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William (Bill) Charles Rumsey

William (Bill) Charles Rumsey

Passed on: March 5th, 2015

July 22, 1941 - March 5, 2015
Passed peacefully away after a lengthy illness on Thursday, March 5th. Predeceased by his parents Wesley and Alice; brother Gerald; and sisters Ann and Sharon. Bill leaves behind with cherished memories, his wife Bette (Power); sons Billy (Kelly), Glen (Cheri) and Steve (Jackie); grandchildren whom he adored more than anything, Katelyn, Kyle, Emily, Kristen and Robbie. His siblings, John (Lucy), David (Mary), Debbie (Pat), Gary (Christine), Lynn (Craig), and Brian (Bernadette). Sisters- in-law Marjorie, Mary, Joan, Alice (John), Lorraine (John), and Angela (Ellis). Brothers - in-law Kevin (Ingelore), John (Mary), Brian (Marilyn), Paul (Yvonne), and Patrick (Kerry). He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, aunt Helen Finn, and numerous extended family and friends. Bill will be forever remembered for his sense of humour and contagious laugh. Having had a heart transplant at the age of 48, he was blessed with a second lease on life and enjoyed every day to the fullest. We are very thankful to have him here for all those years. He was truly loved and will be forever missed. A special thanks to cardiologist, Dr. Michael Furey and the countless health professionals who provided Bill with the medical care and support over the last 25 years. Cremation has taken place. Visitation from Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday from 12 noon - 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, March 9, 2015 from Mary Queen of Peace at 9:30 a.m. Inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

 

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