William R. Slaybaugh

William R. Slaybaugh, age 80 of Bendersville, passed away October 21, 2025 at SpiriTrust Lutheran, Village at Gettysburg. He was born February 12, 1945 in Gettysburg to the late Raymond and Margaret (Lupp) Slaybaugh.

William was a 1963 graduate of Biglerville High School and owner of the Bendersville Garage. He was a life member of Bendersville Fire Company, where he was former chief for 18 years, a life member of the Adams County Fish and Game and also served on Borough Council. Bill enjoyed watching TV and loved hunting and camping. He and Bev traveled and camped for 45 years.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly O. (Orner) Slaybaugh, to whom he celebrated 61 years of marriage last Saturday. He is also survived by his niece, Gwen Piccerillo and nephew, Keith Heyser. He was preceded in death by his sister, Donna Heyser.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 111 S. Main Street Bendersville. A viewing will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 10:00am until time of funeral service at 12:00pm at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 126 Church Street, Bendersville. Rev. Dr. Chris Suehr will officiate the funeral. William will be laid to rest at Bendersville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Bendersville Fire Company, PO Box 254, Bendersville, PA 17306 or St James Lutheran Church c/o Carol Rex, 179 Dug Hill Road, Biglerville, PA 17307. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit DuganFH.com.