Condolences
Dear Family, I was so sorry to hear of Bills passing and send you all my condolences. Bill was indeed a remarkable man with a strong will to keep living in the truest sense. My late husband, Norris Bick and I enjoyed his and Jeans company through Chanters activities and socially. We always loved receiving his printed materiel and Christmas greetings. Bill always remembered to inquire after my mother Isobel and sister Karen long after my father, Bert Follett, Director of the Chanters passed away. I was concerned the last couple of years when the cards stopped. I am very sorry that I will not be able to attend the service Saturday. I go out of town today on a previously arranged obligation. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all. God bless, Sandra Follett-Bick
Bill was on the Executive of CHHA-Calgary (Canadian Hard of Hearing Association) with me for a few years and we had lots of fun. He was the 'oldest' Executive member but the most enthusiastic. He was a very busy man and sometimes his Kiwanis Club meetings were on the same evenings as CHHA-Calgary so he 'took turns'. He lived around the corner from the Southern AB Deaf Centre where our meetings were held and I often dropped information to his door. I could barely get in the due to his extensive book collections. We went to the Calgary Winter Club for our Executive appreciation dinner and Bill was so proud to host it because he was a member. I never saw Bill wear anything else but a 2 pc suit and his cane. I am no longer a member of CHHA-Calgary but saw his obituary and passed it on to those who would remember him. My condolences to his daughter Janice. We shared the same first name however I go by Jan. Bill always liked that.
Janice -- you probably don't remember me. We met as children when our fathers were in Kiwanis. (Charlie & Margaret Ross) My sisters and I used to highland dance -- you may remember seeing us at a Xmas party or something. My parents valued your parent's friendship very much, and your mom used to enjoy listening to our daughter Heather perform on piano. We kept in touch with your Dad after your mom passed away, but somehow we eventually lost contact. Your parents were such wonderful, caring people, and we miss them in our lives. Our sympathy goes to all of your family. We will always remember your parents. Barbara, Mary and Patricia Ross and families. God Bless You All
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Janice. My fondest memory: he was the one 'adult' who spent the most time with all of us kids (cousins) when we were youngsters. He would pile us all into his El Camino and take us to the top of Scotsmans Hill in Calgary to spend the afternoon doing rolly pollies down the steep grassy slope. There was always an air of adventure and fun when Uncle Bill was in command. It was through Bill's affiliation with the Mason's that I became a member of The International Order of Job's Daughters, Bethel 12, Calgary at the age of 13. This was a life changing experience for me and a time in my life that was the richest in community, friendship, charity and personal development. My father John, a printer, and Uncle Bill and I shared common careers in the printing industry. Bill's interest in my graphic design work was much appreciated. Uncle Bill was a intriguing man who always had an interesting comment or question to ask. He was sincerely interested in people and in the world. I was happy that Uncle Bill chose Halifax as his last home which he absolutely loved. I can't say enough about the love and care he received his last few years from Alex, Barb and Jeff MacDonald - his personal angels. His wish was their command. Rest in peace, Uncle Bill. You were a man with a huge heart and always with a twinkle in your eye.
So long "Uncle Bill." It was always an honour, privelege and absolute pleasure to be in your company. With love from the Veinotte branch of "your Mitchells." To Alex, Jeff and Barb-you took such great care of your Uncle Bill. It was so obvious how much he loved you all. What a special bond between Bill and Jeff-what love and admiration each had for the other! I know that you will all carry him with you-after all how could you not-he really was somethin'special!
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