William Jarvis

William Allen “Bill” Jarvis, 84, passed away peacefully at his home on June 19th, 2026.

Born and raised in Huntington, West Virginia, Bill spent the last twenty-plus years making his home in Williamsburg, West Virginia. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, service to others, and love for his family.

Bill was a graduate of Huntington High School, class of 1960. Bill was employed in heating and air conditioning maintenance at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, where he faithfully served for many years. He was also deeply committed to his community as Captain of the Williamsburg Volunteer Fire Department, Hospice Care Volunteer, and was a faithful member of Clifton Presbyterian Church. 

Bill shared 64 years of marriage with the love of his life, Litz Jarvis. Together they built a family that was his greatest joy.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Anne Jarvis Collins; his son, William Allen Jarvis; and his granddaughter, Natalie Wade.

Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife, Litz Jarvis; his daughter, Amy Jarvis Wade; Son-in-law William “Bill” Collins (Lisa); grandchildren Ashley Wade Hanna (Isaiah), Travis Jarvis, Holly Jarvis, Catherine Wade Bowyer (Justice), William Allen Jarvis III, William Carlos Collins, and Layla Jarvis; and great-grandchildren Zachary Hanna, Paisley Hanna, Ezekiel Hanna, Julian Bowyer, and Marguerite Hanna, along with many extended family members and friends.

In keeping with Bill’s wishes, he generously donated his body to the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, WV, in the hope that future generations of physicians might learn and serve others through his gift.

A memorial service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Peyton Hospice House, 1265 Maplewood Avenue, Lewisburg, West Virginia 24901, whose ministry and care mean so much to the family.

Though he will be greatly missed, Bill’s family finds comfort in the memories they shared and in the legacy of love, service, and faith that he leaves behind.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” –Matthew 25:23