Obituaries

 

A resident of the St. Viateur Nursing Home in Limoges for the past two years, Basil Young passed away there on Friday, January 30, 2015. He was 71.

Basil was born in Mountain on December 17, 1943, to his parents Delbert and Lola Young (nee Hummel).  As a child, Basil grew up in Winchester Springs, where he attended the local public school and Sunday school at Winchester Springs United Church.

As a young man Basil married Barbara Hunter and they had two children, Brian and Darryl.

Basil worked at various jobs, but the one that interested him most was driving a tractor trailer. Work was important to Basil, and he loved what he did. In his later years, Basil drove for Canada Starch in Cardinal.

Unfortunately, heart disease forced him to retire early which he found very difficult because he loved to drive a transport.  

Basil was well known for driving around in his beautiful red Chev truck which was affectionately known as “the talk of the town”. There was never a mark on it and it had to be kept perfect.  

Stickers on the back bumper of the truck revealed his musical loves: George Jones, Johnny Cash and Elvis.

Basil was very particular about what he ate and how he dressed, and he always took great pride in his appearance.  

Basil is survived by his son Brian Young (Judy Winters) of Morrisburg and his sister Jean Kennedy (John) of Winchester. 

Basil will be fondly remembered by grandchildren Dylan, Kyle, Stephanie and four great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his son Darryl, his parents Delbert and Lola Young (nee Hummell), his sister Joyce Scott and his brothers Gary, Wayne and Roger.  He is also survived by nieces and nephews.  

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Tuesday, February 3rd from 11 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 1 p.m., The service was conducted by Rev. Christine Lowson.  Cremation followed.  

Pallbearers were Brian Young, John Kennedy, Dylan Young and Kyle Young.  Spring interment of cremated remains will be at New Union Cemetery, Williamsburg.  

Donations to Winchester Springs United Church would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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Robert (Bob, Bobby) Joseph Bechard

Retired RCMP Police Officer

Morrisburg & District –  Lions Club Member

May 28, 1954 – February 4, 2015

Robert “Bobby” Bechard was born in St. Thomas, Ontario, to his loving parents, Hazel and Harvey, completing their family, with two older brothers, Bill and Jim, to look up to.

Bobby and his brothers had an uncommon bond of friendship that was stronger than the geographical distance that would stand in their way, in later years. 

Bobby grew up in Wallaceburg, Ontario, where he enjoyed his childhood years, playing alongside his countless cousins, who were more like friends. 

A special bond existed between Bobby and his cousin Chris, who lived next door. On more than one occasion, these two were found getting into mischief. Three years older, Bobby acted as Chris’ personal body guard on the playgrounds of D.A. Gordon P.S. 

Summers were spent at the family cottage on the Snye River, where his love for water, boating and fishing were born.

Bobby spent his teenage years in the rink and on sporting fields. Playing goalie, for the Wallaceburg Junior Lakers, he saved the day countless times with his quick reflexes and “cool under pressure” attitude. Equally skilled when he picked up a lacrosse stick or baseball bat, Bobby was an all-star athlete. 

At age of 19, Bobby packed his bags for Regina, Saskatchewan, to pursue what would become a 37-year career with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. After six months of intense physical and mental training, he earned his badge. 

A young man, from a small south-western Ontario town, in search of adventure and opportunities, Bobby was transferred to his first posting in British Columbia. 

During Bobby’s time in BC, his “nephew-but-more-like-a-brother”, Randy stayed with him. Together, they navigated life. More than once, Randy rode “shot-gun”, with Bobby in the patrol car, during midnight shifts. 

Bobby didn’t know it at the time, but he gave Randy memories that he would remember forever. 

By the late 1970’s, having dropped the extra “b” and “y”, Bob was transferred to RCMP headquarters, Ottawa. There he spent the remainder of his policing career at the Canadian Police Information Center (CPIC), using his analytical expertise to solve numerous crimes across the country. 

