Obituary of William Layden

The family of Bill Layden is sad to announce his passing on September 1, 2014. Born in Elgin, NB, “Billie” was predeceased by his beloved parents, mother, Patricia (McHugh) and father, John F. Layden, General Merchant. He is survived by his wife, Brenda (Haslam Layden); daughter, Kelly (Kevin McWhirter); grandsons, Samuel and Connar McWhirter of Fredericton, NB; sisters, Diana Durant (Norbert) of Dartmouth, NS and Patty Ash (Dave) of Hampton, NB; brothers, Jack (Margi) of Lower Coverdale, NB and Dan of Halifax, NS; stepdaughter, Bobbie Hamilton (Kevin) of Kingston, ON; step-grandchildren, Leslie McCullough, Morgan and Nate Hamilton; stepson Krispin Thibodeau of Fredericton, NB; brother-in-law, Blaine Haslam (Arlene) of Alma, NB; sister -in-law, Diane Haslam (late Brian) of Riverview, NB and their families; special mother-in-law, Shirley Haslam of Alma, NB. Those who knew him know what kind of teacher, husband, father, grandfather and person he was. We will miss him so! Bill would say thanks to the students and parents of Boiestown, all of whom played such an important part in an enjoyable life. There will be a public visitation at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive on Friday, September 5, 2014 from 4-8 pm. At Bill’s request there will be a Private Family Memorial. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Fredericton Food Bank or to the Fredericton Community Kitchen. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com. Now life’s been fair for this here man Blessed with a family all so grand It grieves my heart to end my stay Cause I no more will be passing this way Before too long we’ll meet again But as I wait my love I send And as I lie here on the brae I no more will be passing this way And some day soon I hope and pray We’ll be as one when you’re passing this way - Darcy Broderick