William James Wolsky, 75, of Port Charlotte, Florida died Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Peace River Regional Medical Center, Port Charlotte. He was born December 10, 1938 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey to the late Frank and Elizabeth Wolsky and lives between Port Charlotte, Florida and Boulder, Colorado. He graduated from the University of Colorado…
Continue ReadingWilliam James Wolsky, 75, of Port Charlotte, Florida died Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Peace River Regional Medical Center, Port Charlotte.
He was born December 10, 1938 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey to the late Frank and Elizabeth Wolsky and lives between Port Charlotte, Florida and Boulder, Colorado. He graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Pharmacology and later completed his MBA of Finance at Regis University.
William retired as President and Chief Executive Officer for IMI Norgren, USA after 31 years, and was responsible for multiple sites and people around the world. He lit a lot of candles along the way, making IMI Norgren a brighter place to work.
His biggest enjoyments were spending time with family & friends and participating in outdoor sports, particularly golf and fishing.
He is survived by his loving family, his wife of 52 years, Joyce Wolsky of Boulder, CO; a son, William J. (Gena) Wolsky, Jr. of Creve Coeur, MO; a brother, Thomas Wolsky of Basking Ridge, NJ; and three grandchildren, Beau, Victoria, and Kristofer. He was preceded in death by his brother Frank. William will be dearly missed by his family and all those whose hearts he’s touched.
Visitation will be held Friday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel and will be followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM. Interment will be held at a later date in Colorado.
Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.
Gerald Murchion
left a message on March 16, 2014:
I very much liked getting to know Bill on the golf course and after, sharing drinks and stories at the clubhouse . I think we had a closer relationship because we both started life in New Jersey . I spent my early days in Maplewood , New Jersey . Bill will be missed by all.
Gerry Murchison
Mike Vinski
left a message on March 12, 2014:
Bill taught me alot about life, how to work hard, how to play hard and how to show respect for people. Bill was truly loved and respected by all who had the privelege of knowing him. We are all deeply saddened by this loss and our thoughts and prayers are with Joyce, Bill Jr and the rest of the family.
Patrick J. Maley
left a message on March 12, 2014:
Our prayers and hearts go out to Joyce , Bill Jr. the grandchildren and the rest of the family as they mourn the loss of William J. a true family man. Bill absolutely adored his wife Joyce, and would brag about her often. When Bill had an audience to give him a good listening to, you could be sure his family was a part of the discussion. And Bill had many opportunities and audiences to share his stories, explain new manufacturing concepts or simply explain the meaning of the words "angular momentum". Bill was extremely proud of his son "Billy". Bill and Bill Jr. entered and won many golf tournaments over the years. speaking with Bill just several weeks ago I believe he told me they won a tournament as recently as last summer. Bill had many talents and skills and he excelled in anything he tried. You could say Bill was a natural athlete. And William J. was a fierce competitor as well. All of this made William J. Wolsky a winner for sure.
Bill and I worked together since 1983. He spent most of his career in Manufacturing while I spent most of my career in Sales and Marketing. This might help explain why we didn't always agree on every issue. Every year since his retirement, Bill and I have had long and lively telephone conversations or a round of golf at Pinehurst Country Club. Bill won every golf game every year we played.
WI have many wonderful memories from our relationship. I feel fortunate to have known Bill for so many years, but even more, I am proud to have made a true friend. We will all miss his quick smile and hearty laugh.
Barbara Bender
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Joyce
My thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Don McMahan
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Joyce I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mary Ellen Sawyer
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Bill was such a good guy. I worked for him at Norgren and he was a great leader. I am so sorry for his loss, and wish peace for those he's left behind.
Byron McCalmon
left a message on March 14, 2014:
Joyce - Cathy and my thoughts are with you and your family. Byron McCalmon
The Woelz Family
left a message on March 14, 2014:
JOYCE AND FAMILY,
Our love and sympathy go out to all of you on this sad ,sad day.May you find some comfort ,in your grief ,in the fact that you are together as a loving family.....May the LORD richly bless you at this time.
Fondly,
Karl and Joy Woelz.
Jennifer (Williams) Torres
left a message on March 14, 2014:
Billy,
So sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Jenny
Bobbie Mues
left a message on March 8, 2015:
A year has passed since the loss of my dear friend from Bernards High School days. Our Class of 1956 has started plans for our 60th Reunion and Bill and Joyce were always with us when possible. Just know that Bill will be remembered with love for always and forever by many!
Clayton Fryer-"ski"
left a message on March 16, 2014:
The sport of skiing really made him beam.
You had it made being on his “ski” team!
Bill sought out the best,
Put them to the test
Mentoring his group, in the NORGREN “scheme”!
So this is it, to Bill Wolsky, a Toast!
A Renaissance Man, a gracious Host.
