William Francis Loughran Jr., 65, of Gloucester, died Oct. 3, 2013 at his home.

Billy was a native of New York, retired from New York City Transit, worked as a counselor and lastly was a driver for Bay Transit. He enjoyed traveling, all kinds of cars and meeting people. He loved life, had a heart of gold and would give anyone a helping hand.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby; mother, Rosemary Loughran, and father, William F. Loughran Sr.

He is survived by his companion, Sandra B. Hudgins; brothers, Dennis Loughran, Kevin Loughran and Tommy Loughran; sisters, Patricia Loughran and Rosemary Myers.

A Celebration of Life conducted by Pastor Bob Collins will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 1 p.m. Inurnment will be private.

In Billy’s memory, contributions may be given to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P.O. Box 1130, Gloucester, Va. 23061.