November 19, 1958 – June 30, 2018
Born in Topeka, KS
Resided in Lincoln, NE
William “Will” Edward Hewitt
William E. “Will” Hewitt died very unexpectedly on Saturday, June 30, 2018 from an apparent heart attack. He was born in Topeka, Kansas on November 19, 1958, where his father was stationed in the Air Force. The family moved to Lincoln in 1960. He grew up on Sewell Street and Sheridan Blvd. where he enjoyed many neighborhood kids and happy times. Will attended Lincoln public schools and graduated from Southeast in 1977. He retained a large circle of friends thereafter. While at Southeast Will had a sterling career as a linebacker and was one of the co-captains of Southeast’s state champion football team in 1976. The entire team is in the Southeast Athletic Hall of Fame.
Will married Rosemary LeBaron in 1985. They were later divorced, but were the parents of their son, James W. Hewitt ll, born on July 2, 1988. Jim, who is a Special Olympian, was staying with Will the weekend of Will’s death. Will was a loving, compassionate and companionable father.
Will graduated (summa cum laude) from the University of Wisconsin Stout at Menominee in 1987. He subsequently worked as a color printer for Brown Printing in Minnesota, Jacob North and American Signature until it closed and left Lincoln. For the last several years, he was a member of the staff of Ryan Krings at the Country Club of Lincoln.
Will was an avid gardener. His tomatoes, peppers and flowers were impressive. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Above all else, he loved hiking and fishing with Jim in the Glen Haven, Colorado area. The mountains were a magnet for him, and he was never happier than when he was there.
Will is survived by Jim; his parents, James and Marjorie Hewitt, of Lincoln; his sisters, Mary Hewitt and Martha Livingston (Chris), both of Lincoln; and his brother John (Lauren), of Omaha; and five nephews.
Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m. Monday (7-9-18) Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive (40th & Yankee Hill Rd.)
In lieu of flowers the family suggests any memorials be directed to Special Olympics Nebraska.
No visitation/cremation.
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So sorry to hear about Willy. He was a good friend of mine and will be missed. RIP Willy-Son.
RIP Willy-Son. Will was a upper classman we looked up too. Great friend and fun person. Prayers for the family.
Very sad, lots of great memories with Will. Rest in peace my friend!
Scott, thank you for the notice, very sad. Thoughts and prayers to the his family and all of his friends. – Don
I am so sorry to hear about Willie’s passing. He was a great person and friend. He loved sports and was a great athlete. I’ll especially miss our get togethers to watch Frank’s bowl games. RIP Willie. Love and miss you
Very sorry to hear about Will passing away. What a kind and generous man. I was very glad our paths crossed again a few years ago. May he Rest In Peace. Jim
My deepest sympathy to Jimmy and to Willys’ family and friends. He was a special soul and lots of fun. See you on the other side.
RIP.
So sad to hear about Will. I will miss talking to him. He loved hunting at our farm and in the old days bring Jimmie out and ride atv with my son. Prayers for his Family and Friends. He was a Southeast Knight all the way!!
To the Hewitt family…. I was just told about Willy’s passing. I am so very sorry, and wish I were closer so I could come and see you. Willy was a special person, and I have such great memories growing up next door to you. He had such a sweet relationship with my mom. and she loved him dearly. My heart breaks for you all, and I am wishing you all of the love and peace you can find at this difficult time.
RIP Willy-son. Thanks for the memories!
My deepest condolences to Wills’ family. He was a remarkable person. So smart and full of passion. Like my fellow high school classmates, I of course remember his dashing good looks and is athletic skills. But I also still have a beautifully written letter he sent to me when I was a freshman in high school. My oldest brother had just been killed in a car accident and Will, whom I didn’t actually know very well, sent me a letter about doing my best and moving forward. It had a profound effect on a twerpy 15-year old and more importantly, it speaks volumes to the depth of his character.
Again, my condolences to his son, to his family and to dear Rose.
My heart broke when I heard the news last weekend. I have an abundance of wonderful memories of Will beginning at Sheridan Elementary as a first crush turned lifelong dear friend. Will, so smart and handsome, but more than that a man of character. Will was kind, compassionate, loyal, and loved his family and friends. He was such a good listener and a fine man to the core. I’m so thankful to have had Will in my life’s bank of experiences and memories. Praying for peace and love to surround all of Will’s family and friends. I know we are all cherishing the moments we had with Will. ❤️
Claudia, so we’ll said. Thank you for conveying many of our feelings.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know that this unexpected death of your son is a devastating event. Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
DONNA & OWEN ELMER
Our prayer’s our with family. Will was a very good friend of mine. I will miss climbing and Hunting@Fishing with Will too. Larry T Gilliland
Will was a good team mate and friend. Glad we stayed in touch over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy and the rest of Will’s family.
How devastating to here of the passing of Willy-Son. As a great friend from the days before we started school at Sheridan Elementary to the last time I saw him in Lincoln. He always knew my birthday and was happy we got to see each other. What a loss of a brilliant mind and person.
RIP Willy-Son, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I am saddened by the news of Will’s passing and my thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Will was a kind soul and will be greatly missed. It brings me comfort to know he is at peace now and in a beautiful place.
Thoughts and prayers to the Hewitt family, Will was one of the smartest and toughest guy’s I have ever been around. Great memories from our high school football days, Will was a true Knight. RIP Willy son.
WILLIE. YOU HELPED MY FAMILY SO MUCH WHEN WE NEEDED IT. No words. I hope you find peace & solace. Thank you for Massacre at the Loup and using your 8 mm camera to record my wedding. Godspeed my complex, kind, bad ass friend.
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I extend my deepest condolences following the passing of your beloved brother, son, and father. Praying that God will give you strength and carry you through this time of sadness and mourning. May your memories of Will bring you comfort.
Our sympathy to the Hewitt family. Will was a good friend and high school classmate to our son, Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Such sad news. Prayers to the family.