Bob became known as the Force’s expert in this area, according to numerous colleagues, from coast to coast. At CPIC more lifelong friendships were formed, with Leroy, Dawn, Chuck, Jean-Marc and of course, his group of golfing buddies, known as “The Dawgs”. They included Charlie, Doug, Bruce, Marc, Denis, Milt, Steve, Hank and Alfie. 

Bob met his love, Carol Thompson, in the early 1980’s, and together, they raised their children, Jennifer and Robert. Summer vacations were spent at Canada’s Wonderland, where Bob braved his fear of heights to ride alongside his daughter on the roller coasters. They enjoyed Long Island Camp in Manotick, fishing in Mitchell’s Bay and waterskiing at the Keech’s cottage. 

Bob dutifully attended the kids’ sporting events. Always on the sidelines at Jennifer’s soccer games, he was well-liked among her teammates and known for his friendliness, quiet advice and chauffeuring capabilities. 

For more than 15 years he coached Robert’s hockey. Like father, like son, Robert spent his hockey career minding the nets. 

It was at the hockey rink that Bob met Al and Marlene. At backyard barbecues, pool parties, birthday celebrations and one too many Jello shooters, the Bechard’s and the Bradley’s created memories that will forever be cherished between them. 

Bob wanted to spend his retirement years with Carol, enjoying life on the water, and in 2007, they found their forever home in Mariatown. Not long after move-in day, their new neighbours, Glenn and Iris welcomed them. 

Glenn took Bob under his wing and introduced him to several people, including the local Lions’ Club members. And, it was with this simple introduction that Bob’s final life purpose began. 

Bob was a Lions’ club member for five years, acting as President for three. Amazing friendships with Mae, Judy, Earl, Wayne, Jane, Tracey, Jaime, Randy, Jim, Vivian, Keith, Linda, Paul, Fred and Les, developed in no time. 

However, more important than his popularity was the footprint he left on his new community. He was actively involved in all club matters, but closest to his heart were the Seniors’ Christmas Party, the Dundas County Hospice, the newly installed finger docks at the dock in Morrisburg and what will no doubt be thought of as Bob’s legacy; providing free hearing tests, in collaboration with the Canadian Hearing Society, to the entire community. 

In Bob’s short seven years as a resident of the Morrisburg area, he improved the lives of many people who needed assistance. So many people who needed to know that someone cared about them. 

Bob believed that everyone deserved to be treated with respect, and this is how his family hopes he will be remembered. 

Bob was so many things to so many people. Devoted spouse to Carol Ann Thompson. Father to Jennifer Thompson-Daigle (Ryan) and Robert Bechard (Emily). Proud grandfather to Savannah, Carter and Colton. Brother to Bill and Jim. Brother-in-law to Michele, Cathy, Emily, Bob, Gary, Inez, Elaine, Bill, Dawn and Bobby. Uncle to Randy, Kellie, Kari, Aaryn, Corrina, Colleen, Dwight, Will, Kim, Rachel, Josh, Brianna, Lucas, Levi, Lindsay, Chad, Tyler, Mackenzie, Max, Ethyn and Austyn.  He even acquired the title of great-great uncle in recent years. 

He was a friend, a leader and role model.

In his final days, Bob received care, support and vital equipment from the Dundas County Hospice, which he previously supported in his community work, as well as numerous blood transfusions in his fight against cancer. 

To honour Bob’s giving spirit and memory, the family would be grateful for financial donations to the Dundas County Hospice and consider becoming a blood donor.  

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, Tuesday February 10th from 1- 3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. 

Funeral service was held at St. James Anglican Church, Morrisburg, on Wednesday February 11th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Sue McCullough officiating. Pallbearers were Randy Bechard, Aaryn Bechard, Allan Bradley and Charles Strang.

Please share your stories and memories of Bob with the family at: dadhasastory@yahoo.ca

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A resident of Cardinal for the past 23 years, Ian McGillis passed away peacefully at the Brockville General Hospital on Saturday, January 17, 2015, age 53. 

Ian was born in Cornwall, on November 27, 1961, to his parents Doug and Joan McGillis (nee McGuire). He grew up in Morrisburg where he attended Morrisburg Public School and later Seaway District High School.  

