Condolences
Dear Ruth, so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a wonderful gentleman in all that he did. Sunday breakfasts were very special. Take care. Sharren Eveland
Sharren Eveland // October 21, 2022
My sympathies to Ruth Anne and her family
Bill was an old school friend from many years ago, at RDHS. After a long separation because of careers, we finally got to see one another on occasion once again. I always enjoyed these visits however brief. Bill had a sense of humour that he could bring to any situation; however serious it might be. I am sure this special trait served him well over his lifetime and was appreciated by all those, who came in contact with him. He will be missed for sure, but persons like Bill will always be remembered for who they were and what they were able to do.
Earle Johnson // October 20, 2022
My name is Bill Kerr - [Bill #2] I met Bill April 28th at CKHA we shared a room till May 9th ...we had an immediate bond...my uncle was an OPP. Bill & I talked a laughed and laughed - the nurses use to stop and visit with us - Bill and I brought smiles and laughter to them on a daily basis... I moved to the rehab side May 9th but called over to his room every day or two... to check up on him. I gave him my home phone and address and we talked about when he got better and up and around he would take me for a ride in one or all of his cars.. I never did get his phone or address or I would have definitely come for a visit... I came home May 20th and called several times then found out he got to go home in early June in time for Ruth's birthday - that was his goal...
He made it ...but now this - it was such a shock to see and read this - our deepest sympathies to you all. Bill #1 was such an awesome friendly person - we had such a good time during during our time together and I will him forever.
William Kerr // October 19, 2022
With sympathy and respect to Ruth and family in Bill’s passing. A wonderful community minded man. It has been a pleasure to know both Bill and you. Hugs- and prayers for the days ahead. Jane and Brian Wright, Chatham
Jane and Brian Wright // October 19, 2022
Bill was such a car guy and was so much fun loved his stories George and Betty Gordon
GEORGE GORDON // October 18, 2022
So sorry to hear of Bills passing. I always enjoyed my discussions with Bill on any range of topics…….our sincere condolences Wayne & Linda
Wayne & Linda Schnabel // October 16, 2022
Dear Ruth I remember many laughs as we worked together in Blenheim. He will be deeply missed. I'm so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with.
Glen & Donna Dietrich // October 16, 2022
Ruth,
Thinking of you and sending our sincere condolences at this time.
May all the fond memories of Bill that are being expressed by all who knew him,
bring you comfort now and as time moves on.
God bless.
Tim & Rosemary Larkin // October 16, 2022
Dear Ruth, Heather and family . . . We are very sorry to learn of Bill's recent passing. Most visits we had with Bill over the years were at the many area car shows we and he enjoyed attending. Sending our thoughts and prayers for the blessings of strength, comfort and peace in the times ahead. Sincerely Fred and Cheryl
Fred and Cheryl (Robertson) Galbraith // October 16, 2022
So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. Our hearts go out to you.
Remember well, the enjoyable evenings with you, the Waites, the Youngers.
Our thoughts and prayers.
Dic/Elaine Putnam // October 15, 2022
Thinking of your family today. Remembering the good times whenever seeing you both.
Deb Bellamy // October 15, 2022
Ruth and family -
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days to come.
Larry & Patricia Rumble // October 15, 2022
Ruth are deepest condolences. We will always remember Bill for his jokes and sense of humour.
Terry and Sue Novosad // October 14, 2022
Dear Ruth and family. Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. A sad loss for Forsyth Drive.
Doug & Jodie Johnston // October 14, 2022
Ruth, our family sends our sincerest condolences at this time. We all enjoyed Bill’s great sense of humour and can still remember some of his work related stories he would tell at dinner parties.
We will miss him.
Judy, Jim, Adam and Hui
Judy Dick // October 14, 2022
Dear Ruth, Those we love can never be more than a thought apart. Thinking of you at this time. Nancy
Nancy Guyitt Cameron // October 14, 2022
I am grateful to have had the pleasure of working with Bill while representing the South Kent community needs on Chatham Kent Council.
Our Sincerest condolences are extended to Ruth. May your days and your heart be forever filled with all your beautiful memories
Sincerely Robert and Karen Herman
Karen Herman // October 13, 2022
Ruth,
Sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. He was a kind gentleman. We had many discussions about his beloved Healey 2000 and the P1800 Volvo over our years working together. I will cherish the memories I have of Bill
Take good
Wayne Burke // October 13, 2022
I have wonderful memories of Bill coming into the dental office and sharing stories of trips he had taken and life as a police officer. I always looked forward to a visit from him and his lovely wife Ruth. You are in my thoughts and prayers Ruth. Such a huge loss to our community.
