William Jacob Hanna,72, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away at his home December 23, 2019.
Services will be private.
William was born February 2, 1947 in New York to the late John and Grace Hanna.
Surviving are his loving companion of 31 years, Darnice Bailey of Strasburg: two sons, Malcolm Bailey of Woodstock, and Richard Simpson of Front Royal; 12 grandchildren, Jasmine Simpson who was his world, Ebony Bailey who was “His Princess”, and Vincent Bailey “V-Diddy” The Man; two great grandchildren; best friend who was like a brother, David Talmas of Boston, Massachusetts, sister-friend Sandy Flynn of Linden, Virginia, as well as three special friends, Peanut Bailey, Teresa Bailey, and James Head.

Our condolences go out to the family.
My deepest condolences to my friend Darniece Bailey and the family.
Bill was a good man. I’ll always remember him for his act of kindness for being the best man at my wedding. May he rest in peace.