A Painesville resident ,Bill was born on September 15, 1921 in Perry and passed away on July 24, 2014

Bill retired as a welder for the B &O Railroad in Fairport Harbor, and was a Foreman for the Republic Steel Lime Plant in Grand River. He also was employed by the Society of Rehabilitation He served in the US Coast Guard Merchant Marines.

Bill was a member of St. Mary Church and the Elks Lodge 549 in Painesville, and the Fairport Harbor Senior Citizens Center. He enjoyed golfing and bowling . He was also active in coaching Baseball and loved watching golf on television.

Survived by, Sons, William J. (Cindy) Kozane James V. Kozane

Daughter, Rebecca M.(John Hancharik Grandchildren Kyle Kozane Jacqueline Rogers, Jessica Hancharik Nephew Joe Kozane

Preceded in death by, Wife, Lillie (Popely) Kozane Parents, Frank and Mary Kozane Siblings, Mary Morton, Joseph Kozane, Ann Nelson and Margie Ross Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Painesville In Lieu of flowers contribuions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve 5786 Heisley Rd.