WATERVLIET – William F. Hayes V (Delamater), 55, of Watervliet, entered into rest on December 16, 2022, following a long illness. The son of Donald W. and Marygrace (Sciacco) Delamater, William was born on October 15, 1967, in Troy, New York. He was raised in Watervliet and was a lifelong resident. Bill graduated from Watervliet High School, class of 1986. Following high school, Bill enlisted in the US Navy where he served from 1986 until 1989. He was formerly employed by Samaritan Hospital as their boiler room maintenance manager for 15 years up until his illness. Bill will be warmly remembered for his love of snowboarding, camping, and rebuilding computers. But most of all, he cherished the time he spent with his family especially his brothers and sisters, great niece, and nephews. He was a devoted uncle and a friend to all who will be sorely missed. Beloved son of Donald W. Delamater and Marygrace (Sciacco) Delamater of Watervliet. Dearest brother of: Joanne (Delamater) Moore and her husband Michael of Watervliet, Robin Delamater of Watervliet, Daniel Hayes (Delamater) of Watervliet, Leah (Delamater) Coole and her husband Bruce of Johnson City. Cherished uncle of four nephews whom Bill was very close to: Donald (Jessica) Delamater, Aaron Delamater, William (Toni) Moore and Michael Moore. Bill was the great uncle of Elizabella Moore. He is also survived by his dear aunt Jean Brooks of Troy, whom he was especially close to. Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Cremation has taken place through the care of Simple Choices, Inc. Relatives and Friends are invited to share in fellowship and celebrate Bill’s wonderful life from 3-7 PM on Wednesday, December 21 at the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), located at: 1021 9th Ave, Watervliet, NY 12189. In lieu of flowers the Delamater Family has requested donations in memory of William F. Hayes V (Delamater) be directed to: The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513 (www.v.org) Fond Memories and Expressions of Sympathy may be shared with the Delamater Family, online at: SimpleChoicesCremation.com