GRODESKY, William Harold.
Bill passed away peacefully after a valiant fight with Alzheimers at the NHS St. Catharines Site on Thursday, February 23, 2023. He leaves to mourn his passing his beloved wife Nancy (Priestman), son David(Kim) , son Kevin(Natasha), Granddaughter Jade (Ben Hancock), Grandson Joey (Sarah Roy), Greatgrandson Leo and Greatgranddaughter Mia who arrives in June. Bill was Predeceased by his father William (Billy Joe), his mother Vivian Smith and his brother Bob.
Billy was with Northern Electric and Bell Canada retiring as Network Maintenance Manager after 30 years. In his retirement he volunteered with St. Alfreds Out of the Cold and St. Catharines Life Lease Corporation. He was also an altar server for funerals at St. Alfreds church. An avid sportsman, Bill played golf up until Covid, thanks to his devoted buddies. He was also a fan of the Buffalo Bills attending games for over 40 years as well as 2 Superbowls.
He was very proud of his family and was happiest with them around him. Leo was the light of his life.
As per Bill’s wishes; Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Passfield Mortuary Services Inc. 341 Linwell Rd. St. Catharines.
There will be a Funeral Mass on Saturday, March 4th at 12 noon at St. Alfreds Church at Vine and Carlton Sts. Visitation will take place from 10am to 12. There will be a light reception following in St. Marks Room.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Alzheimer’s Society or St. Alfreds Out of the Cold would be appreciated by the family.
Profound thanks to the staff in Emergency and Palliative Care at the hospital, and to all the friends who travelled this journey with us. You will never be forgotten.