William "Bill" Kaleka

William "Bill" Kaleka

William Kaleka Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 14, 2011.
William (Bill) Kaleka Passed away Friday, April 28, 2011 at 79 years of age in Courtenay, BC. Bill passed away, peacefully in his home, surrounded by loved ones after lengthy journey with cancer. He is now at rest in his eternal home with his Heavenly Father. Bill was predeceased by his parents Joe and Frances Kaleka and his brother Wally. He is survived by his two sisters Helen Hay and Ann McCallum, and his loving wife of 54 years Marie. He was the proud father of three children, Kathleen (Glen), Robert and Jacqueline, and cherished Grandfather of four beautiful granddaughters Amy (Darren), Jocelyn, Brandi (Jaramy), and Brittany (Garnet).

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