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William R. Techanchuk

  • May 4, 2011
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
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“I remember Bill stopped to greet me and say "Hi" at an ORU homecoming a few years ago. I hadn't seen him since I had worked as Assistant Registrar...Read More » ”
1 of 30 | Posted by: Ken Hansson - Bolingbrook, IL

“To the Techanchuk Family: I am truly sorry and saddened to learn of the passing of Brother Bill. I just learned about his Homegoing from a fellow...Read More » ”
2 of 30 | Posted by: Brian Tada - Mill Valley, CA

“Dear Gaye, Billy and Family: We just learned today from Elinor Malindoski that Bill has passed into glory. We are so sorry for your loss. He...Read More » ”
3 of 30 | Posted by: Tom & Stacy Blackstone - Tampa, FL

“Hi Gaye, Mike Ash contacted us with the news.We did not even know Bill was fighting sickness.I owe him alot, he opened the RA door for me and...Read More » ”
4 of 30 | Posted by: Kyle and Debbie Booth - Anza, CA

“ORU Class of 1974 -- Gay: Sorry to hear of Bill's death. He was a good friend to many of us. I just wish I had known he was sick. You and your...Read More » ”
5 of 30 | Posted by: Myrna Sumner - Knoxville, TN

“So sorry to hear of your loss. Beieive me I know. I lost my husband of 33+ years Nov. 1st 2009. It still feels a little unreal but the pain dose get...Read More » ”
6 of 30 | Posted by: Donita (Gaasch) Lewis Wagoner, Ok ORU 1968 tp 1970 - OK

“Sorry to hear of Bill's passing, but rejoicing that he is with the Lord. I just began reconnecting with classmates from ORU in the last month. I...Read More » ”
7 of 30 | Posted by: Sharon Davis - Buckeye, AZ

“41 years of laughter & fun is what I remember about Bill & Gaye -- at ORU and then in VB. What a blessing Bill's life was. Gaye, Billy, Doug & family...Read More » ”
8 of 30 | Posted by: Karen Robinson - St. Louis, MO

“Gaye, we just now found out about Bill this weekend and wanted to convey our prayers for you and the family. The several years we spent living and...Read More » ”
9 of 30 | Posted by: Scott & Lydia Smith - Brentwood , TN

“Gaye, I seldom open Facebook, so you can understand my shock at Bill's passing. ORU was a special place and Bill was a special friend. We bonded as...Read More » ”
10 of 30 | Posted by: Paul Ott - Austin, TX

“Gaye: I am so sorry for your loss. Everything I know about Bill is that he was an incredible man of God, husband, father, grandfather, friend,and...Read More » ”
11 of 30 | Posted by: linda a. ciely - VA

“Dear Gaye, Billy and family, We just heard of Bill's passing this morning and are sharing in your sorrow at not having him with you, joy that he is...Read More » ”
12 of 30 | Posted by: Becky Schnake - Durham, NC

“To all of the family, our thoughts are with you as you celebrate Bill's life. What wonderful testimonies of a race well run! ”
13 of 30 | Posted by: Bob and Judi Eames - Tulsa, OK

“Gay and the Family, We just found about Bill this morning to say we where shocked and davstated is a small part of what we feel. Bill has always...Read More » ”
14 of 30 | Posted by: Huey & Linda Warnick - VA

“Gaye, please accept our sincere condolences . As the first mentor couple at then VBCLC, your leadership was paramount to the success we enjoy today...Read More » ”
15 of 30 | Posted by: Roberto and Josefina Parales - VA

“Billy--your death seems so surreal. You have been always a great friend, and though over the past number of years, we have not had as much contact...Read More » ”
16 of 30 | Posted by: David G. Lalka, PhD - Nashville, TN

“We pray for the Holy Spirit to comfort all of the members of your family and bring peace and strength during times of discouragement. We thank God...Read More » ”
17 of 30 | Posted by: Mike & Stephanie Miller - NC

“Gaye, Jennifer and I wouldn't be the same if it wasn't for you and Bill. Your example of what a healthy, fun and loving marriage looks like has...Read More » ”
18 of 30 | Posted by: James & Jennifer Shupert - VA

“Dear Gaye, Billy, Doug, Elsie and families, Our hearts are sadden today as we received the news of Bill's going home, yet we rejoice in the...Read More » ”
19 of 30 | Posted by: George & Barb Grosshans - Tianjin, VA

“We'll miss your smiling face Bill, we know we'll see you again. You have left behind a great legacy for your family and friends. To know you are...Read More » ”
20 of 30 | Posted by: Debbie & Robin Boyette - VA

“Dear Gaye, Billy and family, We just learned of Bill's passing and it struck us both very hard. We remember the many dinners we spent together and...Read More » ”
21 of 30 | Posted by: Dr. Michael and Beth Ash - MO

“Dear Gaye, I am so sorry for your loss, I will be praying for peace and solace for you and your family. May God bless. ”
22 of 30 | Posted by: Heidi Magyar - Virginia Beach, VA

“i am going to miss this great man!bill was always upbeat and such a positive attitude!i enjoyed talking to him about russia,traveling,music etc.bill...Read More » ”
23 of 30 | Posted by: nicole dickerson - virginia beach, VA

“Bill was a wonderful role model for me when I was a student at ORU. I remember him as a voice of reason and support. May he rest in peace, and rise...Read More » ”
24 of 30 | Posted by: The Rev. Wm. Blake Rider - NY

“Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Techanchuk and Tabor family. ”
25 of 30 | Posted by: Jeremiah Tabor - Pembroke, MA

“Bill never knew a stranger and always put your need or care first, no matter how he may have been feeling..He showed the love and the heart of Christ...Read More » ”
26 of 30 | Posted by: Tommy & Susie Hawthorne - VA

“Bill was an upperclassman when I was a freshman at Oral Roberts University. He was a friend to me from the day I met him. Always kind, always...Read More » ”
27 of 30 | Posted by: Chris and Linda Busch - Tulsa, OK

“Gaye I remembering working with Bill when I started at ORU - just got the word tonight on Facebook that he had passed away. I am so sorry for your...Read More » ”
28 of 30 | Posted by: Amy Dykes - Pittsburgh, PA

“Gaye, So shocked to hear about Bill. Please know that you are in our prayers. We just buried my grandmother, and we look forward to a great...Read More » ”
29 of 30 | Posted by: Pastors Pat and Lynn Murphy - PA

“Well done thou good and FAITHFUL servant! The world's loss is Heaven's gain. Our love and prayers go out to Gaye and the family. John & Ellie Osteen ”
30 of 30 | Posted by: John & Ellie Osteen - VA


William R. Techanchuk, 61, of the 2600 block of Pleasant Acres Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, passed away May 4, 2011, in his home. A native of New Jersey, he was the son of the late William Techanchuk. He was a member, Elder and part of the Pastoral Staff at Wave Church. He was a loving and loyal husband, father and grandfather for over 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Gaye Techanchuk; his son, William R. Techanchuk, Jr. and wife Nichole; his mother, Elsie Techanchuk; his brother, Douglas Techanchuk; and three grandchildren, Savannah, Sophia and Sydney Techanchuk. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Wave Church with Pastor Steve Kelly officiating. The burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wave Church Missions Program, 1000 Great Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23454 or Orphans Tree Lakinsk Orphanage, 1413 Dark Pine Ct., Monument, CO 80132. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.