William "Buck" Wadkowski
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On Sunday, July 11, 2021, William "Buck" Wadkowski was called home by our heavenly father.
Buck is survived by his soulmate of 50 years, Debra Wadkowski, and his children: Robin Ward (Mike), Ryan Wadkowski (Erin), John Wadkowski (Monica), and Amy Krevenas (Johnny). He was the loving 'Pap Pap" of 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Buck was born on August 22, 1952, in Braddock, Pennsylvania. His career in construction took him to Colorado, then eventually Santa Paula, California, where he settled and spent his final 32 years.
The love of his children led him into volunteering as a coach of Little League baseball and Isbell Middle School basketball teams. After his children were grown, Buck continued to volunteer as a baseball umpire to the community's youth. In the year 2000, he received the Season Dedication Award in appreciation of his support to the Santa Paula Little League.
Buck was a dedicated parishioner of St. Sebastian's Church. He served on the Parish Council, mentored couples Pre-Baptism, sponsored youths to receive Sacraments, and served as a Lector and Eucharistic Minister. He also managed the Prison Ministry program of the Angel Tree, which provided many children gifts for Christmas.
Buck had a deep love for the ocean, where he created lifelong memories with his family. He was most happy with a fishing pole in is hands and his line in the water. His love for the sea spread to his children and grandchildren.
He was greeted at the gates of Heaven by family who passed before him.
A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at 7 pm, and Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at 11 am at St. Sebastian's Church followed by graveside services at Santa Paula Cemetery.
To sign the family's online guestbook, share stories and post pictures please visit our website www.santapaulafuneralhome.com and click on William's name located in Recent Obituaries.
Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Family Owned & Operated Robert Rey Garc?a Jr Funeral Services, Santa Paula, CA 805.229.7054