William H. Clouston
William H. Clouston 1925 - 2003 William (Bill) Henry Clouston passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14th, 2003, at the Moncton Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born in Lower Derby, NB, on January 21, 1925, he was the son of the late William H. and Mabel (Drillen) Clouston. He served overseas during the Second World War with the Royal Canadian Air Force and was a member of the Humphrey Memorial United Church. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gwen (Boyd) Clouston and his daughters, Nicola Boyd- Clouston, Beverly LeBlanc (Eddie), Sandra Gibson, (Jamie) and Janet Clouston (Angie). He was proud of his grandchildren, Lisa, Adam, Matthew, Alex, Greg, and Sarah, great grandchildren Brooke, and Dylan. He also leaves behind his sisters, Hazel Washabaugh (Michigan), Irene Clouston and Alice Sanderson (NB); brothers, Sterling Drillen (ON), Alfred Drillen, (NB) and Dan Clouston (FLA). In addition to his parents he was predeceased by brothers, Gerald, and Stewart Clouston, brother Norman Drillen, and grand daughter Amy. Bill retired from the CNR Shops after 40 years of service. He was the Secretary - Treasurer of Local 378 Brotherhood of Boilermakers and Blacksmiths. He was past president of the Moncton District Labour Council. He was proud of his community and he served it well. He was active member of the civil defence, secretary for the CNR war vets for many years, and was a former director and manager of Omista Credit Union. He served many years as a member of the board of trustees of the Moncton Hospital, a member of the Commercial Travelers, and a member of the Order of Foresters. He was a long term member, director and past president of the Air Force Veterans Memorial Club. He was a director and driver for Vans for Veterans, and a member of the Sunny Brae Branch # 54 Royal Canadian Legion. He was a recipient of the Queens Silver Jubilee medal in 1977, along with numerous service citations and awards for his years of commitment to his community. He was enthusiastic sportsman, and enjoyed, golf, fishing, bowling, and darts. He enjoyed many summers spent with family and friends at the cottage in Caissie Cape. He had many friends and socialized with them often. Visitation for Bill's friends and family will be held at Fair Haven Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 18th from 12 o'clock until the time of the Memorial Service at 2 PM to be held in the chapel of Fair Haven Funeral Home, Rev. Andrew Richardson officiating. All are invited to attend a Legion Service prior to the 2 PM service in the Chapel. A celebration of life will follow at 3 PM in the Air Force Veterans Club 494 St. George Street. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation in appreciation of the care that was given to Bill during his stay there. Interment in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road Moncton. www.fairhavenfh.com


