William "Bill" John Louth

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bill (William John) on January 21 at St. Joseph’s at Fleming, Peterborough, Ontario, with Lois at his side. Predeceased by his parents, William Herbert Louth and Marie Garvin, sisters Verna Widdes and Doreen Reid, nephew, Bob Reid and his previous wife, Mona May Burt. He will be remembered by the mother of his sons, Eileen Reid.

Fondly remembered by his sons Rick (the late Betty), Randy (Andrea), Mary, John (Sue) and Brad (Val). Lovingly thought of by his grandchildren, Rick Jr., Michelle, Kim (Kevin), Jody, Jennifer (Ryan) and Jason (Deanna), and great grandchildren Kale (Sarah Strum), Ethan, Emma, Maddy, Abby, Landon and Connor. Survived and missed by his wife, Lois (Wood) and her family, Sheila, Sam (Amanda), Melissa (MacKenzie McDullogh), Gwen (Jason), Aimee, Emily (Daniel), Jacob and Greg (Jody), Kayla, Mike (Katy), Kaitee, Jenny and thirteen great grandchildren.

Bill was born at Glen Williams, Ontario on November 9, 1927. He worked in the family fencing business, supervising one team. He moved to Millbrook in 1962 to cut cedar posts for the winter and never returned. Following this he worked in various businesses, his favourite being running heavy equipment to maintain the Trans Canada Pipe Line. After moving into Peterborough he formed his own drywall business. He worked all over Peterborough County, one of his contracts being the complete drywalling of Rubidge Retirement Residence and many subdivisions for contractors. Bill enjoyed country dancing and music, golfing and spending the winters in Florida. When he retired he took up wood-working and family and friends all have items in their homes that he lovingly produced. Bill was a real go getter and his kindness and great sense of humour will be remembered. He and Lois enjoyed travel in Ontario and Alberta and endless trips to Tim Horton’s.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff at St. Joseph’s at Fleming for their love and care of Bill, especially in his last days.

In respect of Bill’s wishes there will not be a Celebration of Life Service. If desired, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.comstockkaye.com