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William R. Tomecek

FUNERAL HOME

CLOSED-J.F. Rice Funeral Home

150 Main St.

Johnson City, New York

William Tomecek Obituary

Tomecek, William R.

William R. Tomecek peacefully passed away, in Myrtle Beach SC, surrounded by his family on February 20, 2015. He will be forever remembered as the life of the party whose smile lit up a room. He was born on June 9, 1941 in Johnson City, NY to Gabriel and Elizabeth (Gajda) Tomecek. He graduated from Iowa State and worked for L3 Communications in Kirkwood, NY for over 40 years in Program Management until retirement when he was really able to enjoy his love of golf, fishing and hunting. He was predeceased by his parents, and sister Josephine (John) Korinek. He is survived by his wife, Bonita, nee Wallace, daughters Sabra (Michael) Martocci and Tamara (John) Alves, his grandsons, Griffin, Gradyn, Julien and Jake who he tirelessly taught how to bait hooks, his brother Milton Tomecek, several nephews, a niece, cousins and his beloved dog, Maggie, his hunting and fishing companion. William was past president of the Czechoslovak Moravian Club. Family will receive friends on Thursday at J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. with the Czechoslovak Moravian Club meeting at 6 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday at 10:30 a.m. at SS Cyril and Methodius Roman Catholic Church, Binghamton with burial in the spring at Slovak Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226, 800-525-4669, www.jimmyfund.org. Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.jfricefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Feb. 25 to Feb. 27, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for William Tomecek

27 Entries

John Andrejack

February 19, 2023

Bill was such a good high school friend. I remember many baseball games we played in a cow pasture. Many nice memories. His friend John Andrejack.

John Andrejack

February 19, 2020

I remember Bill well. We went to high school together at JC. I have such wonderful memories playing baseball and football together with Bill and other school friends of ours in a cow pasture in Choconut Center . Great times were held by all of us. Those were the times that really countered. All I can say is just so wonderful.

Treena Kliment Rowan

February 19, 2020

Hard to believe that it's been that long. Such a good childhood friend.

Bill is in the top right corner.

Treena (Kliment) Rowan

February 19, 2019

I cannot believe it's been a year already. Such a great guy. And I came across this photo just today, from our humble beginnings at Choconut Center school.

Diane Geranis

March 3, 2015

Bonnie I wanted to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. I just heard about this yesterday.I miss seeing you walking on the road with your dog Maggie. Call me sometime when you feel up to it. 648-4002

Ken Gould

March 2, 2015

Bill always made me laugh, working with him for 28 years was my pleasure lunch with him after retirement was memorable
peace to him, watch over all of us left
peace to his wife & family

February 27, 2015

Bonnie,
We are heartbroken over Bill's loss of his fight against this horrible disease. He was a true fighter and was so strong. He will be remembered with wonderful memories.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Bob and Judy Monette

February 27, 2015

Bonnie,Sabre,Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss of Bill. He was a great guy and a I know you will miss him. May all the wonderful memories be a great comfort to you all.
With Deepest sympathy
Rachelle Carroll

LYNN NEWBERRY

February 27, 2015

bonnie and family,
bill was a man that at first glance was gruff and scary. after i got to know him he was like a gentle giant! when i worked with him in virginia he looked after me like i was his daughter. i will never forget that! we traveled together a few times for work and they were some of my best trips!! i feel lucky to have known billy! my sincere condolences. at least you know he lived his life well!!!!

Carol Weissmann

February 26, 2015

Bonnie and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Bill's death.
His passing will leave a big hole in your hearts. Try to fill it with happy memories.
With warm thoughts and prayers.

Jacqueline (Kliment) Rowan-Blevins

February 26, 2015

To Bill's family - My sister Treena and I grew up with Bill and attended Choconut Center School together. He and I were "twins" as we were born on the same day in the same hospital. My sincere condolences to you and may the thoughts and prayers of your friends and family provide you solace at this time.

John Kabanek

February 26, 2015

Worked with Bill @ Link in the 80s and always found him to be cheerful and able to successfully handle the most stressful situation. May your good memories help you through this most difficult time.

John Andrejack

February 25, 2015

I am so sorry hear about Bill's passing. We went to high school together. I remember playing baseball and football in a cow pasture in Choconut Center near where we both lived. He was one of the good guys

Terry Kucera

February 25, 2015

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I worked at Link with him and he would always bright the day with his humor. Prayers and thoughts to your family.
Terry Kucera

Treena Rowan

February 25, 2015

So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Prayers and condolences to all in his family. Bill was a Choconut Center childhood friend of ours, and a wonderful person.

February 25, 2015

Bonnie and Family -
Bill was a great friend to all who knew him. I'll always remember the months our families spent together in Long Island years ago.
Phil McKenzie

Sue Tong

February 25, 2015

Dear Bonnie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Bill for many years. You are in my prayers.

Dene & Mari Rounds

February 25, 2015

Billy was the life & light of any gathering. He always had a chuckle and a smart remark for the most stressful situations when Keith got sick. So many wonderful memories of humor, always. Peace be with Billy, Bonnie and family.

Ruth Gdovin Siver

February 25, 2015

Bonnie, My heartfelt condolences to all the family.

February 25, 2015

BONNIE AND FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BILL WILL BE MISSED. WE LOVED HIS SENSE OF HUMOR. PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. AL & MARY ELLEN

Louie and Judy Gustaferro

February 25, 2015

Bonnie and Family, We are so sorry for your loss of a great man. We worked with Bill at Link. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Kathy Malchak

February 25, 2015

Bonnie, Bill truly was the life of the party! May he rest in peace....although they may be keeping him busy in heaven playing those accordions with Rudy and my dad. Please be assured you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathi Jesse

February 25, 2015

Bonnie,
Our deepest sympathies. We loved Bill and will miss him deeply.

Claire & Tony Fiato

February 25, 2015

Bonnie, Sabra, Tammy & Bill's beloved Grandchildren,
I have just read of Bill's passing. I can't tell you how shocked and sorry I am. I worked with Bill for many years & he was a very special person, who worked hard and laughed just as hard. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May all your wonderful memories sustain you though the difficult days ahead.
With deepest sympathy and regards,

Arlene Sabetta

February 25, 2015

Sending my sympathy to all ........
maybe Austy will find him, and they can shoot a few golf balls ......

February 25, 2015

Bonnie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Bill's bright smile and sense of humor will be something we will always remember.
Tom and Denise Mancini

denise vorobel

February 25, 2015

Bonnie,Sabra,Tammy. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayer. Bill was a great man. love to all of you.

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