Wilson, William “Bill” Frederick
August 18, 1929-October 25, 2015
With sadness yet gratitude for a life lived well, the family of William “Bill” Frederick Wilson share the news of his death at his home in Little Dyke, Nova Scotia. Bill was in his 87th year and will be greatly missed by his family especially his wife of 62 years, Bonnie (Yvonne). Bill is survived by his children, Carolyn (Joe), Sarnia, Ontario, Ruth (Woody), Alton, Bill Jr. (Cathy), Little Dyke; his grandchildren, Allison MacDonald (Al), Ashley MacDonald (Matt), Aaron MacDonald (Laura), Adam MacDonald (Elsa), Desarai Mosher (Brad), Chelsea Wilson (Trevor), Spencer Wynne, Afton Wynne, Joseph Wynne and great-grandchildren, Kaiden and Elena Mosher, Kennedy Mosher, Marisa and Teagan George, Hudson MacDonald. He is also survived by his brothers, David (Dayle), Maccan, Dara (Lois), River Hebert; sister, Audrey Miller, Amherst as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Serena Wilson and his brother, Jim. Bill was an entrepreneur and self starter. For a number of years he was owner operator of W. F. Wilson Transport Ltd. and with his son operated Bill Wilson and Son Service Station Ltd. He took pride in being on time if not downright early for every appointment or meeting! Bill will be remembered for his humour, diligence and compassion. His family wonders what the world is going to be like without Bill Wilson in it. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 28th beginning at 12:30 pm until the time of Funeral Service at 2pm all in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow Street, Truro. Family flowers only. Donations in Bill's memory may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, the Lung Association of Nova Scotia or a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.ColchesterCommunity.com