William Bill Bernard Zaichkowski

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Saturday, March 27th, 2010 after a brief illness at the age of 50. Best friend and soul mate of Joan. Loving father of Shane (Melissa) and Marissa (Michael) and step father of John. Bill will be fondly missed by Wendy, best friend John and uncle Ronald (Lucy). Beloved brother of Cheryl (Larry), Donna (Jay), Terry (Mike) and Johnny. Cherished Grandpa of Alexander. He was an adored uncle of Eli, Ryan, Kyle and Tyler and will also be missed by his four legged friends Tootles and Shadow. Those who knew Bill will remember him for his great sense of humour and his love of the race track. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, March 31st from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, April 1st at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted for the Durham Regional Cancer Centre or a charity of your choice. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Health Care Providers Joan and Joanie for all of their care and compassion.

“… and they’re off!”