Was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 23, 2017, age 74 years. Beloved husband for 49 years of Diane (nee DeGraves). Cherished father of Billy, Bob (Julie), Brian (Tirsa), Beth, B.J., Brandon (Sheri), Barry (Beth) and the late Benjamin Joseph. Proud Grandpa of Joey, Amy, Kamryn, Reece, Preston, Blake, Myles and Strider. Dear brother of Clarence (Patti) Kirchoff, the late Clarice, the late Sharon and the late Joim. Life long friend of Joanne and Cliff Audlett. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and countless friends. Bill was the owner of the former Franceska Villa Green Restaurant in Greendale and a retiree of Milwaukee County. A Special thanks to the staff of St. Luke's-MRICU, Dr. Rihawi and Homestead Senior Care (Kevin). Visitation at the Funeral Home Sunday, February 26, 2017, 3:00-7:00 PM, prayer service at 7:00 PM. Additional visitation on Monday, 10:00-11:00 AM at ST. CHARLES BORROMEO CHURCH, 3100 W. Parnell Ave., Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home South Suburban Chapel 6080 South 27th Street 414-282-6080