Mr. William Francis "Willie" Pulice
January 22, 1929 ~ September 29, 2022
Born in:
Weirton, WV
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
William F. “Willie “ Pulice of Weirton, WV passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022 with his loving family at his side. He was 93.
William was born in Weirton, WV on January 22, 1929, one of six children born to Francesco and Pasqualina Rotell Pulice.
Willie grew up in Weirton and joined the United States Marine Corp at a young age. After serving his country, he returned home and started his 37-year career at Weirton Steel where he was an engineer on the railroad.
Willie married Ann Balak on April 20, 1950. They were blessed with three children and eventually seven grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Sadly, Ann passed away on June 2, 1987.
Willie was a dedicated member of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church.
A junior black belt in Kung Fu, Willie was always in the best of shape as he enjoyed a lifetime of working out and running. He loved to take care of his lawn and enjoyed working in his garden and cooking for his family.
Most of all he cherished the times with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, and his wife Ann, Willie was preceded in death by his brothers, John, Robert, Dominic and Joseph.
He will be remembered with love and admiration by his daughter, Patricia (John) Rice, his sons, Frank (Linda) Pulice and William “Willie”(Denise) Pulice; his sister, Frances (Robert) Dankovchik; his grandchildren, Carrie Pulice, Frank A. (Connie) Pulice, Michael D. Pulice, Jenee (Jonathan) Barney, Brianne Pulice, Ian and Jonathan “Jo Jo” Rice; his great grandchildren, Dylan and Pasqualina Pulice, Ariana and Aliyah Barney and Ryan Bergman.
Visitation will be Sunday 1-4 PM and 6 – 8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM on Monday at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church 229 California Avenue Weirton.
Pastor V. Rev. Dennis R. Schuelkens, V.E. will preside.
Entombment will follow at Saint Paul Cemetery with military services.
Mr. Pulice’s family is very grateful for the wonderful and loving care of Rhonda Quatrocchi and her staff at Grace Cottage.
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Services
Visitation: October 2, 2022 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
www.grecohertnick.com
Visitation: October 2, 2022 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
www.grecohertnick.com
Mass of Christian Burial: October 3, 2022 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church
229 California Avenue
Weirton, WV 26062
304-723-2054
Bob Arlia & Harry Logan
Willie, I will forever miss you!!!! You were like a grandpa to me. I always enjoyed our talks and making you laugh all the time when I was being silly. I will forever miss you at work. It will not be the same without my William Francis David Pulice or what I always called you ( well yelled) WILLARD!!!!! I will also miss hearing you scream ASHLEYYYYYYY, when you iPad was not working! 🤣 Rest In Peace my dear friend you deserve it. Tell my mother I love her! So many memories I will cherish forever! I love you my dear friend.
Sorry to hear of Willies’ passing. It was a pleasure getting to know him the last few years. God bless his family during this difficult time.
Tim and Lisa
Willie…the cottages will never be the same…I know you are at peace and you said you were ready…but I’m selfish…I wanted to keep you so much longer…I am glad you are no longer in pain and I can’t wait to see you again dancing with Jesus…”Here she is…Miss America” haha…I can here you singing it and I always gave you my princess wave…I will miss you and your laughter…
Much love and prayers to his entire family and friends…
Frankie, Willie and Patty: I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your father. We have been so blessed to have at least 1 of our parents still in our lives this long. May he Rest In Peace & enjoy your mom once again. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Debbie Ward
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Pulice Family on your loss.
Our sincerest sympathy to Patty and the Pulice family. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories. God Bless and may he RIP.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He was such a fine human being and a great neighbor. They don’t make em like him anymore. Just the salt of the earth. I always remember driving to work and seeing him out walking no matter what the weather was. So dedicated to taking care of himself. He was truly an inspiration. May he Rest In Peace.
So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with all of the Pulice family.
I always remember your Dad when the three of you (Willie & Frank) happened to be at Fitness World at the same time. The interaction between Mr Pulice and his two sons usually ended up cracking up the entire gym! Your father always had a big smile on his face and always asked how you were doing.
Very gregarious with a heart as big as his personality.
John Kuntupis
Mr. Pulice was a great man. He exemplified kindness. He taught us young fellas in the gym many wonderful character building traits. I always enjoyed seeing Mr. Pulice smile.
– Skins Orecchio