Photo courtesy of Conkle Funeral Home, Avon Chapel - Avon
Avon, Indiana
May 3, 1941 – Dec 22, 2020 (Age 79)
Bill Slykas, 79 of Avon Indiana passed away on Tuesday (December 22, 2020) at his home. He was born on May 3, 1941, the son of William and Antionette Slykas. Bill is survived by his wife of 58 years, JoAnne (Sumila); a sister, Sylvia Nicklas; four daughters, Linn (Jeff) Hein of Holland Michigan, Julie Jomaron of West Dundee, Illinois, Laura (Julie) Pirino of Avon Indiana and Christine (Mike) McKean of Punta Gorda Florida; son-in-law, Ed Pirino; five grandsons, Justin Hein, Luke Hein, Wil Pirino, Jack Jomarron and Sam Pirino; many nieces and nephews. He graduated from Schlarman High School in Danville, Illinois and St. Joseph College in Rensselaer, Indiana. He enjoyed a successful career in teaching, coaching, refereeing and human resources. Retiring from Dura Convertible Systems as a Vice President of Human Resources. Bill enjoyed watching his beloved Cubs, Bears and the Illini. He had a very strong faith and was always an active member of the Catholic Church. One of his greatest joys was spending time with his much loved pets, Mollie, Joey, Chico and Henry. There will be no public Celebration of Life at this time, though Bill will always be remembered with love. Memorial can be made to the Heartland Hospice or St. Susanna Catholic Church of Plainfield, Indiana. Online condolences may be shared at www.conklefuneralhome.com.
Read MoreWe are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Although we haven't been in touch in many years, we remember fun times visiting, and playing together with Bill & Joanne's daughters. Please accept our sincere sympathies and we are praying for you all. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time and always.
Barbara & Karen Fliszar B. Sanner & K. Bennett
January 19, 2021 | Chandler, AZ | Acquaintance
Bill was a younger classmate along with his wife Joanne at Schlarman High School in Danville IL in the late fifties. I remember them both as really nice, fun loving people with great attitudes. I particularly remember seeing them both, at a class reunion a few years back hosted by my brother in Danville IL. They seemed to have aged very little and I reminisce often about seeing them after all those years. Long live the gregarious Joanne (a.k.a. Spider).
Herman Kuemmerle
January 01, 2021 | Del Mar, CA | Classmate
So sorry to hear about Bill. Sending our condolences to all the Slykas family and to your girls and their families. Sincerely, the Dietz family, the Clark family, and the Downey family.
Marilyn Dietz
December 28, 2020 | Portage, MI | Acquaintance
You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Cindy Slykas
December 27, 2020 | Evergreen Park, IL | Family
Joanne,
I was so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I will always remember him as a great neighbor. He loved his pets and my dog Bella loved him too.
We will keep your family in our prayers. As the days and weeks pass, I will always be here for you if you need someone to talk to.
Ruth Hammon
December 27, 2020 | Avon, IN | Neighbor
JoAnn I am so sorry for your loss.... I remember many great times as we worked together at Giacoma .... you are in my prayers along with your family....
Connie Langford
December 23, 2020 | Bloomington, IL | Friend
JoAnn
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband
I remember how much we talked of each other’s husbands . I worked with you at Giacoma school
You were my teaching assistant
I will h keep you in my prayers
Connie Langford
December 23, 2020 | Bloomington, IL | Friend
My condolences to the Slykas family. Bill is a man whom I have never forgotten throughout my lifetime. He was my basketball coach at St. Mary's and he led us to many victories back in the day. Bill inspired all of us to be better on the court and in our lives. He was fierce and kind and full of life when I knew him. His enthusiasm for the game was contagious. He will always remain a fond memory in my heart. Goodbye Bill. You made a difference.
Michelle Walblay
December 23, 2020 | Phoenix, AZ | Student
My father was peaceful when he passed. I am grateful my mom brought him home ❤
Julie Jomarron
December 23, 2020 | West Dundee, IL | Family
