Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family at the Hoyles-Escasoni Complex on Saturday, April 5, 2008, age 84 years. Predeceased by his wife June (Elton) in 2001. Leaving to mourn are sons: Gordon (Yvonne), Bill (Bernadette), and John (Julie); grandchildren: Kristy Hiscock (Rob), Jeremy, Adam, Sarah, Dianna, Stephen, Matthew, Robyn and Amber Kane, Shauna and Michael Meehan; two great-grandchildren: Griffin Kane and Caden Hiscock; and sister Betty Stevens. Also leaving to mourn brothers-in-law William Elton (Faith) and Doug Elton (Gertrude); sisters-in-law Emma Barron (George) and Georgina Casson (Ben); as well as a large number of nieces, nephews and friends, including those at Cambridge Estates. The family wishes to give special thanks to the staff at the Hoyles-Escasoni for their loving care. Bill was a United States war veteran and was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Key West, Florida. At his request cremation has taken place. Visitation at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue on Sunday, April 6, 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. and Monday, April 7, 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Funeral service to be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (The Kirk) at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2008 with interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Andrews Church Restoration Fund or a charity of one's choice. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.