He is survived by his wife Virginia, children Kristine (Kalli), Michael (Buffy), Stephen (Weronika), Stephanie (Matthew), grandchildren Hazel, Arthur, Leo, and Vala, siblings William Jr., John (Marilyn), Carol (Wayne), Danny (Sandra), and brother-in-law Jack, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his sister Jeanette and parents William Sr. and Anne.
A memorial service will be held at Parkland Funeral Services in Stony Plain on Wednesday, April 24th at 11:00 am.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Cross Cancer Institute and the Onoway Health Centre home care team for their excellent care.