Carlin Cunningham // October 13, 2022
Ruth & Family:
We are sorry to hear the passing of Bill. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Glen & Margie Richardson // October 13, 2022
Our Condolences Ruth.
We have such good memories from the Car Club and Car Shows. The last time we visited together was over breakfast at Jacks - that was great !
John & Deb Guyitt // October 13, 2022
Ruth and family. Very sorry to read of Bill’s passing. He was a very kind and pleasant man who will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Rose Simpson // October 13, 2022
My condolences Ruth on Bill's passing. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you with many fond memories. Marilyn
MARILYN SALES - FRASER // October 12, 2022
I was sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Words are never enough at this time. Cherish your memories.
Carrie Ball ( daughter of the late Cpl. Everett Shelp)
Carrie Ball (Shelp) // October 12, 2022
Ruth, please accept my sincere condolences on thd passing of Bill
Rest in Peace, Bill
You were a pillar of strength in our community
Shawn Shawn // October 12, 2022
Ruth, sending thoughts and prayers!
Kathy Noble // October 12, 2022
Ruth, Bonnie & I are deeply saddened to learn of Bill's passing. He was always the consummate gentleman, pleasant with a smile and usually a joke too. We recall visiting your residence in Southcott Pines, Grand Bend on several occasions in the mid to late 70's. This was after Bill joined the OPP and was commuting to Petrolia detachment if memory is correct in that VW Golf diesel. We lost touch after his transfer south and ours from Pinery Park detachment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and other family members at this difficult time. Cherish the memories. Rest in peace Bill
Rick & Bonnie Kotwa // October 12, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, during this difficult time.
Jerry and Jean De Bruyn // October 12, 2022
Ruth, we are sorry to hear of Bill's passing, sincere condolences. Remember him well in the town of Blenheim and his involvement in the community.
Jack & Donna Turk // October 12, 2022
Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with yous.❤🙏
Joanne(Rumble) and Bob Gillespie // October 12, 2022
Bill was an awesome person always enjoyed talking with him. He treated everyone the way he wanted to be treated he will be missed
Richard Turner // October 12, 2022
I first met Bill when he was a police officer in Blenheim. and saw him quite a few times after he retired. He always had a smile on his face when I saw him and always remembered me no matter how it was in between times we saw each other. Thoughts and prayers sent out for Bill's family and friends.
Jim Doan // October 12, 2022
Ruth and Family
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bill.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I had the pleasure of working with Bill during my posting in Petrolia.
He was always a pleasure to work with. Rest in Peace my friend.
Ken Hayward // October 12, 2022
Our condolences to Ruth and family. Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was always pleasant when he walked into the ComCenter and in the office.
Leon & Barb Arsenault // October 12, 2022
Ruth, we were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Elizabeth and Ed McKinlay // October 12, 2022
It was my pleasure to work with Bill for a few years in Blenheim and Chatham. He was a very kind and gentle soul. Marsha and I offer our deepest condolences.
Brad Fishleigh // October 11, 2022
Ruth I was so touched when I looked down the line and saw you coming towards me with condolences when we lost our mom,(Dorothy Gow). Sorry, I cannot do the same for you. I do send my condolences and remember my own days at RDHS in the same grade as Bill. What a tribute to Bill that a lady in his room for such short times was drawn to send condolences. Sincerely, Helen Meneray, Owen Sound
Helen Meneray // October 11, 2022
Ruth, I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I always enjoyed seeing and chatting with you both.
Donna Holling // October 11, 2022
I am sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please accept my condolences.
Kathy
Kathryn Willson Parchelo // October 11, 2022
Sincerest sympathy just the greatest fellow to know we were so blest to have him in our community sending love and prayers
Janet Shepherd // October 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you, always enjoyed chatting with Bill.
Ben & Deb Grywacheski // October 11, 2022
Ruth, Cath and I were saddened to hear of Bills' passing. We both worked with Bill and have many fond memories of those Blenheim Detachment days. Bill will be missed, but always remembered.
Mark and Cathy Willmore // October 11, 2022
My condolences to the family. Bill was always pleasant to work with. He will be missed.
Johanna Vanboxtel // October 11, 2022
Ruth,
We were saddened to read of Bill's passing. Thinking of you during this difficult and sad time.
With deepest sympathy, Krista & Mike Gladstone
Krista Gladstone // October 11, 2022
Dear Ruth. So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Geri & William (Field) Clark // October 11, 2022
My condolences to the family of Officer Bill. I met him many years ago when he was stationed in Blenheim and learned he knew my entire family. He was a big part of my life growing up and the decision to become an Officer myself. I cherished the meetings and conversations over the years whenever we saw each other and am Thankful for all the advice and kind words and care he showed for not only me but an entire Community. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. He will be missed by all who had the honour of knowing him.
