How we all loved our Uncle Bill. His sly sense of humor, quick wit and unique laugh still resonate in my mind and heart. One particular memory: When I was in elementary school, I was being bullied by another kid, Donald Edy. He would routinely push me to the ground and then sit on me. It was humiliating. On a visit to Lethbridge, I asked uncle Bill if he could show me how to protect myself from Donald. As most of you know, Bill was a Golden Gloves boxer, so he took me aside and showed me the boxer stance and how to deliver the “old one-two.” I was thrilled and felt invincible. The next time Donald approached me, I went into the stance with my “dukes up.” Donald stopped in his tracks, turned around and literally ran away. I didn’t have to throw a punch. From that point on I was never bothered by bullies, never threw a punch, and understood the power of self-confidence. Thank you Uncle Bill for changing my life and being there when I needed you. Love always, Paul