Ian was a long-time resident and third generation owner of McGillis Home Hardware in Morrisburg. After selling his Morrisburg business in June of 2011, Ian worked for Home Hardware in Winchester, until February of 2013.

He continued on to work at the Home Hardware Building Centre in Brockville, where he was highly regarded by his co-workers and where he made many friends. He worked at the Building Centre until he became too ill this past summer.

As a kid, Ian enjoyed playing hockey in the winter. In the summer, he couldn’t wait for the Sunday afternoon boat rides with his family, when his dad would put him on his lap and let him drive the boat.  

If they weren’t on their way to Brockville to go camping with the Stevens and Thom families, it was a nice cruise over to “A Bay” for groceries and maybe an ice cream if he got lucky.

As Ian got older, he enjoyed family gatherings. Whether it be a birthday or a holiday, he would always be up to putting on his Sunday best to greet the family at the door. Even if he wasn’t feeling up to it….his mother Joan would make sure he was ready to go for the special day ahead.

Ian was involved in many sporting activities whether it be playing hockey as a young boy or playing softball as a young adult in the Morrisburg Mixed League. 

If Ian wasn’t playing a sport he was watching them and cheering on his favourite teams. If not the Montreal Canadiens at home or at the Bell Centre, it was a trip to the Skydome to watch the Toronto Blue Jays with Nancy and the grandchildren all the way up to the final games this season to share a weekend with her and their two oldest grandchildren Brock and Joshua. 

There were special times watching the Montreal Alouettes, when he and his best friend Craig Harriman shared seasons tickets for six unforgettable seasons. 

Ian was a devoted family man. He spent countless hours taking in his grandchildren’s golf, curling, baseball and 4H shows. He was their biggest fan on the sidelines throughout the years.

Ian’s true passion of course was the game of curling. He made many contributions to the Morrisburg Curling Club where he started curling, was a member for many years and eventually became club president. 

Ian was also a member of the Brockville Golf and Curling Club, where over the years he made many friends. 

When not playing, he and Nancy would take vacations across Canada to many curling events whether it be to The Brier or the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. 

Ian loved the game of curling so much that he volunteered countless hours to the game, to eventually make his way into the Ontario Curling Association (OCA). 

Here he started on the Board of Directors as a rules chairperson. He served as President of the OCA from 2013-2014 and become past president from 2014 until his passing in January 2015. He was presented a lifetime honorary membership by the OCA in December 2014. 

In Ian’s short life, he was highly regarded and respected by his many friends and acquaintances on and off the ice.

Ian is survived by his loving companion Nancy Skakum (nee Bennett); his stepchildren Michelle Skakum (Larry Mastine) of Danville, P.Q., Steacy Skakum (Kevin Laming) of Cardinal and Nicole Goodenough (Gregg Moulton) of Boucks Hill; his grandchildren Brock, Joshua, Michaela, Meghan, Justin, Jessica and Jason; his sister Ann Miller (Jeff) of Kemptville. 

He will be sadly missed by his nieces Laura and Emma and his nephew Norman.  He will be fondly remembered by his aunt Norma McGuire of Etobicoke and his cousins Susan, Elizabeth and Bryan.  

He was predeceased by his parents Doug and Joan McGillis.      

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Thursday, January 22nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held at the funeral home on Friday, January 23rd at 11 a.m., with Rev. Feras Chamas officiating.

Interment of cremated remains will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Morrisburg. 

Pallbearers were Craig Harriman, Allan Brunt, Scott Shaw and Gord Gark.  

Donations to the Morrisburg Curling Club or Kingston Cancer Centre would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A lifetime resident of the area, Phyllis Simser passed away suddenly at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Monday January 19, 2015.  She was 71. 

Phyllis was born in Mountain Township, on March 11, 1943, to her parents Robert and Effie Simser (nee Skuce).

Phyllis is survived by her daughters Kate Gray (Barry) and Laurie Barkley (Gary) both of Williamsburg.  

