William Joseph Kubiak

I first got to know William Kubiak when the book Great Lakes Indians was published. My dad, Richard Baker, brought a copy home from work. I loved it! I regret that I never had the chance to meet him, but his legacy lives on through his artwork and the lives of those he touched. Dave Baker

We who produced the book, Bend in the River: The Story of Grandville and Jenison Michigan , are still so proud of the cover drawing that Mr. Kubiak did.
He will be missed.
Blessings and thank you.

Bill, I can't believe that you're gone. You were such a good man. I will always remember you as a teacher, an encourager, and a kind and caring man. You are irreplaceable.

Heidi & Family, Your in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Barb (Thornell) & Ted Elzinga

Robin, Tom & Stew -
We are saddened by the loss of your father/grandfather. We didn't know him, but reading about his passion for American Indians was very inspiring. I wish I could have met him! You will have many portraits to remember him by. What a wonderful legacy he left. God bless you all in your time of grief.

The Lenar family

Bill was one of the few people we meet during our lives that lived his life on his own terms. He was rmarkably consistant in pursuit of preserving native american culture. Always there to offer a word of encouragement to those less talented he. I will always remember him, he left an indeible mark on all of us.

Bill was a friend and a special man who cared about others. He's left a wonderful legacy with his paintings and books that will enlighten us all. My deepest sympathies to his wonderful, caring family. Godspeed Bill, you are missed by many.

I am really going to miss him.

I love him dearly and will never forget the memories I hold on to of my Grandpa Bill.