Bill passed away on January 18th, 2022 at RVH Hospital. After suffering a severe brain aneurysm in 2017, Bill made a miraculous recovery and enjoyed his second chance at life up until this month. In his last days, Bill was surrounded by his wife, Mary, and his daughters, Christine and Madison. They were all able to say their goodbyes and Bill knew they were all by his side. Bill is now reunited with his son Arthur (predeceased).
Bill is survived by his cherished family, and will forever be famously known as “Dad, Uncle, Bill, Grandpa”. He shared a special bond with his loving siblings, sisters Donna (Bill predeceased), and Gail (Jack) and brother Bob (Deb). Bill was also surrounded by more sister-in-laws than one could imagine: Cathy, Peggy, Trish, Joy (Glenn) & Lorrie. Bill was also loved by his mother-in-law, Fran (Mike). He was a proud grandfather to Samantha (Ben) and Charlie (Emily), and a great grandfather to Katie-Lynn, Brooke-Lynn, Colton and Jaxon. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly: Jennifer, Laura, James, David, Joshua, Karley, Bradley, Mike, Jordan, Sophia, Brooke, Brad, Debbie and Tim.
Bill brought a smile to everyone that crossed his path and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. He knew how short life could be and lived life to its fullest. Although Bill is no longer with us, he is forever in our hearts and continues to make us smile. Bill would not want us to be sad, instead, he would want us to remember all the fun times we all had with him.
Cremation has taken place and no service will be held at this time. In Bill fashion, we will be having a private celebration once we are all able to be together to hug and celebrate his life. Bill always made sure his donations always went to Sick Kids, so please feel free to donate in his memory.
Condolences or funny memories can be left at www.peacefultransition.ca
Peggy Encil
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022If we were to write books about our experiences with Bill and the laughs we had over the years, we’d better build a bigger bookshelf. Every moment has been a treasured memory and will always be. Family is everything and let’s not ever forget that. Rest in Peace Sir William. Don’t forget to tip the Angels with that $5 bill in your wallet. Save me a spot at your table xox
Joy staskus
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Beautifully written Mary and girls. As you say he and his family were blessed to have Bill with us those four extra years.
But now it’s time for the pain to end so that he can rest peacefully with Arthur.
Bill, we will meet again and I know you will have that cold brew ready for my entrance.
Hugs and kisses to all
Joy and Glenn
Charlene Webb
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Bill, you will be missed! You were very much loved and a cherished part of your family. My favourite “memory” of Bill is being at Bill and Mary’s in Beeton (where I was also raised) and perfecting my ‘Yahoo” yell. We had quite the time making sure we had the right spin on it. Anytime spent in Bill’s presence was a delight. A very special man. Sincere condolences Mary, Maddie, Christine and the rest of the family.
Rainey and Charlene Webb
Barb Vance
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Mary, so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Barb
Lori Festarini
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Mary and family – I am so sad to hear this news. While I never met Bill I know that you all loved him dearly. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss and I hope that you are able to cherish all of the wonderful memories you have with. Lori xoxo
Silvana Facciolo
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Dear Mary,
I was so very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Treasure the wonderful memories of your beautiful years together. May these memories help mend your broken heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With deepest condolences,
Silvana Facciolo
brent hackett
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Mary and family, my thoughts are with you. I met Bill once, that will be a tester for Mary to remember where and when that happened. What a great guy. I hope you are all enjoying lots of found memories. You have lots of friends who are here to support you.
Liam Palmer
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Dear Mary, Christine, Madison, Peggy and the entire Charman family.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
I’m glad you all had those extra last years together.
He really was such a nice man and he will be fondly remembered.
Love Julie and Liam
Hal & Madelyn Rutledge
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Dear Mary, Christine, Madison & all the family
So sorry for your loss. Bill truly was a most congenial gentleman who brought a smile to everyone he met. May all your happy memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. 💖
Suzanne Prosser
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Mary my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Treasure the memories, they will help you through many difficult times ahead.
Sincere sympathy.
Suzanne Prosser
Trevor Garbutt
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022HI Mary ,
I’m so sorry about your loss , my condolences to you and your family.
Coulson Theresa
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022Deepest condolences to the whole family.
Frances Frost
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022I was blessed with a wonderful Son-in-law and he will be dearly missed by our family. No words can express the sorrow we feel with your passing. Rest in Peace Bill.
