William Auchus Jr., 86

William Auchus Jr., 86, of Troy, passed away peacefully on Jan. 12, 2020, after a massive stroke. He was born Dec. 9, 1933, in Plymouth, Pa., to the late William Sr. and Dorothy Auchus.

Bill was an independent truck driver and owner of Cousin Bill’s Tavern in Kunkle, Pa. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the American Legion. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but his true love was singing and playing country music on his guitar.

He was preceded in death by his eldest son Joseph Auchus.

Survivors include a sister, Dolly Cmiech of Brooksville, Fla.; brother, Larry Auchus of Shickshinny, Pa.; daughters, Sylvia Wesley (Larry) of Shavertown, Pa., and Donna Harrison (Russell) of Brooksville, Fla.; and son Douglas Auchus (Barbara) of Lake Alfred, Fla. He also is survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

There will be no formal services. Arrangements are by the Schnackenberg Funeral home in Libby. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.schnackenbergfh.com.