He walked the walk,
And talked the talk
And made his mark, Coast to Coast!
God Bless his family, his memory, and his "ski" team! Cf
John Groot
left a message on March 17, 2014:
I am retired from the Knotts Company in Berkeley Heights, NJ and a Norgren distributor. I found him a genuine gentleman and a pleasure to know.and do business with.
Tom Nguyen
left a message on March 17, 2014:
Joyce,
I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s death. He was a great leader, teacher and mentor. I came to work at Norgren in May 1993 as a Design Manufacturing Engineer. We had many review meetings in the Executive Boardroom - how I learned of the word bigwig at these meetings!
I was fortunate to travel with Bill to Shanghai China in 1999, at the layover in Narita Japan, Untied Airline announced that our flight was canceled and United transferred us to a Hong Kong Airline, Dragonair. That’s when Bill asked me “what do you know about this Dragonair?” My answer was, from an engineering perspective, moving at the speed 430mph, the standard seatbelt will not save us… anyhow, when we landed in Shanghai at 1:00AM, Bill said I will never fly with Dragonair again.
I remember seeing Bill at a CU football game in Boulder, we conversed on things that matter in our live, our friends and relationships matter, taking care of ourselves and each other and not allowing our deeply rooted personal priorities, which are what in so many ways define us, to get lost in all the other things that matter… he will be missed and hope your memories of him will be some comfort to you. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your longtime friend and partner.
Sincerely,
Tom Nguyen
Barbara Peterson
left a message on March 19, 2014:
Such sad news. Bill hired me at Norgren..twice! He was always fun to tease and be teased by; great wit and wonderful sense of humor. He was a gracious host, showing my parents around the plant, and so polite with my Mom that I think she had a crush on him!
Bill had also encouraged me to get back to my artistic roots, even purchasing a painting from me a few years ago.
One of those individuals who might have seemed rough on the outside at times, but soft on the inside. A genuine kind soul. So sorry for your loss.
Bobbie (Ortman) Mues
left a message on March 20, 2014:
Dear Joyce & Family: I am shocked and so very sad to hear of Bill's death. Our friendship is over 60 years old and we have stayed in touch through Bernards High School reunions and notes on Christmas cards! His journey through life has been an amazing one--his family, his career and accomplishments, his friends and all the lives he has touched--he gave 100% to all. Bill will be remembered by the Class of 1956 by giving a donation to the high school library in his name. I cherish so many wonderful memories. My deepest sympathy and love you, Joyce, and to your family. Bobbie
Joanie Gianquitti Murphy
left a message on March 20, 2014:
Dear Joyce and Family, I was shocked when I heard the sad news about Bill...I have know Bill for 70 years, starting at St. Elizabeth's grammar school and right on through Bernards High School...There is always a special bond between people who have grown up together.....I have lots of special memories of those years...Losing a loved one is one of life's toughest events....Death leaves a heartache no one can see, love leaves a memory no one can steal....t
Jake Miller
left a message on April 8, 2014:
i know Mr. Wolsky only from working with him at Norgren.
Mr. Wolsky was a sincere and was respectful of others, that and other things is what i admire about him.
very sad of his passing.
left a message:
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Gerald Murchion
left a message on March 16, 2014:
I very much liked getting to know Bill on the golf course and after, sharing drinks and stories at the clubhouse . I think we had a closer relationship because we both started life in New Jersey . I spent my early days in Maplewood , New Jersey . Bill will be missed by all.
Gerry Murchison
Mike Vinski
left a message on March 12, 2014:
Bill taught me alot about life, how to work hard, how to play hard and how to show respect for people. Bill was truly loved and respected by all who had the privelege of knowing him. We are all deeply saddened by this loss and our thoughts and prayers are with Joyce, Bill Jr and the rest of the family.
Patrick J. Maley
left a message on March 12, 2014:
Our prayers and hearts go out to Joyce , Bill Jr. the grandchildren and the rest of the family as they mourn the loss of William J. a true family man. Bill absolutely adored his wife Joyce, and would brag about her often. When Bill had an audience to give him a good listening to, you could be sure his family was a part of the discussion. And Bill had many opportunities and audiences to share his stories, explain new manufacturing concepts or simply explain the meaning of the words "angular momentum". Bill was extremely proud of his son "Billy". Bill and Bill Jr. entered and won many golf tournaments over the years. speaking with Bill just several weeks ago I believe he told me they won a tournament as recently as last summer. Bill had many talents and skills and he excelled in anything he tried. You could say Bill was a natural athlete. And William J. was a fierce competitor as well. All of this made William J. Wolsky a winner for sure.
Bill and I worked together since 1983. He spent most of his career in Manufacturing while I spent most of my career in Sales and Marketing. This might help explain why we didn't always agree on every issue. Every year since his retirement, Bill and I have had long and lively telephone conversations or a round of golf at Pinehurst Country Club. Bill won every golf game every year we played.
