William (Bill) Kozik, aged 88, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2011, at St. Joseph's Hospice. Born in Fort Frances, Bill lived in Cleveland and Russia before settling in Toronto. He was a member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades and past president of the Toronto Gun Club. Bill later relocated to Thunder Bay to be closer to family.Bill is survived by nephews David Krawchuk (Anne) and Larry Krawchuk (Judy), niece Debbie Hunt (Lloyd), numerous grand- nieces and nephews and their families. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Taras and Paraska Kozik, his twin sister Tina Pylychuk and husband Nick, and sister Anna Krawchuk and husband Dave.The family wishes to thank Dr. Abdallah for her ongoing care, CCAC and Comcare Health Services for their help and concern, and St. Joseph's Hospice for their thoughtfulness and support. Cremation has taken place and a private internment will be held at a later date. On-Line condolences may be made through
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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Sep. 22, 2011.