William G. Kotzuba, of Melrose, passed away on Tuesday January 27, 2015 at the age of 53. He is survived by his wife Helen M. Kotzuba, Daughter Amanda Kotzuba and her fiancé Andrew Rowe, Sons Eric and Michael Coughlin and Grandson Nathan Rowe all of Melrose. Son of the late Michael Kotzuba and the late Susan Kotzuba, Brother of Jean Hamilton and her husband Keith of Wakefield, James Kotzuba and his wife Nancy of Somerville and Paul Kotzuba and his wife Tina of Melrose and the late Nancy Kotzuba of Medford. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. William was raised in Somerville, MA and graduated from Somerville High School. He continued his education at Boston College and went on to open his own construction business where he specialized in painting and remodeling. He enjoyed all sports, especially golf and basketball. William loved spending time with his grandson, his Little Rascal, playing ball outside in the yard and blowing bubbles. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 10:00AM at Saint Joseph's Parish, 173 Albion Street in Wakefield, MA. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that a donation be made in William's name to a charity in need. Arrangements by the Gately Funeral Home in Melrose. For directions & to sign online condolence visit www.gatelyfh.com