William J. Oliphant, Jr, 81 of New Middletown, 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 nephews. 

William was preceded in death by his sister Patricia Gray. 

Family and Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. Tuesday July 11, 2023 at the Fox Funeral Home, with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 P.M.

Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery

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

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

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