William B. McHargue, 83, of Hanson, KY. passed away at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday May 1, 2010 at Maple Manor Nursing Home in Greenville, KY.

He was born on June 4, 1926 in Henderson, KY. to the late Samuel and Sarah McHargue. He was in the U.S. Army serving during WWII and had the honor of being General Brittingham's chauffeur. He received the Purple Heart and Good Conduct Medal. He retired from CSX Railroad (L&N). He was a 32nd degree Mason, a Shriner and was a part of the Shriner Hospital Staff. He made 100 trips for patients and their families. He was later honored with an award for his 100 trips and for his dedication to the children and their families. He was a Deacon at Eastside Baptist Church in Evansville, IN. He loved to work on cars, was a very good repairman and loved to travel, including several trips abroad.

In addition to his parent's he was preceded in death by three sisters; one brother; and one son-in-law, Joe Bittner.

He is survived by two daughters, Terri (Daniel James) McHargue of Hanson and Sharon Bittner of Carlisle, IA.; three grandchildren, Julia Bittner, Laura Bittner and Evan Bittner.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday May 3, 2010 in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville with Rev. Bobby Sellers officiating. Burial will be in Fairmont Cemetery in Henderson, KY.

Friends may call from 11 a.m until service time Monday at Harris Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church of Madisonville (1900 N. Main St. Madisonville, KY. 42431) and Carlisle Christian Church in Carlisle, IA. (305 Market St. Carlisle, IA. 50047).