It is with sorrow and gratitude that we mark the passing of William J. Troutman of Bradford, PA — sorrow at the loss, gratitude for the life.
Here is the shape of a life remembered with love.
William held deeply to the Baptist faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
Few who serve speak of it freely; those who knew him understood.
William J. Troutman, 62, of Bushnell Street, Bradford, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026 at his residence.
Born on June 14, 1963, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Brooks Troutman and Rebecca Keys-Foster. He was a 1981 graduate from Bradford High School.
After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy on May 10, 1982. During his service he earned Service Deployment Ribbon, and a Good Conduct Medal, before being honorably discharged on May 9, 1988.
Bill was employed as a printer at the Bradford Era, he then started employment at USA Trucking as a truck driver.
He enjoyed riding motorcycles throughout his life.
Surviving is his half brother, Charlie (Molly) Isaman, of Bradford, step-sister, Angela (Brent) Foster-Burgess, Huntington, WV, three step brothers, Matt Byerly, of Wilston, ND, Michael Byerly, of Wilston, ND, Mark Byerly, of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend graveside services at 1:00 pm on Friday May 8, 2026, at McKean Memorial Park Cemetery. Rev. Max Simms Pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church, followed by Military Honors by the United States Navy and the Honor Guard of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donors choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home
33 South Avenue Bradford, PA 16701