She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Nathan Kerr (Kaitlin), Maria Gray, Julie and Crystal Barkley, Melissa McKiel (Sean) and Lisa Turner and by her great-grandchildren Rose, Emmitt, Madilynn, Easton and Ainsleigh. 

She is also survived by nine brothers and sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Phyllis was predeceased by her lifetime companion Garnet Stata, her daughter Linda Turner, and by two brothers and one sister.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  A private family interment was held at the New Union Cemetery in Williamsburg.

Pallbearers were Barry Gray, Nathan Kerr, Gary Barkley and Jonathon Moore.

Donations to the charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com

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A resident of British Colombia for 26 years, Albert Whittaker, better known as Bert or Al, passed away suddenly at his home in Quatsino, B.C. on January 8, 2015.  He was 75.

Bert was born in Williamsburg Township, on March 17, 1939, to his parents Lawrence and Edith Whittaker (nee Black).

He attended Colquhoun Pubic School and Chesterville High School. Following school, Bert worked for a brief time in Iroquois during the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway. 

In the late 50’s, the Canadian Armed Forces drew his attention and focus. He joined the Army and started his training as an auto mechanic.  Following basic training in Kingston, Ontario, he found his first posting in Calgary and was introduced to the Western way of life.  

After a few years in Calgary, Bert was posted to Egypt, where he spent a year serving his country as a peacekeeper.  This was an experience not soon to be forgotten.  While on leave, he had the, once in a lifetime, opportunity of visiting the Holy Land. 

Upon his return to Calgary, Bert left the Army, and put his learned trade into practice. His extensive knowledge in auto mechanics drove him to create his own start-up company, Specialized Services Ltd. which involved work in the oil industry.

While Bert was living and working in Alberta, he often spent vacation time on Vancouver Island. On one of those vacations he was introduce to a small community on the northern most tip of the island called Quatsino.  His love for this beautiful part of the country led him to eventually retire there.

Albert lived his life as only he could: Independently and as a dedicated friend to those who were fortunate enough to get to know him. He was passionate to a fault when it came to anything in the Western Canada.

Bert is survive by his brother Gordon Whittaker (Mary) of Iroquois. He will be fondly remembered by his niece Catherine Van Vliet (Larry) of Kemptville, and his nephew Michael Whittaker (Vanessa) of Toronto.

He is also survived by his great-niece Amelia, his great-nephews William, Owen, James and by several cousins.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Tuesday, January 20th from 9 a.m. until time of the funeral at 11 a.m. with Rev. Valerie Vande Wiele officiating. Interment followed at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville.

Pallbearers were Dale Whitteker, Jack Barkley, Gordon Beckstead, Michael Whittaker, David Lapier and Lyal Kehoe.

Donations to the South Dundas Food Bank would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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A resident of Morrisburg for the past several years, Carol-Ann Donnelly passed away suddenly on Monday, January 5, 2015. She was 58. 

Carol-Ann was born in Ottawa, to her parents John Joseph “Jack” and Yvette Donnelly (nee Cloutier).  

She was an avid dart player, and she played in leagues in Morrisburg, Iroquois, and Ottawa. 

Carol Ann was the loving companion of Reid Larocque and loving mother of Nick Shields (Sarah) of Morrisburg. She was dear sister of Denis Donnelly (Manon) of Ottawa, Sandra Julien (Nelson) of Morrisburg and Linda Lacasse (Alain) of Gatineau.

Carol-Ann will be fondly remembered by grandchildren Kody, Tyler, Bradlee, Maeva, Sawyer and Shayna. 

She was the dear sister-in-law of Norm Potter of Morrisburg, and is survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Carol-Ann was predeceased by her parents John Joseph “Jack” and Yvette Donnelly (nee Cloutier), and by her sister Christine Donnelly. 

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Friday from 11 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. The funeral service was conducted by Father Chisholm. Cremation followed.

Donations to the Diabetes Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

Spring interment of cremated remains will be at the Notre Dame Cemetery in Ottawa.

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A resident of the Dundas Manor in Winchester since March of 2006, Madeline Carkner (nee Duvall) passed away peacefully at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, January 14, 2015.  She was 82.

