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William Bercik Obituary
"Bill" was born on April 14, 1964 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and passed away on May 2, 2007 at the age of 43.
Bill graduated from Spartanburg S.C. High School. He received a B.S. degree from Clemson University and attended graduate school at California State University in Chico, Ca.
He was employed for 20 years as a computer programmer at the U.S. Navel Air Station in Patuxent, MD., the Navy Post Graduate School in Monterey, Borland, Corp in Scotts Valley and was presently working as a consultant Bercik Software. He published 2 books on computer languages and was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity.
Bill is survived by his parents Robert and Mildred Bercik of Stuart, Fl and Dulthe, Ga., a sister Mary Bercik and two brothers, John and Jim Bercik and his two beloved nieces, Bailey and Samantha Bercik.
Bill was an adventurer. He loved to travel and biked throughout Europe, North America and Central America. He loved sailing, wind surfing and hiking. He was happy in California and loved his friends, family and 2 birds "Gus and "Greta", and his beloved companion April Hyder.
A Memorial Service will be held on May 8, 2007 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel, 1050 Cayuga St Santa Cruz, Ca.
He was dearly loved and will be missed. In lieu of flowers, friends may donate in his memory to their favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Bercik
bendrix
May 17, 2007
I never met Bill face to face, I purchased his webpastie service back in September 2005. I called Bill several times a month, soon our tech talk evolved into a friendship. I really enjoyed his gentle nature and I admired his innovative ideas. Bill was a MAJOR influence in my career, because it was his service that enabled me to podcast and he mentored me on a number of career altering pursuits. I am deeply saddened by his passing and offer his family and friends my condolences.
Joanie Pennea
May 14, 2007
My cousin Bill,
How sorry I am to see you go. After many years we reconnected for a week in Costa Rica. We bonded and had a great time cruising around on your scooter and visiting your favorite watering holes. It was a pleasure to find you had grown into a man with a sharp wit and a gentle soul. I will always treasure the time spent with you. Happy trails.
Bret Underdal
May 12, 2007
Possom - As I sit here reviewing you adventures in Mexico, I cannot help but reflect on how many lives you have touched and the memories they have of you. Personally, I am currently wearing the SCH3 shirt you gave me when I was visiting Santa Cruz in 2004 during my 2-week R&R trip from Iraq. Back then, I was Just Bret and was far from home. SCH3 and many fellow Hashers will definitley miss you on trail, though I really think you are just scouting trail with G and are just waiting for the rest of us to meet you at the On-In. I know I will see you again, I just have to get through all of this shiggy, so make sure you save room for at least one more drink when I get there! Brave, Brave Sir Robin
Brenda (Sarah Ann's Daughter) Peterson
May 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Axel Kratel
May 11, 2007
I was deeply saddened when I heard Bill passed away. Bill was one of my favorite R&D engineers at Borland with whom I had the privilege to work with. He had wit, charm, humor, and a down to earth friendliness that is hard to come by these days.
My sincere condolences to all of his family and friends. Such a loss is always tough to deal with. May you all find peace, ease of being and happiness beyond this tragic loss, I am sure Bill would have wanted that for you.
Todd Conners
May 10, 2007
I am still in shock at learning of Bill. I've known Bill for 14 years and I will miss him dearly. What a great funny guy. One of many funny stories involving Bill, was when I was at his house in Monterey and he asked if I wanted to do a shot of tequila. I said "sure" so he grabs a pair of scissors and walks outside, to a
tree growing in his yard. On this tree were about 20 tiny airline bottles of booze tied with ribbons to the branches. He finds me a tequila and cuts the ribbon. That was Bill being Bill. What a great friend.
Mei Xue
May 8, 2007
Bill was one of the programmers that was excellent at his job and was fun to work with. He liked adventures and had a great sense of humor. Bill, we will miss you!
- Mei (ex-Borlander)
Pam Custer
May 8, 2007
I was shocked and saddened by the news I received today of Bill's passing. Bill was bigger than Life. As many others have also agreed, he was the funniest, most unique person I ever met and could never forget. I feel blessed to have known him from Borland. He always had a smile and I loved his stories from his lifes experiences. I'm so glad he had so many great adventures and lived life to it's fullest. How about the time he showed up on the bus to the Borland party in S.F. after the computer conference up there, wearing an Elvis wig and dark sunglasses? You had to look twice to see if it was Bill. He was always making us laugh. And he was a kind, giving soul too. I'll miss you for sure, Bill, and will never forget you.
