William Y. Chaika, 79

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – William Y. Chaika, of Hallworth House, died July 24 at Hallworth House. He was the beloved husband of the late Elaine (Ostrach) Chaika. Born in New York, N.Y., a son of the late Sol and Mildred (Cohen) Chaika, he had lived in Rhode Island since the early 1950s.

William was a founding partner of the law firm of Chaika & Chaika, retiring in 2011 after 50 years in practice. He was a past master of Roosevelt Lodge of the Masons and an avid pool player. Devoted father of Eric Chaika of Warwick, Daniel Chaika of Providence and the late Jeremy David Chaika. Dear brother of Barbara Reich of Plymouth, Mass. Loving grandfather of Benjamin, Jonathan, Rebecca, Alan and Sarah. Contributions in his memory may be made to Providence Animal Rescue League, 34 Elbow St., Providence, R.I. 02903.