William J. Hichak, Jr., a lifelong resident of Wappingers Falls, died at home on February 12, 2022. He was 55.

Born on October 23, 1966 in Yonkers, he was the son of William and Eleanor (Pietschker) Hichak.

Billy was a dedicated employee at Stop & Shop. He worked hard throughout the years and climbed his way to a manager position. This year would have marked 40 years with the company. He was a proud member of the UFCW Local 1500. Billy was passionate about his sports teams. He faithfully supported the Mets, Giants, and the Knicks. However, his biggest passion was the love he shared with his three children.

He was a devoted father to Nicholas, Vincent, and Madison. Additional survivors include his loving parents William and Eleanor; his brother Joseph Hichak; his brother Michael Hichak and his wife Regina; his sister Deborah Townsend and her husband David; and he was a proud uncle to his five nieces and one nephew.

Calling hours will be held from 4 to 8pm on Wednesday, February 16, at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. A funeral service will take place at 7:30pm.The family will gather at 9am on Thursday at the funeral home for the procession to Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.

Please visit Billy's Book of Memories at www.McHoulFuneralHome.com.