William F. Rovito, age 75, died on Saturday, October 31, 2020, at his Catawissa Township home. He was a resident of his home in Catawissa Township for over 46 years.

Bill was born on Saturday, May 5, 1945 in Shamokin, a son of the late Nicholas and Argentina Rovito. Bill graduated from the Shamokin High School in 1963. He expanded his education by attending St. Peter's Hospital, New Brunswick NJ to study Radiology.

On May 6, 1967, Bill married his loving wife, Nancy (Somerday) Rovito.

For over 35 years, William was employed by Bloomsburg Hospital as an X Ray technician and later became Radiology Manager until his retirement in 2001. He was a member of St. Columba Catholic Parish, where he served as a member of the St. Columba Cub Scout Committee. He was also a past President of Bloomsburg Hospital Medical Explorer Scout Program. He served on numerous committees at the Bloomsburg Hospital during his 35 years of service. He was past President of Catawissa Little League Baseball. Bill enjoyed spending his time wood working and fishing. In his younger years he played the guitar and greatly enjoyed music. He was a fan of Pittsburgh Steelers and Southern Columbia Football. Bill was a faithful attendee of his granddaughters' events. Bill always made people laugh and had a kind word and smile. He always put others first and was willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Some people say he was the life of the party and others say he was the party.

In addition to his parents, William was also preceded by brothers: Duilio and Charles Rovito and sisters Mary and Elizabeth Rovito.

Survivors include his beloved wife Nancy Rovito; two sons: William M. (Lois) Rovito of Catawissa and Christopher N. (Alicia) Rovito of Elysburg; granddaughters: Lauren Rovito, Alexis Rovito, Giana Rovito, and Siena Rovito; and a brother: Adam (Mary Ann) Rovito of Bloomsburg.

A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2020 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at St. Columba Catholic Church, 342 Iron St., Bloomsburg.

A Mass of Christian Burial will begin on Thursday, at 11:00 am at St. Columba Catholic Church with Msgr. Robert E. Lawrence, celebrant. Graveside committal services will immediately follow in New Rosemont Cemetery. The Allen Funeral Home, Inc., 745 Market at Eighth Streets, Bloomsburg is honored to be serving the Rovito family.

Memorial contributions in William's name are suggested to: St. Columba Catholic Parish, 342 Iron St. Bloomsburg, PA 17815 or St. Jude Childrens' Research Hospital 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.