William "Bill" Walter Wawrzeniak Sr., 79, went home to the Lord on April 2, 2021 following a brief battle with Cancer. He was the beloved husband of Linda (Spooner) Wawrzeniak, with whom he would have celebrated their 59th anniversary on April 7th of this year.

Bill was born in Meriden, the son of Walter and Genevieve (Stabach) Wawrzeniak, on March 18, 1942.

Bill was an Electronic Sales Representative and retired as a partner in Agile Electronic Sales. He was an accomplished drummer and weekend musician from the age of 15. At the time he retired from playing in 1987 he had been the drummer for the Country Kings for 22 yrs. He was a licensed amateur radio operator (W1KKF) for 65 years, a founding member of the Wallingford Repeater Association, and president of the Meriden Amateur Radio Club for many years. He was an accomplished skier and enjoyed planning numerous annual family ski weekends with many of his extended family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons William Jr. (Anita Harris) of Acton, ME, and Robert (Sarah) of Durham, CT, and by his grandson, Ian Wawrzeniak, who he loved and adored beyond measure. In addition, he is survived by his Brothers John (Cookie) of Mansfield, TX, and Thomas (Sharon) of VT and AZ, as well as his step-grandsons, Dominic and Christopher Harris. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Ronald Spooner (Adele) of Addison, IL, two aunts, five nieces and two nephews and their families, as well as many cousins and their families. He is predeceased by his parents, brother and sister-in law Norman Spooner (Millie), several aunts, uncles, and three nieces.

Due to current Covid conditions services will be private and a Mass and gathering will take place at later time. Anyone wishing to make a donation in his memory may do so to The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, the American Cancer Society, or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext., Wallingford. For online condolences please visit www.wallingfordfh.com.

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Published by The Record-Journal on Apr. 4, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for William Wawrzeniak

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27 Entries

Susan Lupoli

April 9, 2021

Rest in Peace Bill, my Godfather. What a shock to hear of your passing, we didn't know that you were sick. I've known you all of my life. I will always remember your smile and kindness. God Bless you and your family. We will miss you.

Frank Ciccone

April 8, 2021

I am deeply saddened to learn of Bill's passing and my heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. I met Bill through the amateur radio club and he was always generous with his time and expertise in helping me get on the air. He was a great teacher and mentor. Whenever I had a question I always knew I could give him a call and he would have a solution. I will miss him dearly.

Shirley and Bill Shefcyk

April 7, 2021

Deepest sympathy to you, Linda and the family.

Erin Smith

April 7, 2021

I was lucky enough to have been part of the Wawrzeniak family for over 16 years. During that time we had many great adventures and lots of laughter. We visited the storage facility called “Cram-a-Lot Inn”, saw “Uncle Tony” at his restaurant in Providence, danced at my wedding and so many other great memories. I will surely miss “Dad W” and he will always have a special place in my heart, as all the Wawrzeniak family does. Love you Dad!

Skip R

April 6, 2021

Sorry to hear this sad news about Bill.Prayers and condolences go to his family..

I met him years ago through my late friend Joe Rish KB1GWP SK.

Christine Hilton

April 6, 2021

I am very sorry for your loss. Your dad was always so nice to me when Bob and I would hangout. You will truly be missed by all who have known you.

Tim Mik

April 6, 2021

Sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He will be missed by all of us. I’ve known him since I was a young boy. He was an integral part of the Amateur Radio community in the Meriden and Wallingford area. He was a great morse code (CW) operator as well as a very savvy electronics expert. I learned a great deal from him through the years. 73 OM de WY1U SK

Lorraine Waller Cindy + Doug Bredbury

April 5, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I'll always remember that smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Jim Gaffey

April 5, 2021

I have many fond memories serving with Bill on the troop committee of Troop 4 in Wallingford. He was very devoted to Scouting and served in several capacities over many years. Bill was part of a team including Dave Hopkins, Fred Monahan Bill Kosche and myself who guided the troop through some of its most active years. A fine man and exemplary citizen.

