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William W. Kozel, Jr.
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William Kozel, Jr. Obituary
Born June 8, 1937 in Wheeling, WV and was the son of the late William W. Kozel, Sr. And Julia Kowal Kozel.
Bill was a graduate of East Liverpool High School and proud alumnus of The Ohio State University.
He was a retired prominent business owner of Kozel Custom Drapery & Decorating, Jul-Mar Cleaners & Restoration along with several laundromats. Prior to that he worked as a sales associate for WOHI Radio.
He was a longtime member of East Liverpool Country Club, Calcutta Lions, E. L. Business Association and E. L. Alumni Association. His passion was golf and he was a former Club Champion at ELCC. Bill loved talking golf and politics.
Besides his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife Donna Briggs Kozel whom he married in 1961 and passed away in 2022. Also preceding in death were two grandchildren Hope Christine Whitehill and Hudson Richard Thompson; Son-in-law, William "Tag" Lewis.
He is survived by two daughters, Julia Kozel and spouse George Hall of Rotonda West, FL and Marybeth Lewis of Lake Tomahawk, OH. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren, Ashley Morrow, Abby Atwood, Hunter Thompson, Brooke Whitehill, Grace Whitehill, Madeline Whitehill, and Matthew Whitehill; and six great-grandchildren.
In fulfilling the families wishes there will be no public visitation. A private family service was held at the Englewood Community Funeral Home in Englewood, Florida.
Family request that any memorial contributions be made to the East Liverpool Alumni Association.
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Tom Ebken
May 18, 2025
Having Bill happen to come to mind this morning, I found that he had passed away just last month. As his sales rep back in the 1980´s, I recall his many visits to our manufacturing facility in Pittsburgh, loading up his big van with custom made mini blinds and verticals. Always upbeat and enjoyable to chat with, he was as personable as could be. Visiting his East Liverpool showroom, it was apparent that Donna was part of the team and the love of his life. They are both remembered fondly.
Susan
April 20, 2025
Just heard about Billie's passing today, sooooooo sorry Marbeth and Julie on the loss of your wonderful father. He was such a precious sweet human being....I just loved him and his inspiration. He enjoyed giving pointers on golf yo our sons Joseph and Jonathan. You all are in our hearts....hugs and love!
Love, Susan, Mike, Joseph, and Jonathan Rydzinski
Rick and Sherry Kelly
April 7, 2025
Ashley and Abby, sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Prayers coming your way.
Sherrie Demetriadis
April 6, 2025
We are truly sorry for your loss. Bill was a great man. Thoughts and prayers for everyone.
Love,
Sherrie and Gregg Demetriadis.
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