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Cam posted a condolence
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Williy was one of the niceest most genuine people I have had the privilege of meeting. I am sorry for your loss.
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Jack & Sheri Piercy posted a condolence
Saturday, December 30, 2023
Kathy and family,
We are sorry to hear of Willards recent passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family, at this difficult time.
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Debbie Estey lit a candle
Monday, December 25, 2023
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I am so so sorry to hear of your great loss! I have so many fond memories of Willard at the hospital and I always loved his laugh! My thoughts and prayers will be with you, Kathy and family!
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Trent Nodwell lit a candle
Sunday, December 24, 2023
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So sorry to hear of Willard's passing. He was a very kind and easy going soul. I remember his parents well as a kid growing up in Green Hill & he emulated them so well! He will be missed. Condolences to his entire family.
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Adra Trail posted a condolence
Friday, December 22, 2023
To Kathy and Family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of your great loss. I remember Willie as a very kind and gentle person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Adra Trail
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Sandra MacBean posted a condolence
Friday, December 22, 2023
I was teaching at Stanley High School when Willard entered grade nine after being out of school for awhile. He had decided he needed gr. 9 in order to take a trade course. That year was successful, so he stayed for another year, and another, and graduated. I will never forget seeing him receive his high school diploma. I have seen many Stanley kids graduate from high school, and have been happy for each of them, but I have never been as proud of anyone as I was of Willard.
He certainly made a contribution to society by the career he chose and by the way he lived.
My sincere condolences to you all in the loss of this good man.
Sandra MacBean
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Rhona & Ralph Chase posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Our deepest sympathy Kathy and family in the loss of Willard your loved one. Remembered in prayer! Rhona & Ralph Chase
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Gwen Dorcas Ferguson posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Willard’s passing. I am sending my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband.
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Donna Kerr-Burpee posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
My condolences Kathy to you and your family. I have many fond memories of Willard working at the hospital. So sorry for your loss.
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Donald Campbell posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Kathy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Willard's passing. We both enjoyed working with Willard at the hospital. Sincere sympathy to the family. Debbie and Donnie Campbell
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Megan and Anne Marie posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
We are truly sorry about the loss of Willie. He was a wonderful person and his memory will live on in the hearts of everyone. Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time.
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Brenda St. Germain posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
I was so sorry to hear about Willie. I didn't know him well, but when I think of him, I smile. I have a feeling it's the same for all who knew him. What a legacy that is. Thinking of you all during this time, and wishing you peace.
Much love,
Brenda St. Germain
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Melissa McLaughlin posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Kathy,Ola, Holley and Phillip,
I am so incredibly sorry for your tremendous loss. I have the most wonderful memories of working with Willie. He was truly one of the kindest caregivers I have had the pleasure of working with. His infectious laugh brightened every room he entered.
Then years later we were given the opportunity to reconnect through Ola and our sweet Owin. I am incredibly grateful for that. He loved his family with all his being and was so proud of you all.
Sending you all love.
Melissa, Allen, Nolan and Evy McLaughlin
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Gale Munn posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Deepest condolences to Willard's family. He always had a smile and joke. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Keith and Gale Munn
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Betty Nicholson lit a candle
Thursday, December 21, 2023
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Dear Kathy & Families:
Heaven has welcomed someone truly "Special" Although our hearts feel the loss,we know there is a celbraton in Heaven Dear Willard was such a kind and happy man. He loved his Lord. I am so blessed hat we had a short walk into our church last Sunday together. I Pa for ch of you that God will give you the strength to face each new day. You are now on a new journey.. today Willard is experiencing what his Christian life was al about. How exciting. Praying for each of you that you all will be strengthenedby the love of family and friends
With Heartfelt Sympathy and Prayers
Betty Nicholson
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Angela Lawson Penney posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Just seeing that wonderful picture of Willard brings back joyful memories of him at the ball field. Such a supporter of the children and a big contributor to the health of New Brunswickers.
So sorry for your loss. There is no good time to experience this
Angela Lawson Penney.
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Dianne Irvine lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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My deepest sympathy for the loss of Willard he was a very kind caring man he will be missed
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Sandra Pond posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Kathy and family . I am so sorry to learn about Willie’s passing. I have many memories of times spent working with him at DECH . He always brought fun and laughter to any situation .
