William J. Potochnic

William J. Potochnic, age 87, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 with his loving son and family by his side.

William is survived by his loving son, William Jr. (Lynne Remko); cherished granddaughter, Jessica Samoska; cherished great-grandson, Kohen; dear brothers, Richard, John, and Jim (the late La Vonne) Potochnic; dear sister, Diane (Ken) Derickson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his wife, Naomi (nee Brown); parents, John and Anna (nee Kuzmijak); brothers, Daniel and Bob Potochnic; sisters, Lillian Adamic and Albina Mengo.

Bill served proudly in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany for three years. He retired from American Steel and Wire Company after 40 years of service. Bill graduated from St. Joseph Catholic Grade School and Lockport High School. He was a lifelong parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church and member of KSKJ Lodge #29 and St. Joseph Holy Name Society. He was a die-hard White Sox fan. Bill’s unique sense of sarcasm and humor could put a smile on anyone’s face. Bill devoted his life to his family. He will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of William’s life will begin on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 with prayers in the funeral home chapel at 9:20 a.m. then driving in procession to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, January 30, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435.