William Emil "Bill" Jansky

William Emil “Bill” Jansky, age 67, of West Lafayette, Indiana died peacefully Thursday, August 11, 2022 in the comfort of his family’s presence.

His life began September 12, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois, one of eleven children born to Emil and Frances Jansky.   

Bill loved to ride his Harley and was passionate about working on them as much as he could.  He was a goofy and energetic person. He cherished spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and had six chihuahuas that he adored.                  

Bill will be greatly missed by family and friends.  He is survived by three daughters, Gretchen (John) Robbins of Bridgman, Carrie (Richard) Cardone of New Buffalo, Jessica (Cole) Gatilff of Wanatah, Indiana; one son, Rich (Erica) Akins of Lafayette, Indiana; fourteen grandchildren; several great grandchildren; one sister, Elizabeth Byers, three brothers, Edward Jansky, Ron (Pam) Jansky, David (Lanelle) Jansky; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; the love of his life, Jo Ann Jansky; one son, Lorne Akins; one granddaughter, Cheyanne Akins; three sisters, Laura, Linda, Diane; three brothers, Donald, Frankie, Chuckie.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Bill’s life at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 21, 2022 at Toth Street Park, 9841 Toth Street, Bridgman, Michigan 49106.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Bill be made to Caring Circle Hospice, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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