My thoughts are with you
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Trent Piercy donated to The Chalmers Foundation Inc.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Sending my sincerest condolences to Ola and your family during the loss of your father.
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Janice Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Kathy and Family: Sending sincere Condolences during this difficult time. I will always remember Willards contagious laugh.
Sincerely
Janice (Moore) Brown
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Debbie Cameron posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Our sincerest sympathy to the family at this sad time! Debbie and Glenn Cameron.
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Sara Merrithew posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
I worked with Willy for many years at the DECH,he loved me and I loved him. He was one of a kind. He loved his family dearly. Rip Willy,you will be missed
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Chris Hood posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
My deepest condolences to Kathy, Ola, Holley, Philip, and the entire Merrill family.
Oh Willey, so many laughs, so many gags, so many tricks, so many songs and so many adventures we shared over our work years together. Willie was my work partner for several years when I first went to work at the hospital in 1986. He was a well-loved, caring, honest, kind man that was just a kid at heart.
I am so happy that I got to see Willey and Kathy in October at the paramedic awards gala, where Ola was recognized for her years of service. It was nice to get a picture of a few of us with Willey as a memory of good days gone by.
I hope Willey is up to his old tricks and is singing his heart out to whoever is there to listen. RIP my friend.
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Candace posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
My condolences to the family on the passing of Willie.
We met through the Adult Day Program at York Care Centre a couple of months ago, and I have to say, Willie was the absolute life of the party during his short time with the program. Outside of our Adult Day Program department, even the maintenance men enjoyed getting to know Willie and would stop by for a "say and smoke" whenever Willie was in to the Centre. His caring, outgoing, and fun personality will surely be missed by all. I am thinking of the family at this difficult time, and sending lots of love to you especially, Kathy!
Candace Purcell (Community Outreach Coordinator, Manager of the Adult Day Program)
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Tom Barry posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Willard was an icon in the DECH for all of us. Always with a smile and a laugh, always the first to offer to help, and a bright light in the chaos of an ER under crisis. I have thought of him often since my retirement and the world was a better place with his presence.
Willard will be remembered with fondness and never forgotten by those of us who worked alongside of him.
Tom Barry MD
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Shirley Carroll posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Wayne and I are sending our sincere condolences for your great loss to you, Kathy, and your family. We remember Willie as a warm, friendly person who enjoyed our "BYF" gatherings.
Our prayer is that the boundless love of God will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Wayne and Shirley Carroll
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Janice Reynolds posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
To Willard’s family
My condolences to the family on the passing of Willie . We meet this family through doing our News paper many years ago . If the kids were busy here comes Willie on his scooter doing the papers rain or shine with always a smile and and a friendly hello . We missed seeing him after the changes came to the delivery service . Thinking of the family at this sad time
Janice Reynolds
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Mike O'Dell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
To Willard's Family,
Please accept my sincere condolence on Willards passing. I remember Willard from his student days at NBCC. Willard was an extremely kind,caring gentleman always willing to lend a hand. I hope that all your great memories will be a comfort to you during the days ahead. RIP my friend
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Richard & SueEllen Derrah posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
So sorry for your loss! Praying for and your family that God will grant you strength in coming days.
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Garry R. Hatfield posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Dear Katherine & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you all.
It is a very difficult time for all of you.
Willie will be greatly missed,
So sorry for your loss.
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Maggie White posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
My condolences, Kathy, Ola, Holly and Phillip.
His laughter was indeed contagious and I remember how he would always drop in to see dad (Grenville Greer) tell stories, and play a few game of pool.
My prayers and sympathies to you all.
Maggie White (Greer)
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Heather Peterson lit a candle
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Dearest Kathy and family,
So saddened to hear about Willard’s passing. I have such great memories of him when we were younger at the ole’ homestead with Grampy and Grammy Merrill. When he drove his Datsun B210 and pulled up next door I wasn’t long getting over for a visit to the Ward’s. He was a wonderful dancer and can still see him having a dance off with Harry at our wedding. He was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand. Great men like Willard leave an impact on everyone they meet and he will be missed. Thinking of you all and wishing you peace, Until we meet again on the other side, rest easy my dearest friend Willard.
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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