In loving memory of

William A. Wieskus
October 8, 1937 - October 28, 2017

William A. Wieskus, age 80, of Berkeley Township passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Community Medical Center in Toms River. Born in Bronx, NY, he lived in Englewood and Bergenfield before settling in Toms River in 2004.

Prior to retiring in 1999, Mr. Wieskus was a Chief Lineman for Con-Ed for forty years. He was a member and Past Exalted Ruler of the Dumont Elks Lodge #2593. He enjoyed fishing, and spending time with family.

He was predeceased by his parents, William and Wilhelmina (Halblau) Wieskus, and by his brother, Ralph Wieskus. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; his daughter, Kimberly Kassel and her husband Patrick of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA; a sister, Annett Paris and her husband Pat of El Cajon, CA; a sister-in-law, Sandra Wieskus of Bogota, NJ; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at Horizon Funeral & Cremation Services, 1329 Route 37 W, Toms River, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 9:30 am at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Toms River, followed by an interment 11:30 AM at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Provinceline Road, Wrightstown, NJ.

Tributes

Renee Driscoll wrote on Nov 2, 2017:

"We're all going to miss Bill to the max. We're here for you Ginnie. Loved that man."

Joan lynch wrote on Oct 31, 2017:

"May god bless you during this difficult time. All our love, Joan and Jay "

Lois Folk wrote on Oct 31, 2017:

"Dear Ginny, We are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great, husband, father, friend & a truly sincere brother-in-law. He will be missed by all but will always be here in spirit. Love You, Lois & Frank "

Stan Prager wrote on Oct 31, 2017:

"Dear Ginnie and family; On behalf of the USS Warrington (DD843) Alumni, we send our deepest condolences for the loss of our shipmate Bill. We will remember him as a "Life" member of the Alumni, and a frequent attendee at our reunions. He will surely be missed, and we will acknowledge his passing in the next newsletter, as well as in our Memorial Service next year. May Bill rest in peace with his shipmates in "Heavens Fleet". Stan & Lee Prager"

Barbara Cimicata wrote on Oct 31, 2017:

"My heartfelt condolences to Ginnie, Kim and the rest of Bill's loved ones. Please know that he left this world a better place. Rest in peace, Bill, you were a great person and will be missed by all who knew you. With my deepest sympathy, Barbara Cimicata"

Kimberly Wieskus-Kassel wrote on Oct 30, 2017:

"We are all truly lost, my heart is broken. I have no words. RIP Daddy. I love you more....."

Marian Tagliareni wrote on Oct 30, 2017:

"Sincere condolences Ginnie, Kim and family. I can't finds the words to express my sadness with Bill's passing. He was a true friends to Anthony and me. We all share so many fond memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.... May he rest inn eternal peace. "

Edie and Joe wrote on Oct 30, 2017:

"Our hearts are broken but we know you are at peace and have no more pain. We will miss you terribly. "

Michael Zippert wrote on Oct 30, 2017:

"Dear Ginnie and Family Beth and I send our deepest Condolences for Your loss. Bill will be sorely missed as a wonderful friend and Shipmate. Mike and Beth Z."

Donna Frassetto wrote on Oct 30, 2017:

"God Bless His Soul ???"