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1919 - 2008
 AGE: 89
KESELOWSKI, William Bill
Paw Paw
Bill passed away Tuesday evening September 2, 2008 at Bronson LakeView Hospital, Paw Paw. He was born January 12, 1919 in Detroit. He was most proud to be part of the 96th Infantry Division called the Dead Eyes serving in World War II. He was a staff sergeant and was awarded the bronze star for his meritorious achievements. He was a life member of the V.F.W. Post # 2532, American Legion Post #68, a member of St. Marys Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #3798. Bill retired from the Checker Motors Corp. in 1982. Bill was the most wonderful father, grandfather and husband to our mother, Nellie before her passing in 1999. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Casanto. Surviving are a son and spouse, Billy and Cindy Keselowski of Schoolcraft; two daughters, Norma Bailey of Paw Paw, and Judy Keselowski of Paw Paw; 7 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Juriga of Lawton and Jean (Herb) Mortorff of Fennville; many wonderful nieces, nephews and friends, including his long time comrade John (Helen) Daley of Illinois. Family will receive friends Thursday evening (today) 5-8 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where a vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. this evening. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning 10:30 a.m. (9/5) at St. Marys Catholic Church, Paw Paw with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Paw Paw. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Marys School, Paw Paw.
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There are currently 3 condolences.
Darla Avard
dkavard@aol.com
Tuesday September 9, 2008 at
3:48 PM
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Bill & Cindy,
Remember the good times, share them and cherish them; for they will help you get through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Rick & Sally (Stewart) Yarbrough
SallyKYarbrough@aol.com
Friday September 5, 2008 at
6:57 PM
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Bill,Norma,Judy and Families,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your dad /grandpa. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Jill Casanto & family
Thursday September 4, 2008 at
3:51 PM
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember Aunt Barbara bringing me over to Mr. Keselowski's house and enjoyed my time over there with him and Nellie.
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