Peacefully, surrounded by his family, on November 28, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital, in his 72nd year. Loving husband of Joan for 49 years. Dear father of Robert (Sandy) and Tammy (Paul). Cherished Papa of Jason, Alicia, Nathan and Benjamin.

Bill was a Hamilton Firefighter for 35 years and will be missed by his many friends.

Words cannon express the exceptional care and compassion given to Bill by the Palliative Care Team of St. Peter's 3 East. We thank you all. Cremation and a Private Family Service have taken place.

Friends and family are invited to share in a Celebration of Bill's life on Sunday, December 4, 2005 at Barton Stone United Church Hall (corner of Upper James and Stone Church Road) between 4:30 - 7 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Peter's Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements by Dodsworth and Brown Funeral Home Ancaster Chapel 905-648-3852.