It is with great sadness to announce the very sudden and unexpected passing of William (Willie) Richard Joseph Jeffries. He is survived by his wife, Susan, his children, Meghan (12) and Brady (10) of Ottawa, ON. He is also survived by his sister, Marlene (Jason Ness) of Victoria, BC, his Father, Jeff (Val Beauregard), and his Mother, Lorraine, of Port Alberni, BC.
Willie grew up in Port Alberni, developing a love of the west coast and all associated activities, fishing most especially. Having worked as a fishing guide through many summers, he leaves behind many good fishing buddies and memories of fish that were caught and, of course, fish that got away.
After marrying Susan, life and employment took him to Ottawa, where he worked as a biologist for the Health Canada. While in Ottawa, Susan and Willie started a family, bringing the beautiful Meghan and Brady into this world, both of whom he loved above all else. More than anything, he would want his children to move forward in life with the knowledge of his love and pride in them.
Throughout his life from BC to Ontario, he also gained a passion for the sport of curling. Having started curling at a young age, he competed a number of times at the BC junior provincial championships. After moving to Ottawa, he became a very accomplished curler, competing at, and at times winning, numerous events around the province. Willie was known for his heartbreaking, pirate-like wins in extra ends which earned him the nickname of ‘Captain Black’ amongst his curling mates. Whether they curled against him or with him on the same team, Willie leaves behind many good curling friends across the country.
Willie, aka Will-Dog aka T-Bone aka Captain Black, left us much too early. We will always remember his smiling face and teasing ways, and his propensity towards logic and reason which won many discussions as well as many games. Whether as a loving father, husband, son, brother or friend, he will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him in any capacity.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Ottawa, ON at the Ottawa Curling Club on September 8th, 2018 at 1:30 pm. Another Celebration of Life will be held in Port Alberni, BC at the Alberni Valley Curling Club on September 29th, 2018 at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Willie’s memory to Indspire, furthering indigenous post-secondary education in Canada (https://indspire.ca/).”
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Willie’s memory to Indspire, furthering indigenous post-secondary education in Canada (https://indspire.ca/).
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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So very sorry to hear of the loss of Willie. My heartfelt condolences to Lorraine, Jeff, Marlene, Sue, Brady and Meghan.
Susan, Megan and Brady. Susan, we have the honor of knowing your father and mother who are grandparents to Megan and Brady. It is times like this that we reach-out to lend our support. Although we did not know Willie we send our love to each of you. Many hugs.
Bob and Irene Cunningham, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Willie was a great guy and one hell of a curler. The whole curling community in Ottawa feels this one. May the sheets be freshly pebbled and the beers always cold up there. Rest in peace.
I am very sorrt to hear of Willie’s sudden passing. He was a great guy to play against in the Wednesday Cash league. The Ottawa Curling Club will not be the same without him. My condolences to Willie’s family.
Our sons were completely devastated by the loss of Willie. They had shared so many good times together. He was a great friend and a very competitive fishing buddy! He will be terribly missed. Our condolences to you, Lorraine, Marlene, and Susan and the children. He was a young man taken too soon.
Cecile and I were sadden to see this news .We extend our most sincere condolences to the family.All our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Susan, Meghan, and Brady: our many thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord give you new strength each day. Love Edie Will, and Mark
We would like to offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your son Willie.
Nina and Gord Duke, Winnipeg
My deepest condolences. I went to school with Willie and we just reconnected after not seeing each other for over 20 years. I’m gonna miss talking to him and getting to know him again. Taken way to early from us. RIP Willie
Marlene, so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and Jason, your parents and all of your family. I did not know your brother Willie, but your photo of him tells me he was a happy man enjoying life to the fullest, who made everyone around him richer in his presence. As I read his obituary I could feel how much he was loved and touched the life of others. Take care my friend, treasure your memories and celebrate him fully in Ottawa and Port Alberni. Thinking of you and Jason.