William J. Siefers, 84, died Monday, November 2, 2026. Born in Cumberland, MD to Charles and Ruth Siefers, he had been a Hampton resident since 1977. He was an active member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church until his health began to fail. He served his country in the US Air Force during the Vietnam war. Mr. Siefers retired from the Newport News Shipyard in 2005 after 28 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking and was an avid sports fan, especially enjoying the Minnesota Twins and Vikings.

Preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Mildred “Mitzi” Siefers; survivors include his son, Billy Siefers and his wife, Becky; his daughter, Cathy Deberry and her husband, Jef; two brothers, Paul Siefers and his wife, Bonnie, and Bobby Siefers; and two grandchildren, Drew and Salem Deberry.

A memorial service with Air Force honors will be conducted at noon on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Restoration Church Hampton, 508 Fox Hill Road. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to Saber Hampton Health and Rehab, 2230 Executive Drive, Hampton, VA 23666.