William Edward Wornica

William Edward Wornica, 80, of Beach City, died Monday, August 3, 2020 at his home following a lengthy illness.

A son of the late William G. and Josephine M. (Vanke) Wornica, William was born December 8, 1939 at Akron, Ohio.

William was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a long time employee for the City of Akron Water Department. In his younger years he enjoyed golfing and fishing.

He is survived by his wife Cheryl (Smith) Katz whom he married on May 10, 2010; his children, Steven Wornica, Cheryl Keele and Paul Wornica; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother.

William was preceded in death by his parents and former wife, Nina Wornica.

In keeping with William’s wishes, cremation will take place through the care of the Geib Funeral Center at Dover. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2020 in Rose Hill Cemetery at Massillon.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Crossroads Hospice, 3743 Boettler Oaks Drive, Green, OH 44685.