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William Joseph Towe, age 63, of Hickory, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Newton.
William was born December 20, 1961, in Onondaga County, NY, the son of Marion Lagassie Gill and the late David Gill.
William was of the Catholic faith and when he was able to work, he was a machinist. He loved working on electronics, playing the guitar, and when he was able enjoyed working outside.
Including his father, he was preceded in death by: a sister, Paula Towe and a brother, William John Towe.
Including his mother, those left to cherish and honor William’s memories include: his wife, Revonda Self Towe of the home; his daughters, Alicia Towe of the home, Amber Towe (Justin Colley) of Granite Falls, Amanda Towe of the home; his son, Adam Towe of the home; his grandson, Tyler Colley; his sisters, Kelly Cloninger (Mark), Sheryl Briggs (Howard) all of Catawba County; his brother, Randy Towe of Kentucky; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
The funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2025 in the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Dr. James Smith will officiate. Burial will follow in the Catawba Memorial Park Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
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