Obituary of William J Havington

William J. "Bill" Havington, 58, of Cortland passed away suddenly February 1, 2015. He was born February 18, 1956 in Cortland. Bill was raised and educated in Cortland. He served with the U.S. Navy during the early 1970's. Bill lived in Colorado for several years before returning to Cortland. Bill enjoyed electronics, especially computers, along with traveling back to Colorado whenever he could. He was a free spirit and a nonconformist who lived life his way. Bill enjoyed helping others whenever and however he could. His gentle spirit, loving nature, family oriented attitude will be missed and cherished by his family and friends he left behind. Bill is survived by his parents Charles and Gloria Havington, his sister Joan (Mike) Call, his brother Brad (Franny) Havington, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A calling hour will be held Friday 10-11 am with a funeral service to begin 11 am at Wright-Beard Funeral Home Inc., 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland NY, 13045 with Fr. Paul Alciati presiding. Burial will follow at the St. Mary's Cemetery. To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com