Amy Finn // October 11, 2022
Sincerest condolences to Bill's Family and Friends for their loss .
Betty Turner/Clark // October 11, 2022
Ruth: We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick & Linda Tarcea // October 11, 2022
My deepest sympathy Ruth thinking of you at this difficult time. He will be truly missed in our neighborhood.
Barb Prangley // October 11, 2022
Dear Ruth,
So sorry to read of Bill’s passing. Jim & I always enjoyed seeing you both at the car shows. Bill always made time to visit & reminisce about days gone by growing up in Ridgetown. Remember all the good times & memories to help you through the difficult days ahead. My sincere sympathy to you.
Glenda
Glenda Yule // October 11, 2022
Ruth and family: Sorry to hear off Bill's passing. He will be missed in our community, he always had a smile and a quick comment. Our thoughts and Payers are with you. Hugh and Ruth McDougall
Hugh and Ruth McDougall // October 11, 2022
Ruth & Family. You have our deepest sympathy on the passing of Bill.We enjoyed many Tours with you & Bill in our antique vehicles. He will be missed. We will keep you in our prayers
John Hendrie // October 11, 2022
Ruth and family we are so very sorry for your loss. Bill always had a smile for us and we enjoyed a chat with Bill and you whenever we met. Let all the fond memories comfort you at this sad time. Fred & Kaye.
Fred & Kaye Lee // October 11, 2022
Ruth & Family: - so sorry to read of Bill's passing - my thoughts & prayers go out to you at this most difficult time - Bill, Ruth & I went to school together in Ridgetown - cherish the memories. Brenda (Welch) Robinson
Brenda Robinson // October 11, 2022
Ruth and Heather, praying for you and your families at this time. May God give you His peace and comfort.
Lorraine Wright // October 11, 2022
Dear Ruth and Family: Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Always would enjoy talking with Bill when we met. Take and we wish you well moving forward.
David and June Logan // October 11, 2022
Ruth, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Gail VanDube // October 11, 2022
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I first met Bill when we were classmates in 9E our first year in high school. Would run into him occasionally at the post offices or on the street and reminisce about the days gone by. Sorry for your loss.
Lynn and Dennis Boylan // October 11, 2022
Sad to hear of Bill Scott's passing. He was most always in an amiable mood, and great to work with !
Albert Covemaeker // October 11, 2022
Bill was a Gentleman and served proudly.He had time for anybody and everybody.rest in peace brother you deserve it.
Hugh Duff // October 11, 2022
Bill will be missed immensely in our neighborhood. He drew great respect and he was so soft spoken and witty. Right to the end. We will miss him dearly
Linda Hoy // October 10, 2022
Ruth,
Sincere condolences to you and Bill’s family.
Bill always had a smile and a conversation when meeting on the street.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
RIP Bill.
Sincerely,
Peter and Linda
Linda & Peter Hebblethwaite // October 10, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Bill had a great sense of humour and always had a joke or funny story to share at our Legion Villa Board meetings. i know he will be missed
Mike and Barb Ferren // October 10, 2022
Condolences on the passing of Bill.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Audrey Pyke // October 10, 2022
I always enjoyed talking to Bill at the car shows. Our condolences to Ruth and family.
Pat and Deb Hoy // October 10, 2022
Ruth, you personally do not know me but i was the housekeeper in Bills hospital room. Over the few weeks of getting to know Bill i knew he was a great man. We would often laugh and joke for the few mins i was in his room.
My condolences to you and your family.
Brianna
Brianna Broadwood // October 10, 2022
Ruth our sympathies and prayers are with you. We are thankful for all the great memories with Bill. We enjoyed many conversations over the many years. He will be missed by many.
Don and Anne Gammage // October 10, 2022
Ruth, I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I remember selling your home to you both years ago. The odd time I saw Bill in Blenheim he was so pleasant to talk about his cars and especially you. In high school I was in the same classes with you and I know that you were both an exceptional couple with the same ideals. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Ellen
Ellen Roberts // October 10, 2022
I so sorry to hear of Bills passing ,,,,,we went to school together in Ridgetown ,,,,,and in years past he was always there with a smile to reminisce ,,,,,
My condolences to Ruth and family ,,,,,RIP Bill,,,,,
Nancy ,,,,,,(Taylor) McDougall // October 10, 2022
The first television we ever owned was purchased in Ridgetown from Bill's father, Art.
Bill and I were in the same year at Ridgetown District High School and I was pleased that we could reminisce about those days when he sat across from me at the 2015 reunion of RDHS 1960s students.
I'm saddened by his passing. My condolences.
Harry van Vugt // October 10, 2022