Obituary for William 'Bill' A. Putoczki
Putoczki, William ‘Bill’ (1926-2021) –
It is with deep sadness, but with appreciation for many good years and memories, we the Putoczki family announce the peaceful passing of our much-loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, William ‘Bill’ A. Putoczki, on Thursday, October 21st, 2021, at the Maple Manor L.T.C., Tillsonburg, at the age of 95. Born in Hungary, to the late George Putoczki and the late Julia (nee Puskas) Putoczki. Bill will be remembered by many for his various community contributions and countless hours of volunteerism. For some years, alongside his wife Helen they farmed tobacco. Following this, Bill was employed as a welder at a former Tillsonburg tobacco factory. In more recent years, Bill was the head of maintenance between South Ridge Public School, Rolph Street Public School, Annandale High School, and he retired as an employee of Glendale High School. Always giving back to his community, Bill was a charter member of the Courtland Lions Club, a member of Knights of Columbus, Council 11727, Langton, a member of the Courtland Police Commission, and member of Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Langton. Bill was also the caretaker and an active member on the St. Ladislaus Cemetery Board, Courtland, and a longtime Delhi District Hungarian Hall executive member- he also served on the committee entrusted with celebrating 50 years of establishment. In Bill’s spare time, he enjoyed gardening and he was a very able and creative carpenter. For all his contributions, Bill was recognized as Citizen of the Year in Courtland, an award which he was so honoured to have received.
Bill is survived by his wife and best friend of 72 years, Helen C. (nee Matisz) Putoczki, of Tillsonburg. He leaves behind two much loved children and their families: (1) Carol Hasilo, of Tillsonburg and her two children: Lisa (Henry Bouchard), of London and their children Alexa, Zachary; Craig Hasilo (Joelle), of Montreal, Quebec and their children Evelyne and Chloe; (2) William Charles Putoczki (Brenda), of Ridgeway, and their two children: Tracey (Mike) Griffin, of Australia, and their children Christian and Thomas; Christopher Putoczki, of Ridgeway and his two children Kate and Lola. Also survived by his brother Andy Putoczki (Kathleen) and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his brother George Putoczki (late Mary).
In keeping with Bill’s expressed wishes, a Traditional Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 25th, at 10:00 a.m. in the Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 24 Albert St., Langton by Rev. Fr. Ben Huyge. Family Burial follows in the St. Ladislaus Cemetery, Courtland. All funeral attendees are invited to attend a luncheon at the Delhi District Hungarian Hall, 71 King St., Delhi, immediately following Mass. Due to Ontario government imposed indoor dining restrictions, luncheon attendees must bring with them proof of vaccination and identification to enter. All who knew Bill are welcomed to attend public visitation on Sunday, October 24th, 2021, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Verhoeve Funeral Homes Chapel, 262 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg. All guests must pre-register for an available time slot via Bill’s online tribute page at www.verhoevefuneralhomes.com or by calling the funeral home between 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All who knew Bill are welcomed to offer their support and care by sharing special memories, posting photos, sending flowers, or by contributing memorial donations through Bill’s online tribute page or by contacting the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes - Burial and Cremation Services Inc. (519-842-4238).
Special thank you to the Maple Manor staff and Dr Andrew and Shannon O’Donnell N.P. - your care and compassion will always be appreciated.
It is with deep sadness, but with appreciation for many good years and memories, we the Putoczki family announce the peaceful passing of our much-loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, William ‘Bill’ A. Putoczki, on Thursday, October 21st, 2021, at the Maple Manor L.T.C., Tillsonburg, at the age of 95. Born in Hungary, to the late George Putoczki and the late Julia (nee Puskas) Putoczki. Bill will be remembered by many for his various community contributions and countless hours of volunteerism. For some years, alongside his wife Helen they farmed tobacco. Following this, Bill was employed as a welder at a former Tillsonburg tobacco factory. In more recent years, Bill was the head of maintenance between South Ridge Public School, Rolph Street Public School, Annandale High School, and he retired as an employee of Glendale High School. Always giving back to his community, Bill was a charter member of the Courtland Lions Club, a member of Knights of Columbus, Council 11727, Langton, a member of the Courtland Police Commission, and member of Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Langton. Bill was also the caretaker and an active member on the St. Ladislaus Cemetery Board, Courtland, and a longtime Delhi District Hungarian Hall executive member- he also served on the committee entrusted with celebrating 50 years of establishment. In Bill’s spare time, he enjoyed gardening and he was a very able and creative carpenter. For all his contributions, Bill was recognized as Citizen of the Year in Courtland, an award which he was so honoured to have received.
Bill is survived by his wife and best friend of 72 years, Helen C. (nee Matisz) Putoczki, of Tillsonburg. He leaves behind two much loved children and their families: (1) Carol Hasilo, of Tillsonburg and her two children: Lisa (Henry Bouchard), of London and their children Alexa, Zachary; Craig Hasilo (Joelle), of Montreal, Quebec and their children Evelyne and Chloe; (2) William Charles Putoczki (Brenda), of Ridgeway, and their two children: Tracey (Mike) Griffin, of Australia, and their children Christian and Thomas; Christopher Putoczki, of Ridgeway and his two children Kate and Lola. Also survived by his brother Andy Putoczki (Kathleen) and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his brother George Putoczki (late Mary).
In keeping with Bill’s expressed wishes, a Traditional Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 25th, at 10:00 a.m. in the Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 24 Albert St., Langton by Rev. Fr. Ben Huyge. Family Burial follows in the St. Ladislaus Cemetery, Courtland. All funeral attendees are invited to attend a luncheon at the Delhi District Hungarian Hall, 71 King St., Delhi, immediately following Mass. Due to Ontario government imposed indoor dining restrictions, luncheon attendees must bring with them proof of vaccination and identification to enter. All who knew Bill are welcomed to attend public visitation on Sunday, October 24th, 2021, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Verhoeve Funeral Homes Chapel, 262 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg. All guests must pre-register for an available time slot via Bill’s online tribute page at www.verhoevefuneralhomes.com or by calling the funeral home between 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All who knew Bill are welcomed to offer their support and care by sharing special memories, posting photos, sending flowers, or by contributing memorial donations through Bill’s online tribute page or by contacting the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes - Burial and Cremation Services Inc. (519-842-4238).
Special thank you to the Maple Manor staff and Dr Andrew and Shannon O’Donnell N.P. - your care and compassion will always be appreciated.