Laura Encil
Posted on: Thursday, January 20, 2022He will forever be Uncle Bill to me. So loved and respected by everyone who knew him. Always laughing and smiling are my memories of him. xoxo
J.P. CAPPUCCITTI
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022Mary and Family; I am so sorry for your loss and was deeply saddened by this news.
May you and your family have peace and solace at this time.
Barb & Bruce Bolduc
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022Dear Mary & Family,
Sending you our thoughts and condolences. May the great memories that you created over the decades stay close to your heart & minds during the coming months and beyond. Bill will be missed by so many.
Hugs from Barb, Bruce & Spencer.
Steven DelGreco
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022Dear Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you have a lot of friends who care about you and your family. I am thinking of you and wish you all the best.
Tim Lea
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022RIP Uncle Bill❤️
Frances Frost & Mike Knoblauch
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022There are no words to express the sorrow we feel with the loss of Bill our wonderful son-in-law. A wonderful man who has been an integral part of our family. Rest in Peace Bill and we will miss you tremendously.
Paulette Ethier
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022Sending our love and the deepest condolences to all of the family .. Bill will certainly be missed .RIP ❤️❤️
Eric Harvey
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022My sincere condolences Mary, Eric
Maeve Davis
Posted on: Friday, January 21, 2022Hi Mary, so very sorry to learn of your husband’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. May his memory bring you all much comfort Maeve
Paul Desjardins
Posted on: Saturday, January 22, 2022Hi Mary. Very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Bill
your family will help you through these difficult days
Remember the good times you all shared
Our condolences
Paul and Janet
Eileen and Phil De Courcy
Posted on: Saturday, January 22, 2022Dear Mary and Madison,
We are so sorry to hear this news. With Bill’s passing, we have all lost a good friend. We have so many years of good and cherished memories. When we think of Bill, we recall how he always had a smile on his face and was at the ready with a warm embrace. We will always remember Bill with a tool in one hand, while the other hand reached to get you a beer or beverage of choice. Our spirits are lifted when we recall our memories of the many fun dinners, pool parties, camping trips and Bill’s tower of ice-cream containers. Bill will always be in our hearts and in our fondest memories. He lived his best life personifying kindness, hospitality, and joy in helping others. He was a very special human being. Sending you, our love. The De Courcy Family
Anthony Magagna
Posted on: Sunday, January 23, 2022Dear Mary
Please know that you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. I know it will do little to help but know that you are in my thoughts during this tragic time and may God guide you and your family each and every day.
Sincerely
Anthony
Sarah Roach
Posted on: Monday, January 24, 2022Mary, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. Thinking of you. Sincerely Sarah
Tracy Leger
Posted on: Monday, January 24, 2022Mary and Family
I am so sorry for your loss and the pain you are currently feeling. May the memories you have in your heart help to ease the pain and return a smile to your lips.
Thinking of you
Tracy Leger
Mike Knoblauch
Posted on: Monday, January 24, 2022Mary my thought and prayers are with you Maddison, Christine in this time of sorrow. Sir Bill I will greatly miss you for just being your humorous and kind side. You touched all that you came in contact with with your generous and kindness and will never be forgotten. I will miss all the greatBBQ’s, parties and get together that we had at your place and the trailers. Every time I will have German beer I will think of all the times that just you and I sat there and talked and they were great talks. So Sir Bill Rest In Peace my friend. Mary you and the young ladies are strong my thoughts are with you all stay strong and remember that you lost a great husband, father and grandfather.
Shannon & Family
Posted on: Monday, January 24, 2022I’ll never forget the first time walking into the Charman’s house,
from that moment I knew it was a perfect fit. Our daily walk, our secrets, our restaurant venture so many laughs. You always knew how to turn a sad day around. You will be missed but never forgotten
Always in our hearts 💕
Michael Bottan
Posted on: Thursday, January 27, 2022Dear Mary and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I look forward to a time when we can meet up again and celebrate Sir William. A life very well lived. Trust there is comfort, that the world is better because of Bills life and contributions. I have heard over and over again he brought joy to so many.
Fred & Monica Plant
Posted on: Thursday, January 27, 2022Dear Mary & Madison and Family. We are very sorry for your loss; we will always remember Bill as a man with a great sense of humor and unequivocal love for his Mary and Madison. We were fortunate to have several years of time with all of you and as it it turns out……those were “The Good Old Days”.
Kim Graveson
Posted on: Saturday, January 29, 2022Mary, we are so sorry to hear about your husband. We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Deepest Condolences.