Keimpe Bronkhorst
May 8, 2007
Bill, sorry to hear you went on your final trip. I'm glad you lived a full life. Here's to you, where ever you are!
Sarah
May 8, 2007
Always a smile, a very funny observation and a good grasp of the silly. You made Surf City more warm & friendly.
Jennifer Thelander
May 8, 2007
We've lost a hasher, a friend, a cohort in crime, and a true individual. Your laugh, your legendary sense of humor, kindness, and friendship will be sorely missed. Much love and on on, my friend. Have a Makers' neat for me and I'll see you later. GAS
Josh Fletcher
May 8, 2007
I did not know Bill for very long but he made a big impression on me when I worked with him at Borland. Always approachable, always upbeat, Bill was a great person to work with! I would like to extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Scott Harrison
May 8, 2007
I am so very sorry to lose such a genuine friend as Bill. My sincerest condolences go out to all those who loved him. Bless his soul.
I interviewed Bill when he came to Borland and learned he was the DippyBird guy! So we had to hire him. He was one-of-a-kind and never failed to bring a smile to my face. He was interested in all kinds of things and that made him a great trivia night teammate - but he didn't let us take ourselves too seriously. After trivia, he often suggested a nightcap at the red room and I could never bring myself say no to him. To me he was a modern day pirate, with his parrot, shaved head, southern drawl, blue dog ink and endless supply of stories and ideas. He was a joy to be with. I miss those times, and I will miss Bill.
Sydney "Loo" Blankenship
May 8, 2007
Dear Bill, I am already missing your good humor and your great enthusiasm for any new adventure. The search will continue for the best wine to go with a fried bologna sandwich...On On good buddy.
Barrie Riddoch
May 8, 2007
A true friend in every sense of the word. Our hearts and thoughts go out to Bill's family in this difficult time.
Rebecca Bushner
May 8, 2007
Bill, I feel very fortunate to have known you and worked with you on your website. I remember you at our Round House parties in Corralitos. You are a wonderful spirit and will live on in all of us. You will be missed.
Frank Hayden
May 8, 2007
Bill will be greatly missed by his friends in the Hash House Harrier community.
A sharp wit and always upbeat, with the quirkiest sense of humor I've ever known.
Rest in peace Bill.
Robin Down
May 8, 2007
Bill (Possum) was one of the first people I came to know in the SurfCity Hash, and I greatly enjoyed his colorful stories and jokes. He was always cheerful and upbeat, and kept others laughing with his great wit and sense of humor. I will miss him...
Grant Plemons "SHHRINKage"
May 8, 2007
I am very glad I introduced Bill/PP to Surf City HHH and got to know him a bit on trail. His wit and humor will be missed by all of us.
Sanjay (Goggler) Shukla
May 8, 2007
Couldn't help but smile and laugh with Bill in the room. A life to be celebrated.
Laurie (PF) Guluarte
May 8, 2007
Possum, now you can ride your Vespa anywhere you want. You will be missed. On on, PF.
Judy (Duuhhh) Galloway
May 8, 2007
Bill, you will be missed. You always had a great sense of humor and you were awesome as Surf City's RA. I'm glad you got to have your trip to Costa Rica. On Home, friend.
Tad Shelby
May 8, 2007
Bill's wit and warmth will be missed by everyone. My condolences to his family and many, many friends
David Intersimone
May 8, 2007
I remember Bill during his time here at Borland in Scotts Valley. Bill was a great software engineer, Java programming expert, great writer and speaker, and wonderful human being.
Our industry has lost a caring friend.
Annika (BH) Corley
May 8, 2007
Bill/PP,
You are missed, my friend. Thank you for all the laughter-filled memories. Keep a pint ready for the rest of us. On-On.
Kristy Lugert
May 8, 2007
It was an honor to know Bill, he kept me going on trail with his good humor. You will be missed and remembered. ~PD
Vern "Vee Dee" Dale
May 8, 2007
On On Possum.
Sharon Allen
May 8, 2007
I knew Bill as a Hasher with the Monterey Bay Hash House Harriers. He was a fun running companion and a very good hare. We'll miss him.
Rickey (Puff) Ramseur
May 8, 2007
I mourn the loss of a good friend and a fellow Southerner
Debbie Jones
May 8, 2007
Remember that "Those who live in the hearts of others never die."
My deepest thoughts reach out to Bill's family and of course my friend April.
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