William J. Birks, III (Billy), 30, of West Chester, PA passed away on February 8, 2015.
Born in 1984 in Phoenixville, PA, William was the beloved son of Deborah T. (Ruzowicz) and William J. Birks, Jr.
He was the loving brother of Caitlin Birks (fiancé, David Nicholson) of West Chester, PA; beloved grandson of V. Theresa Ruzowicz and Janice Birks; dear nephew of Charlene Slocum (Robert) and Anthony Ruzowicz (Lisa); dear cousin of Brian and Jeff Slocum.
Billy worked as a salesperson in the financial services industry, he was an avid lover of sports (especially football) and playing cards with his friends. He enjoyed writing, cooking, vacationing in Duck, N.C. with his family, and spending time with his dog, Guston.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 13, 2015 at The Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000, where friends may greet his family from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to Brotherly Love House, 234 E. Penn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 or NOPE (Narcotics, Overdose, Prevention & Education).
Online condolences at www.donohuefuneralhome.com.