He was born in St. John, New Brunswick and moved to Ontario with his family to work for Ontario Hydro in 1966.
He is predeceased by his wife Marilyn, and sons Paul and Greg. He is survived by his son Wayne, Daughter in law Amy (Paul) and Lisa (Greg), and grandchildren Leah and Andrew (Paul), Travis and Brittany (Greg). Bill was an avid Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays fan. He always had a smile for everyone
The family wishes to extend a thank you to the nurses and support staff of the Guelph General Hospital ICU for all their extraordinary care and compassion.
Arrangements entrusted to Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, 1099 Gordon St, Guelph, ON. As per Bill’s wishes, private cremation has taken place.
As expressions of sympathy, donations made to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada would be greatly appreciated by the family. Donations and condolences can be made online on William’s memorial page.