William P. Babich

William P. Babich, age 67, at rest on Sunday, September 6, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer.

William is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Helen; sons Peter and Anthony; sisters-in-law, Linda Babich, Margaret (Tom) Schaefer, Ilene (Bill) Covert, Carol Milius, Theresa (Bill) Reusch, Cynthia (Joe) Gitta, Annette (Robert) Larson and Rosemary Holland; brothers-in-law, Chuck Holland, Tom (Bev) Holland, Jim Holland, Dan (Jori) Holland, Tony (Rhonda) Holland, Don (Cathy) Holland, Ron (Terri) Holland; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceded in death by his parents, William and Evelyn Babich; father and mother-in-law, Albert and Mary Holland; brother, Richard Babich; brother-in-law, Marvin Holland; sisters, Judi (Darwin) Anderson and Roberta (Norman) Rowley (who was raised as a sister).

Bill was a graduate of Lockport High School and earned his BS and MS in Special Education from NIU. He was employed by the Joliet Township High Schools as a Special Education Teacher, Division Chair, and Director of Special Services for 35 years. Bill was known as a passionate advocate for those with special needs. Bill was happiest when surrounded by his loving family and was very proud of his sons, nieces and nephews. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be remembered fondly for his quick wit, great sense of humor and dedication to his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in William’s name to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

A Celebration of William’s life will begin on Friday, September 11, 2015 with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service to be held in the funeral home chapel at 10:30 a.m. Celebrant Ken Plese officiating. Interment will be held privately at a later date at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet from 3-8 p.m.

Thursday, September 10, 2015
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tezak Funeral Home
1211 Plainfield Road
Joliet, Illinois 60435

Friday, September 11, 2015
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tezak Funeral Home
1211 Plainfield Road
Joliet, Illinois 60435

Friday, September 11, 2015
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tezak Funeral Home
1211 Plainfield Road
Joliet, Illinois 60435