B.Sc. D.D.S. M.D.
Passed away peacefully on April 30, 2017 at the St. Catharines General Hospital in St. Catharines, ON at the age of 94.
Bill was born in Ituna Saskatchewan on June 11, 1922, the son of Ukrainian parents Frederick and Anna Tytaneck. After high school, Bill attended the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg where he graduated with distinction in Science (1943), then studied Dentistry at the University of Toronto graduating in 1946. After a stint in the Military Dental Corp, Bill met Theodosia (Zelinsky) who would become his bride of 70 years. Bill established his Dental practice in St. Catharines in 1946 largely to serve the Ukrainian community. Despite having established a successful dental practice, Bill’s true passion was Medicine. Every year he made his application to Medical School, then in August of 1953, he walked away from Dentistry and studied Medicine, graduating in 1957 from the University of Toronto and opening a general practice in St. Catharines.
Bill’s medical career spanned 5 decades where he made house calls, delivered babies as well as the office practice. He never left the office until everyone was accommodated. When St. Catharines was short of Anesthetists, Bill stepped up, took courses, and filled a void that was impacting the community. During his career, he very generously donated time and skills to many community organizations such as the St. John’s Ambulance and the Niagara Ostomy Association.
In addition to his devotion to work, Bill was an avid fisherman, hunter, golfer, gardener and bridge player. He and Theo enjoyed travelling.
Bill is survived by his spouse Theo in St. Catharines, son Robert (spouse Peggy), Grandchildren Janice (spouse Douglas) and William (spouse Nicole), Great Grandchildren Louisa, Elliot and Jacqui. Predeceased by daughter Lorraine, and brother Walter.
Bill was accomplished, passionate, caring and gentle in everything he did throughout his life.
Visitation on Friday May 5, 2017 at 10 am followed by a Memorial Service at 11 am will be held at Hulse and English Funeral Home, 75 Church St. St. Catharines.
Donations to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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