Madeline was born in Williamsburg Township, on December 8, 1932, to her parents Howard and Olive Duvall (nee Harriman). Madeline lived in Morrisburg for most of her life.  She married Kenneth Carkner on September 15, 1973, and Kenneth passed away on January 1, 1986.  

Madeline worked at the old knitting mill in Morrisburg, R.C.A. in Prescott and as a waitress at Lee’s Restaurant and the Hollywood Café in Morrisburg.  

She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and visiting with family and friends.  

Madeline is survived by her sister Audrey McPhee (late Donald) of Winchester, her great-nieces Dulcie McKee (Daniel Blair) of Crysler and Danielle Tyo of Berwick, her great-nephews Dustin McKee (Tats St. Denis) of Cornwall and Joshua McKee of Cornwall and one special great, great-niece Allyson Blair.    

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Saturday, January 17th from 9:30 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. The service was conducted by Rev. Janet Evans.  Interment followed at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville.  

Pallbearers were Dulcie McKee, Daniel Blair, Allyson Blair, Lyal Kehoe and David Lapier.  

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Activity Dept. at Dundas Manor Nursing Home would be appreciated by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A resident of the Mayfield Retirement Home in Prescott for the past six months, Myrtle Collison (nee Levere) passed away at the Brockville General Hospital on Wednesday, July 7, 2015.  She was 84. 

Myrtle was born in Morrisburg, on August 20, 1930, to her parents William and Nettie Levere (nee Richmire). 

She married Brock Collison in 1947, and together they raised their family in Iroquois. They lived on the Broken Second for over 50 years. 

Myrtle was a homemaker. She baked every day for her family and soon she was taking orders from neighbours and friends on a weekly basis. She baby sat for neighbours and later for many of her grandchildren. 

In addition, she worked occasionally with Jean and Hartley Carkner painting and wallpapering during the day and taking care of her ever growing family. 

As the years went by and Brock retired, they started a small business; selling antiques and Watkins at McHaffies Flea Market. They had a booth there for over 20 years. 

In April of 2007, Brock passed away and Myrtle continued selling at McHaffie’s for a few more years until she sold the family home in 2012. 

She then moved to Brockville where she resided happily at the Bridlewood Retirement Home for a couple years. She then moved on to spend her final days at Mayfield Manor in Prescott. 

Myrtle is survived by  her children Allen of Cornwall, Billy (Susan Ebb) of Ottawa, Gary (Madilene) of Iroquois, Daryl Kennedy (Steven) of Spencerville and Arlene Sullivan of Brockville, and by her siblings Rose Bartholomew (Freeman) of Stittsville, Shirley Bannister of Belleville, Berneice Keeler of Prescott and Dan Levere of Ottawa.  

She was predeceased by her husband Brock, her infant daughter Charlene, her daughter Donna Croteau, her son Raymond, her sisters Eva Bennett, Sally Markell, Jean Annable, Ann  Bouchard, Edna Levere, Byrtle Levere and brothers Douglas, Duane  and Allen Levere.  

Myrtle will be fondly remembered by 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. 

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Iroquois, on Saturday, January 10th from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral service which was conducted by Rev. Doug Carnegie. 

Spring interment will be at Spruce Haven Cemetery, Brinston.  Pallbearers were Gary Collison, Calvin Collison, Paul White, Luke Myers, Brian Follett and Dustin Martin.   

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A resident of Iroquois for the past several years, Muriel MacDonald passed away at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, December 31, 2014. She was 82.

Muriel was born in Kemptville, on March 2, 1932, to her parents Benjamin and Violet Simzer (nee Morris).  On October 26, 1951, she married Bill Barnett and on November 2, 1960, their chosen son Donald was born.  

On August 6, 1983, she married Ernald MacDonald in Newfoundland.

Ernie passed away in 1992,  and is buried in Hillside Cemetery in Springhill, Nova Scotia, which is where Muriel will also be laid to rest.