John Bee N1GNV

April 5, 2021

I'm both shocked and saddened. He was a great friend for 30+ years, and an inspiration and "Elmer" to countless Hams -- including me. He was always generous with his time and expertise, and so many of us owe him a huge debt of gratitude. My condolences to Linda, and the family. 73, OM. RIP

Mary Jane Zuk

April 5, 2021

Dear Linda, Bill and Bob; I am saddened to learn of Bill's passing. I will miss seeing him in church and hearing about the adventures of his grandson Iian. Rest assured, he is in heaven looking down on his family saying, I am alright. I love you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Jane Zuk

Kathy

April 5, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person, rest in peace Bill. You will be missed by many.

Rich & Anna Retallack

April 4, 2021

So sad to here of Bill's passing. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. We'll miss all the great ski trips and fun times we all had.

Joan Johnson

April 4, 2021

We have so many happy memories of time spent with Bill...gracious God parent to our daughter, years of fun as Don's band mate in the Country Kings, picnics and parties...the band family! We will surely miss him. Don and I send our best love to Linda, Bill and Bob and their families...we pray for your comfort! Rest in peace, Bill, but hold onto those drumming skills...there's a piano/ fiddle player waiting for you!

Bob Biancur

April 4, 2021

We are all stunned to hear of Bill’s passing. We’ve known each other since the Club met at Meriden. Years ago I wrote his bio for KeyKlix, Meriden Amateur Radio Club’s newsletter; and in doing I learned of his many accomplishments in life. Bill was an avid amateur radio operator... a snappy CW Morse code op. I remember well when we teamed-up and shared a midnight time slot for our yearly Field Day contest. Bill will be missed — may he rest in peace.

Bob - WB1GYZ

Jacalyn Shefcyk

April 4, 2021

A great guy, sad for Bill's family. May he rest in peace

Mary Jane Nunn

April 4, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Covid complicates the grieving process and the final goodbye. I will keep all of you in my thoughts & prayers.

Elinor Heck

April 4, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

James Surprenant

April 4, 2021

To Linda and Bill’s family, Ellen and I aresaddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Bill was one of the first friends I made in the amateur radio community after moving to CT from Boston six years ago. I will remember him as a gentle and generous man who always made time for me and others, sharing his expertise and knowledge. He was such a joy to be around too.
Our deepest sympathies,
James (AB1DQ) & Ellen

MAURICE CORLEY

April 4, 2021

I am shocked and saddened upon learning of Bill,s passing ..... I was a bandmate of his for many years and we had traveled many roads together and shared many good times and laughs . Condolences to his family members .

Edward Snyder

April 3, 2021

I will remember Bill as a caring Ham who help me to learn about Amateur Radio. I knew him mainly through our Meriden Amateur Radio Club interactions. Just watching Bill W1KKF, run meetings as President, taught me much about how to be a leader and a friend. I will always remember how helpful he was to me. I will miss him as will his many friends and club members. W1NRG will find an appropriate way to remember his many contributions to our Club and ensure that his call W1KKF and his name will not be forgotten. He thus, will be associated with his beloved MARC forever. May he Rest In Peace.

Ed W1YSM and Rose Snyder

Rich Aubin

April 3, 2021

My heart is broken. I told Bill once, that a true friend is a gift from God. I am blessed to have known Bill and call him my best friend. His friendship has been a gift I will always cherish to my dying day.

Paul Stasieluk

April 3, 2021

I am very saddened and shocked by Bills passing.
He was wonderful and helpful to all.
May he be at peace with God.
He will certainly be missed.

73 Bill
Paul Stasieluk
W1EDX

Steve Allen

April 3, 2021

My condolences, Bill was a great teacher on so many aspects of Amateur Radio. I enjoyed his company on CW contests. Bill will be missed greatly.

Ian Lapointe

April 3, 2021

Ian Lapointe

April 3, 2021

Ian Lapointe

April 3, 2021

I remember Bill from my wedding in Vermont in 2017. It was wonderful to meet Bill and Linda at such a wonderful time in our lives. May Bill Rest In Peace.

Ian and Crystal (Nance) LaPointe
(Tom and Sharon Wawrzeniak’s family)

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