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
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Bruce, our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kristin and Jeff
Ella Jean, Bruce, Carla and your family,
We are so sorry for your loss! I am so grateful for all the memories growing up as families living just down the road from each other. So many days and nights spent together in your old house that was crafted with such care and filled with so much acceptance and love. Bill will be remembered always as a skilled craftsman, a smiling presence, a dependable friend, a dedicated husband, father and grandfather who was loved and respected by many. Our thoughts are with you!
Devin (& Cindy, Cei, Theo).
Bill was a really lovely human being. I feel graced that he was a part of my life. All my love to Carla, Bruce, and Ella Jean.
Carla and Arda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May the beautiful memories of this important man sustain you and comfort you. Love and Grace, The Vass Family
Dear Carla (and family),
I hope you’re surrounded by loving memories and warm embraces at this sad time. My heart is with you.
Helen
So sorry to your loss, Bruce. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace. Be strong
Ella Jean and family – our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill’s friendship and smile will forever be in our minds and our hearts. He will be missed.
Bruce – So very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family. Sounds like he had a full life. Hoping you will find eventual comfort in the memories you shared together.
Sheila
Bruce,
Our sincerest condolences. Hoping that our thoughts and prayers will give strength to you and your family at this difficult time. We are thinking of you, Keiko, and the girls.
Shafryne and Aliyah
Bruce:
Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Rennie