William "Bill" Lovelace

William “Bill” Lovelace, age 72, longtime Custer City resident, was born December 29, 1953, in Beatrice, Nebraska, to Pete and Joyce (Roton) Lovelace, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Bill lived a life filled with love, dedication, hard work, and, above all, an unwavering devotion to God and his family. He was a man of strong faith, deep convictions, and a generous heart who believed in treating others with kindness and respect.

He married the love of his life, Pauline Lovelace, and together they shared 38 wonderful years of marriage. Throughout those years, they built a beautiful life centered around their faith, family, and the many cherished memories they made together. Their marriage was a testament to love, commitment, and standing beside one another through life's many seasons.

Bill was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. As a father, he was a constant source of strength, wisdom, and guidance. He took great pride in his children and the lives they built, always wanting the very best for each of them. Becoming a grandfather brought him tremendous happiness, and he treasured every opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Family meant everything to Bill. Whether he was sharing stories, offering advice, lending a helping hand, or simply enjoying time surrounded by those he loved, he made sure his family knew how important they were to him. His love was reflected not only in his words but also in the way he lived his life and cared for others.

Bill believed in the importance of faith, the value of an honest day's work, and the responsibility of treating people with dignity. He was a man who stood firmly by his values and was always willing to offer encouragement or guidance when someone needed it. His kindness, wisdom, and generous spirit left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Although his passing leaves a tremendous emptiness in the hearts of his family and friends, the lessons he taught, the memories he created, and the love he shared will continue to live on through the generations of his family. His legacy is one of faith, family, strength, and unconditional love..

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Pauline Lovelace, of the home; his children, Austin Lovelace and his wife Nicky, Tonya Lovelace, and April Lovelace Hudson and her husband Ethan; his stepchildren, Toni Creswell and her husband John, Trina Covington, wife of the late Frank Covington, and Dana Bassett.

He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Other survivors include his mother, Joyce Lovelace; his sisters, Lisa Lovelace Jones and her husband Danny, and Glenda Lovelace Daniels and her husband Eddie; his brother, Mike Lovelace and his wife Tina; and his very best friend, Monte Shimmer and his wife Sandy, along with many other relatives and dear friends.

A celebration of Bill's life will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Custer City, Oklahoma, on 2:30 PM Wednesday October 21, 2026 officiated by Les Peterson and John Creswell, services are under the direction of the Lee Hometown Funeral Home.

Bill will be remembered as a man who loved God, cherished his family, valued hard work, and made a difference in the lives of those around him. While his earthly journey has come to an end, the love he gave and the example he set will remain with his family forever.

A life well lived, a family deeply loved, and a legacy that will never be forgotten.

Pauline has requested that anyone please come my the house, either before or after the service.