William Richard Gardzalla

William Richard Gardzalla, (Bill) of Nottingham MD, passed away on January 20, 2021. He was the beloved husband of 74 years to Helen B. Gardzalla (nee Bellas). Born in Larksville, PA, 96 years ago to William and Mary Gardzalla. Bill graduated from Larksville High School in 1944, then served in the US Navy in World War II. Upon moving to Maryland, he worked for Bethlehem Steel for 38 years. He became involved in Fr. Burgraff Co. # 6021, Knights of Columbus, where he was a 50 year member. He is survived by his wife, Helen, daughter, Alice Shape and husband Bob, and grandson, Todd Dousa.

A memorial gathering will be held at Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc., 9705 Belair Rd., Nottingham MD 21236, on Wednesday, 10:30-11:00 a.m., with a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Maryland School for the Blind, 3501 Taylor Ave., Baltimore MD 21236, or The Baltimore Humane Society, 1601 Nicodemus Rd., Reisterstown MD 21136.