William Hoyt Woodard, 81, of Candler, died Monday, August 31, 2020 at CarePartners Solace Center.
A native of Macon County, he was a son of the late William and Nina Brooks Woodard. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Guyer as well as three brothers, Cleve, Joe and Jack Woodard.
A United States Army veteran, Hoyt was the owner and operator of Asheville Powertrain for 36 years as well as owner and operator of Hayes & Hopson Auto Supply for 14 years. He served on several boards and committees to include the Automotive Aftermarket Association of the Mid-South and Power Heavy Duty of America.
Hoyt is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Garnetta Vanhook Woodard; two sons, William Hoyt Woodard, Jr. (Stephanie) of Asheville and Barry Earl Woodard (Susan) of Cary, NC; three grandchildren, Savannah, Meredith and Will Woodard as well as several nieces and nephews.
A public Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Riverview Methodist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Hoyt's family asks that you consider making a contribution in his memory to Riverview Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Clara Wiggins, 408 West Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110.
Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneralhome.com.