June 13, 1921 – November 4, 2012
Bill was born in Scotland and came to Canada at the age of 2 years. He is predeceased by his parents; his wife, Betty, his daughter, Susan and his brother, David. He is survived by his two grandsons, Paul and Todd Rozell; his great-grandchildren, Jacob, Madison, Dane and Devin and his very dear friend, Jane Dohan. He graduated from Esquimalt High School and very shortly after that joined the Armed Forces (Army) in 1939. He went overseas in 1941 serving in England and France. He returned to England from France and graduated from Sandhurst College as a Commissioned Officer. On returning to Canada at war’s end, he joined the Mutual Life of Canada and remained with them for 44 years. He was a Charter Member of the Camosun Gyro Club (1949) and an Honorary Member of the Seniors Northwest Golf Association. He was also a life member of Victoria Golf Club and a Wall of Fame Member of Royal Colwood Golf Club. Although golf was his passion, he loved his great family dearly.
As a winner of many golf championships, he has now gone golfing—– Cheers and Fore!!!
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 1701 Elgin Road, Oak Bay on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Reception to follow at Victoria Golf Club. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his memory to a cause of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Susan and Jim Gendron
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Douglas Eubank Paul and Todd and family:
Very seldom in our lives are we so very fortunate to meet and share stories with such a true gentleman and sincere friend as was your Grandpa Bill McColl. Bill represented all that is good and respectful of our fellow man better than anyone I have had the pleasure to meet. He truly loved your mother and provided the family foundation you now enjoy with your loving family
I feel very honored to have shared special times with him.Love always – Doug.
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Marcel and Noesje Fisher Jane, Paul,Todd,
We were both so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. I remember being with Bill and Susan during her transplant. He was a gentleman,a man of compassion loved to tell a story or joke. I will miss him.Hugs to all Noesje
I will miss his great jokes and his wonderful sense of humour. A great friend through my 36 years in Gyro. I will remember him!
Marcel
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Dave, BJ Clarke & staff of Clarke Engineering Paul & Todd
Our thoughts are with you & your families at this difficult time with the passing of your beloved Grandfather.
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Lynn Hoadley Paul and Todd
We are sorry to hear about the passing of your Grandpa. We are thinking about you. Love Mike and Lynn Hoadley
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Vicki Williams Dear Todd and Paul,
I was so sad to hear of your grandfather’s passing. I feel like it was a member of my own family. I will always remember the wonderful times we had with Betty and Bill and your whole family – especially at Deep Cove and especially at Christmas. It brings a tear to my eye to think that I will never hear another Bill McColl story or joke. I will be thinking of you tomorrow at 1:00pm. Take care and much love.
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Jane and Ken Murphy Our sincere condolences to all your family and to Jane. Bill was always a gentleman.
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Auntie Maggie and Uncle Larry Paul, Todd and families. Sad to hear of Grandpa Bill’s passing. We will all miss him dearly as will you. When someone becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. It’s this treasure of memories you hold that will help you through the difficult times. We will be thinking of you. Lots of love
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Geoffrey and Vicki Blackburn Paul and Todd: Sad to hear of your grandfather’s passing. He created such a strong foundation and anchor for your family. You will certainly now carry that on for your families. It was wonderful to know and be friends with Bill, Betty and Susan and I will carry fond memories of all of them. Take good care Paul and Todd – big hugs for both of you.
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Carol Dohan and Brian Greer Dear Todd and Paul and families,
We were so sad to hear of Bill’s death on our return from the Galapagos Islands and send our thoughts and wishes to all of you.We were greatly gifted to have come to know Bill during the last 8 years and come away from that friendship with wonderful memories of his kindness, humanity, good cheer and affection.
We are very sorry that we are so far away and will not be able to attend Bill’s service this Saturday. But we will be thinking of all of you and of Bill and will be there in spirit, as we are sure Bill will also.
Carol and Brian
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Colin Smith I was so sad to hear of Bill’s illness and passing. As great friends (Bill & Betty) to my parents, Gil & Betsy, I’ve known Bill all of my life. Our families shared several seasonal traditions, as I grew up, including Christmas tree hunting, Christmas day visits and annual stays with us in Lac La Hache. I admired how Bill always showed interest in what others (young and old) had to say as well as his amazing gift for telling a story or joke. The story of “the Wide Mouthed Frog” comes to mind and still puts a smile on my face. He will be greatly missed but always remembered.
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Shirley Bouck Saddened to hear of Bill’s passing.
He was such a pleasant gentleman and an honour to know.
Aloha, Jim and I are away in Maui. We send our best prayers and love to all.
Susan and Jim