Following his release in 1982, Radonjić returned to Hell's Kitchen and became associated with the Westies, a notorious predominantly Irish-American gang. Rising through the ranks, he seized control of the gang in the late 1980s after its leadership was imprisoned. As the unlikely head of the Westies, Radonjić re-established the gang's lucrative working relationship with the Gambino crime family and its new boss, John Gotti. His influence led him to become a key figure in the attempted jury tampering during Gotti's original 1986 racketeering trial. Facing mounting legal pressure, Radonjić fled the United States for good in 1992.

Under his watchful eye and strategic guidance, the dealership evolved into one of the top-performing hubs within the regional Myers Automotive Group Network. Leadership with a Human Touch

Rest in peace, Boris. Your memory will forever be a blessing.

Often described as a "hard worker," Boris set a standard of excellence that inspired his colleagues to strive for more. A Person of Character and Humour

Those who knew Boris best describe him as a pillar of strength and a beacon of positivity. Whether navigating complex challenges in his career or offering a helping hand to a neighbor, Boris approached every situation with a solution-oriented mindset and a genuine smile. His ability to lift the spirits of those around him made him a beloved figure in both his personal and professional circles. A Distinguished Professional Career

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to [Charity/Organization], a cause close to Boris's heart. A celebration of life will be held at [Location] on [Date], where friends and family will gather to share stories, memories, and tributes.

Following his father’s encouragement, Boris moved to Novi Sad at eighteen to attend the Faculty of Technical Sciences. He specialized in civil engineering, a discipline he believed was about “more than concrete and steel—it is about building a future people can trust.”

After retiring in 2005, Boris dedicated himself to his garden, his apiary (beekeeping became his great passion), and his three grandchildren: Lazar, Ana, and Mila. He taught them to fish in the canal near his summer cottage, to make slatko (fruit preserves), and to respect the land.

Milena predeceased him in 2019. Those who knew Boris say he never truly recovered; a light had gone out, though he continued to shine for his children and grandchildren.

– It is with profound sadness that the family of Boris Radojicic announce his peaceful passing on the morning of October 24, 2023, at the age of 78. Surrounded by his loving family at the University Clinical Center in Novi Sad, Serbia, Boris departed this world as he lived in it: with quiet strength, unassuming grace, and a gentle smile that belied a life of extraordinary resilience.

: Mentoring junior sales representatives into confident management professionals. Impact on the Ottawa Community

: An obituary was published for Radmila, an immigrant to Canada from Yugoslavia, who passed away in October 2020 at the age of 91. Boris Radojcic : Public professional profiles identify a Boris Radojcic as an Attorney at Law based in Belgrade, Serbia. Boris Spassky : The famous Soviet world chess champion died at the age of 88 in February 2025

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