Muriel moved around a lot during her lifetime.  As well as living in several local towns, she also lived in Streetsville and in Nova Scotia.  She worked at different jobs, but her favourite was in the electronics industry.

She loved children, country music, playing the spoons, singing Karaoke, crocheting, knitting, being with people and jumping into her car and driving wherever she decided, including Nova Scotia.  She enjoyed life to the fullest!

Muriel was a 26 year member of the Royal Canadian Legion and was presently a member of the Iroquois Branch.  She loved visiting different branches, treasured the friends she made there and while able, participated in their dart league and then their euchre tournaments.

Muriel is survived by her son Donald Barnett of Brockville, her sister Doreen Workman of Prescott and her brother-in-law Dalton Dillabaugh of Kemptville.

She was predeceased by her husband Ernald MacDonald and her sisters Reta Baldry, Florence Cowie and Dorothy Dillabaugh.  She is also survived by nieces and nephews.   

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Iroquois, on Sunday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held at the Funeral Home on Monday, January 5th at 11 a.m., with Rev. Blair Paterson officiating.  Cremation followed.  

Pallbearers were Casey Veltkamp, Mike Veltkamp, Josh Veltkamp, Garth Workman, Doug Workman and Raymond Dillabough. 

Donations to C.H.E.O. or Heckston United Church would be appreciated by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A longtime resident of Morrisburg, William “Bill” Ernest Mongor passed away peacefully at Dundas Manor, Winchester with his loving family by his side, on Wednesday, December 17, 2014. He was in his 95th year. 

William was the son of the late Alfred Ernest Mongor and Christina Jane (nee Bullied).

Having lived in Morrisburg since 1940, William married the late Phyllis Esther Deeks, October 12, 1940, in Morrisburg, before going to serve in WWII from 1940 to 1945, as a navigation and radio instructor for night flights. 

William worked for Christie’s Bread, having a daily run from Brockville to Cornwall. He later worked at Eckel Industries from 1963 until his retirement as Plant Manger in 1984.  His kindness and thoughtfulness to former staff and co-workers is well remembered.  

He served his community as a member of St. James Anglican Church, the Lions Club, Masonic Lodge and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #48 for over 60 years.

His family was number one.  Over the years, William passed down his belief of strong family values to his children and grandchildren. People often called him the “salt of the earth”.    

Facebook is nothing when one thinks of Bill. He pioneered social networking before social networking was thought of. It was called Ham Radio, and because of that the children got to talk to Santa on the radio every Christmas Eve.  Since 1950, this became his passion for a lifetime with his call number being VE3BOQ.

His quiet courage, gentle spirit and twinkling in his eyes will be forever remembered.

Bill was predeceased by his loving wife of 71 years, Phyllis.  He was cherished father of Sandra Van Allen of Morrisburg, Barbara (Pete) Cougler of Madoc and Linda Droppo of Morrisburg. 

He was loving grandfather of Barry (Linda) Van Allen of Morrisburg, Nancy (Garnet) Waldroff of Ingleside, Mike (Kim) Van Allen of Morrisburg, Christopher (Renee) Cougler, Matthew (Carrie) Cougler, both of Toronto, Kelly (Chris) VanBeilen of Morrisburg and Kevin (Carla) Droppo of Bradford.

Bill was dear great-grandfather of 11 and great-great grandfather of one.  

He was predeceased by sisters Isabel Hardy, Marina Simpson and son-in-law, Leland Van Allen.  

Friends were received at the Parker Funeral Home, 28 Sir James Morris Drive, Morrisburg on Sunday, from 6-8 p.m. 

The funeral service was held at the funeral home on Monday, December 22, 2014 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Susan McCullough of St. James Anglican Church performing her last funeral service prior to her retirement.  Interment Fairview Cemetery, Mariatown.

Pallbearers were William’s  seven grandchildren:  Nancy Waldroff, Kelly VanBeilen, Christopher Cougler, Matthew Cougler, Kevin Droppo, Barry Van Allen and Mike Van Allen. 

Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or Dundas Manor will be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Condolences may be made at www.parkerofmorrisburg.com

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