Mr. William “Bill” Shubat, age 87 years, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 with his family by his side.
Bill was born in Zlobin, Croatia on September 8, 1927 to Ivan and Dragica Shubat. They immigrated to Canada in 1936, settling in Port Arthur. He married Amelia “Amy” Domineck on June 4, 1955 and together they raised their family. Bill had a 20 year career as an electrician at Provincial Paper Mill; then opting for a challenge, he changed his vocation in 1969 becoming a high school teacher at Lakeview HS. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lakehead University in 1977.
As a ‘student of life’ Bill had a keen interest in current events and history. Some of his many pastimes included prospecting, woodworking, assisting with electrical repairs, and completing his daily crossword puzzle.
He was an avid sportsman, playing volleyball into his eighties. Bill was a devoted caregiver with a strong social conscience; a community-minded person, who volunteered for many organizations including Meals on Wheels, 55 Plus Centre, and the Croatian Home Society. Bill was a life-long member of St. Andrew's RC Church and he actively participated in the church choir.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife Amy; children and grandchildren Debbie (Greg Benson, son Nicholas); Valerie (Gary Silbernagel); Michael (Debbie, sons Brad and Matt); Robert (daughters Caliegh and Morgan); and Jim (Els Vanbeckevoort, children Rebecca, Daniel and Luka); sister Milly Peloza (John) and sister-in-law Jackie Domineck as well as numerous nephews and other relatives.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, his brother Ernest and other relatives.
Funeral Services for the late Mr. William Shubat will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 with family and friends gathering in St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church for a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in the family plot at St. Andrews Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening after 5:30 pm in the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley Street at Algoma, with Vigil Prayers offered 6:30 pm.
Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Bill may be made to the charity of your choice.
