Service Details
Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic there will be a memorial service 0n Friday, July 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Union Grove. Janice would like to thank Dr. Zaheer and all the nurses on the second floor of Ascension All-Saints for their care and kindness she will never forget you.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Janice who will be establishing an educational fund for their two granddaughters.
William G. Boeck (Bill), 76, passed away at Ascension-All Saints on Thursday, January 14th, 2021. He was born in Racine on March 10th, 1944 the son of the late Lesley and Doris (nee: Ruzicka) Boeck.
Bill was a graduate of Washington Park High School Class of ’62. On September 16th, 1967, in St. Patrick’s Church, he was united in marriage to Janice Mary Zierke. Bill served his country, joining the Army from 1962-1965. He was stationed in Germany working for the post office. Following his service, he worked at the family business, Boeck Fuel Co. He then worked for Walker Manufacturing and Jacobsen’s in Racine. Bill went on to be employed by the U.S. Post Office for over 20 years, retiring in 2004. He grew up spending summers at his grandparents’ cottage on Pine Lake. His grandfather taught him to fish and shoot and his parents eventually built on the same lake, which gave him a lifetime of memories that he shared with his family.
Bill was a family man who always put his family first. When Jan began teaching full time, he supported her by typing curriculum for over 19 years. He always looked forward to having his children and grandchildren around. Bill and Jan were fortunate to have shared over 53 years of memories together that will always live on in their hearts.
Bill enjoyed flying airplanes, working on cars, snowmobiling, and riding his Harley. He always dreamed of flying and enjoyed piloting 3 ultra-lite aircraft and built a hanger at Idle Wild airport in Wild Rose, WI. He met many of his lifelong friends flying during the summers. His pride and joy was his black 1999 Camaro SS. Bill and Jan belonged to the Snowmads and Hiawatha Snowmobile Clubs, as well as the H.O.G and Retreads Motorcycle Clubs.
Surviving are his wife, Janice, their children, Heather Boeck, of Montgomery, IL, and Justin Boeck, of Miami, FL; two granddaughters, Olivia, and Morgan; two brothers, Robert (Joy) Boeck, of Racine, and James (Debbie) Boeck, of Oak Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents, Les and Doris Boeck, his brother, Thomas Boeck, his grandparents, Anthony and Valasta Ruzicka and Frank and Charlotte Boeck. Other relatives and friends are also remembered.
Sara Coleman says
Jan, Heather and family – I am so very sorry to learn this news. I have great happy memories with you all. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Laura Lee Dominguese says
I’m so sad for your loss. I enjoyed working with Bill at the West Racine POs. He will be missed.
Mary and Mike Berg says
You will always be in our hearts Billy Boy.
Mary Rother says
Jan, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff Nelson says
Godspeed Bill. You were an amazing man and cousin. You will surely be missed.
Darlene and Randy Biedrzycki says
Randy and I are so sad to learn about Bill’s passing. We have many great memories of spending time with you and Bill at different functions. Please know that we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. Sending hugs and prayers!!!
Sheila lopour says
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
Elaine wells says
Nice guy, my thoughts and prayers are with you Jan and your family, got a really big hug for you Jan when you get here
Connie & Dick Krueger says
Our deepest sympathy to Jan and the family. Bill will always be remembered as a good friend .
Connie & Dick Krueger says
Our deepest sympathies to Jan & the family. Bill was always a good friend through snowmobiling, motorcycle rides, and car rides.
Laura & Glenn Adams says
I am so sad to lose my pen-pal of 59 years! We met through my brother Steve who took Army Basic Training with Bill in 1962 & we became pen-pals! As the years passed, we met our future spouses & raised our families, and our families continued as pen-pals! I always knew Bill to be an stand-up guy and a dear friend! My heart is with Jan and her extended family. Love you all!
Anonymous says
To Jan and family, We were so saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Our memories of Bill are all happy ones related to our Harley vacations and our snowmobile trips together. We pray your warm memories bring you comfort during this very difficult and confusing time. God Bless you all.
Sincerely, Bill and Elaine Beck
Carol and Bruce Basch says
Jan and Family, you are in our thoughts and know that Bill is watching over you all . We miss you Jan and Lazy River misses you as well.
Pat Nelson-Bullis says
Jan and Family,
So very sorry to hear of Bill’s death. I have many cherished childhood memories of him as my older, fun and “very cool” cousin when we spent time together at Pine Lake. He was a good guy …
Jessie and Bill Zamecnik says
The Breckinridge Family, so sad. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Jan, many fond memories.
Laurel and Kay Klonkowski says
Jan and family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Gail Toler says
My sympathy and prayers Jan to you , Heather and Justin. May God bless you and keep you in his arms! Memories sustain us! Love, Gail Toler
Margaret and Larry Spaulding Sr. says
Jan and family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. May he rest in peace.