount Holly as well as a member of the Elks Lodge #848 for the last eleven years. Bill was very proud to be able to coach both his sons in CYO baseball during the 70’s and also loved playing fast-pitched softball in the Mount Holly League. Besides enjoying being with his grandchildren and great-granddaughters, Bill was an avid fisherman, being alongside his best fishing buddy “Captain Ray” on Ray’s boat “Scuttlebutt.” He also loved the beach for surf fishing and camping with his family. Golfing was another favorite activity alongside his golf buddy Harold Garrison. But most of all, he loved taking long drives and bus trip tours with his loving life partner and wife, Barbara. He loved his Philadelphia Sports Teams, but also favored the Yankees and the 49ers. Bill worked for Burlington Army Ammunition Plant, later to become a career truck driver working for Southland, where he received many driver’s awards. Later in life, he finished his driving career working for Miller Ford. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, from 11 AM – 1 PM, with a service at 1 PM, at the Perinchief Chapels, 438 High St., Mount Holly. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Hainesport. Face coverings must be worn and social distance guidelines followed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name, to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Take a few minutes to watch Bill's tribute video here: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/4GCFL2MPG8SZT2YF