WI have many wonderful memories from our relationship. I feel fortunate to have known Bill for so many years, but even more, I am proud to have made a true friend. We will all miss his quick smile and hearty laugh.
Barbara Bender
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Joyce
My thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Don McMahan
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Joyce I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mary Ellen Sawyer
left a message on March 13, 2014:
Bill was such a good guy. I worked for him at Norgren and he was a great leader. I am so sorry for his loss, and wish peace for those he's left behind.
Byron McCalmon
left a message on March 14, 2014:
Joyce - Cathy and my thoughts are with you and your family. Byron McCalmon
The Woelz Family
left a message on March 14, 2014:
JOYCE AND FAMILY,
Our love and sympathy go out to all of you on this sad ,sad day.May you find some comfort ,in your grief ,in the fact that you are together as a loving family.....May the LORD richly bless you at this time.
Fondly,
Karl and Joy Woelz.
Jennifer (Williams) Torres
left a message on March 14, 2014:
Billy,
So sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Jenny
Bobbie Mues
left a message on March 8, 2015:
A year has passed since the loss of my dear friend from Bernards High School days. Our Class of 1956 has started plans for our 60th Reunion and Bill and Joyce were always with us when possible. Just know that Bill will be remembered with love for always and forever by many!
Clayton Fryer-"ski"
left a message on March 16, 2014:
The sport of skiing really made him beam.
You had it made being on his “ski” team!
Bill sought out the best,
Put them to the test
Mentoring his group, in the NORGREN “scheme”!
So this is it, to Bill Wolsky, a Toast!
A Renaissance Man, a gracious Host.
He walked the walk,
And talked the talk
And made his mark, Coast to Coast!
God Bless his family, his memory, and his "ski" team! Cf
John Groot
left a message on March 17, 2014:
I am retired from the Knotts Company in Berkeley Heights, NJ and a Norgren distributor. I found him a genuine gentleman and a pleasure to know.and do business with.
Tom Nguyen
left a message on March 17, 2014:
Joyce,
I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s death. He was a great leader, teacher and mentor. I came to work at Norgren in May 1993 as a Design Manufacturing Engineer. We had many review meetings in the Executive Boardroom - how I learned of the word bigwig at these meetings!
I was fortunate to travel with Bill to Shanghai China in 1999, at the layover in Narita Japan, Untied Airline announced that our flight was canceled and United transferred us to a Hong Kong Airline, Dragonair. That’s when Bill asked me “what do you know about this Dragonair?” My answer was, from an engineering perspective, moving at the speed 430mph, the standard seatbelt will not save us… anyhow, when we landed in Shanghai at 1:00AM, Bill said I will never fly with Dragonair again.
I remember seeing Bill at a CU football game in Boulder, we conversed on things that matter in our live, our friends and relationships matter, taking care of ourselves and each other and not allowing our deeply rooted personal priorities, which are what in so many ways define us, to get lost in all the other things that matter… he will be missed and hope your memories of him will be some comfort to you. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your longtime friend and partner.
Sincerely,
Tom Nguyen
Barbara Peterson
left a message on March 19, 2014:
Such sad news. Bill hired me at Norgren..twice! He was always fun to tease and be teased by; great wit and wonderful sense of humor. He was a gracious host, showing my parents around the plant, and so polite with my Mom that I think she had a crush on him!
Bill had also encouraged me to get back to my artistic roots, even purchasing a painting from me a few years ago.
One of those individuals who might have seemed rough on the outside at times, but soft on the inside. A genuine kind soul. So sorry for your loss.
Bobbie (Ortman) Mues
left a message on March 20, 2014:
Dear Joyce & Family: I am shocked and so very sad to hear of Bill's death. Our friendship is over 60 years old and we have stayed in touch through Bernards High School reunions and notes on Christmas cards! His journey through life has been an amazing one--his family, his career and accomplishments, his friends and all the lives he has touched--he gave 100% to all. Bill will be remembered by the Class of 1956 by giving a donation to the high school library in his name. I cherish so many wonderful memories. My deepest sympathy and love you, Joyce, and to your family. Bobbie
Joanie Gianquitti Murphy
left a message on March 20, 2014:
Dear Joyce and Family, I was shocked when I heard the sad news about Bill...I have know Bill for 70 years, starting at St. Elizabeth's grammar school and right on through Bernards High School...There is always a special bond between people who have grown up together.....I have lots of special memories of those years...Losing a loved one is one of life's toughest events....Death leaves a heartache no one can see, love leaves a memory no one can steal....t
Jake Miller
left a message on April 8, 2014:
i know Mr. Wolsky only from working with him at Norgren.
Mr. Wolsky was a sincere and was respectful of others, that and other things is what i admire about him.
very sad of his passing.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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