Kist, William Arthur, passed away in his Torrance home peacefully on June 14, 2011. Bill was a retired Gardena police officer of 35 years and was an outstanding contributor to his community through various community programs. He is survived by his wife Barbara, sons Jeff, Jason and daughter Adrian Kist and sister Molly Yanko. The Memorial Mass will be Friday, June 17, 2011, 10:00 A.M. at St. Anthony Padua Church in Gardena. Inurnment will be private.