Bill passed away peacefully on January 30, 2020 at VGH after a short illness. He will be missed by many friends and family.
Born in Victoria, Bill grew up in James Bay and spent his youth around Oak Bay Marina. He loved boats and being on the water. A Vic High graduate, he lived and worked in Victoria all his life. His career as a craftsman sheet metal worker began at Pacific Sheet Metal; later, he was a partner in Sidney Sheet Metal. Son of a carpenter, he designed and constructed his own home before building a 48-foot troller and fishing commercially on the West Coast for 9 years. He retired in 1996 after two decades with BC Ferries.
Survived by wife, Ella Jean; son, Bruce (Keiko); daughter, Carla (Arda); granddaughters, Mei and Leah and brother Bob and family. Predeceased by mother, Helen and father, Jack.
A Memorial Service and Reception will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, February 10, 2020 in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
33 Responses
I am so sorry to learn about Bills passing just now.
Wish I had known.
I have great short memories of Bill and his wife Jean
Will always miss talking about boats, engines and special finds at the Sally-Ann! A very special gentleman, truly missed.
Tony and Heather, and family
Dear Bruce,
Sad to hear of the loss of your father. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Jim Kazimier