William J. "Bill" Jablonski

February 24, 2020

Passed peacefully in Arizona February 24, 2020 while surrounded by his family at the age of 73 years. Beloved and loving husband of Judy (nee Mayer), to whom he was married for 30 years. Loving Dad to son, William and daughter Amy (Bryan Kelly), Stepson James Mayer (Deborah). Proud Grandpa of Darby Reese who was the joy of his life. Dear brother of Rosalie Frey, Kathleen Arciszewski, Cheryl Ellis, and brother-in law Stuart Ellis. A special cousin, friend and brother, of Walter Jablonski. Further survived by many nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, his golf and fishing buddies. He was preceded in death by his parents Theodore and Cecelia Jablonski. Born and raised in Milwaukee, Bill attended SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Grade School and was a 1964 graduate of Boys Tech High School. Bill entered the U.S. Army Infantry in 1966 and served proudly as a member of the 101st Airborne Division-Screaming Eagles. He had a career in graphic arts and as a professional barber for 39 years. He was a member of Hales Corners American Legion Post #299 and the Sons of Neptune. A stranger to none, and a loyal friend to many, Bill retired to Sun Lakes, AZ where he played golf and acted in local plays. Bill was an artist and loved to dance, but most of all, he loved to have fun and did so in whatever he was doing. Bill will be remembered for his signature humor, warmth and good nature which brightened every setting he entered. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Legion Hales Corners or other Veterans charities would be appreciated. The family will receive relatives and friends for a Memorial Gathering Thursday, August 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the ROZGA-WALLOCH CHAPEL (4309 S. 20th St, Milwaukee 53221). Private inurnment will be held at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Union Grove. “He was our sunshine”