April 4, 1930 - March 6, 6 2017
Bill passed away at Midnight on March 6 at Willingdon Creek Village after suffering with dementia for a year.
Even though his last days he was in a coma, he was surrounded by the love of many friends and also the very caring staff at Willingdon Creek Village. He did have an impact on so many lives and we will long remember that beautiful smile of his.
Bill leaves to mourn, his first wife Rose, daughter Lyn of Campbell River, son Randy of Calgary, son Dean (Jackie) of Nanaimo, grandchildren Shelby, Tyler, Cody and Ainsley, Sahara and Jasmin, and his life partner Rae, who was constantly by his side during their many years together, first in Madeira Park, Sechelt and finally, Powell River where he continued to be a beekeeper and attend the Farmers Market until two years ago when he was unable to do it anymore.
There are no words to express my gratitude to the ever caring staff and management at Willingdon Creek Village. They are truly a family and I felt honoured to be part of that family.
My heartfelt thanks also to Dr. Dutoit, who was always there for Bill trying to make Bill's journey as comfortable as possible. I will never forget his kindness.
Celebration of life to follow at a later date. Anyone wanting to make a contribution on Bill's behalf can do so at Willingdon Creek Village.