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Debby Howe posted a condolence
Monday, November 7, 2022
I am so sorry that I missed the visitation. My sincerest condolences to Bill's family. Special thoughts and prayers to Michelle.
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Jim Duffy posted a condolence
Thursday, November 3, 2022
To Bill & Margaret and extended Family; Our sincere sympathy on the untimely death of Bill. Although we haven't seen Bill for many years we have great memories from early years and the 4-H Swine Club. Bill was always happy and a pleasure to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Anne Duffy
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randy van landeghem posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
I haven't seen Billy since high school but i remember he is one of the nicest guys i have met !
My condolences
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Dan Kobylka uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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On behalf of the Challenger Baseball program we are saddened by the death of Joey's father. Dawn, Joey and Jonathan please accept our sincere condolences on the death of your husband and father.
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Joe and Jeanette Johnston lit a candle
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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Our condolences to the DeMars and Weaver family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Joe and Jeanette Johnston
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Harriet & Ernie Daye posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
We would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the DeMars family on the passing of Billy. We have many fond memories of Billy as our student at Sacred Heart School.
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
With our condolences,
Harriet and Ernie Daye
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Michelle Clowater uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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The sun still shines, yet the world is a darker place without you...you will forever be my always.....Michelle xoxo
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Dean Townsend posted a condolence
Monday, October 31, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family of Bill I was Bills Tire guy for the past 8 years in woodstock one of the best drivers and best customer anyone could ask for.i was extremely saddened to hear the news of his passing I'm going to miss our talks about family and how we both had the same outook on life he was very proud of his family and alway talked highly of them rest easy Billy you will be greatly missed.
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Edith & Reg Lucier lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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Thinking of the entire DeMars family at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Crissy Aarssen- Johnston lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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Bill, Marg and Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Tracy & Brian Vandevenne posted a condolence
Monday, October 31, 2022
Brian and I are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Billy.
Brian has worked with Billy in the trucking industry for many years. He was very passionate and dedicated to his profession but more so to his family and friends. Brian will truly miss his daily phone calls.
Our sincere condolences to Billy’s family and friends.
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Judy Bahro posted a condolence
Monday, October 31, 2022
Bill, Margaret, the boys, Bill's wife & the entire Demars family I am so sorry to hear about Billy! Roger & I had spent numerous occasions with Bill and had some great times. Hold your memories close they will help you through the many tough days ahead!! Thinking of each and every one of you!! Judy Bahro & boys
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Mary Ann Sterling lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My sincere condolences to the whole family. Cherish the memories. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
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Barbara Burrows lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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Our thoughts.and prayers ane with Michelle and the family it is.such a great lost to everyone He had a beautiful heart.so caring.thoughtful to everyone the times we shared at the camp fire were so nice. To shared.that time with him and.his family such great friend ❤️ Our.blessing to to all the family May. you rest in Peace dear friend
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Kelly VanDellen & Bill Poissant posted a condolence
Monday, October 31, 2022
Sending our deepest sympathies to Michelle, Joey, Jonathon and the entire Demars family. Bill brought a smile to everyone that he came across and knew how to get everyone to laugh. He always took the time to "chat" and we have fond memories of him from highschool. He was a great Wildwood neighbour and we will miss him dearly. His memories will live on forever
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Nicole Mazerolle lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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Billy was a great friend/family to all those who got to know him.We will miss him at the fires at wildwood. thinking of Michelle and the family. Nicole and Paul
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Peter Seys lit a candle
Monday, October 31, 2022
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Tim & Penny Daniels lit a candle
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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Margaret and Bill, so very sorry to learn of your son’s passing. Condolences to you, his wife, children and the entire family.
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Maureen & Colleen Clancy lit a candle
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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Sincere sympathy to Bill’s family. He will be missed.
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Ashley Hoekstra posted a condolence
Sunday, October 30, 2022
So very sorry for your loss Michelle and family. Wildwood won't be the same in the Spring, we will miss the chit chat and the reminders that the wagon is coming around! Sending our condolences.
The Hoekstra Family
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Denise Holland posted a condolence
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Bill was such a sweet man hr would do anything for anybody ginna miss u bud fly high with ur new amgel wings
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Denise Holland lit a candle
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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Sherry & Dave Crowe lit a candle
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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We are so sorry for your loss.
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Mike MacKinnon lit a candle
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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To Bill’s Family
I worked with Bill at preferred Transport and Laidlaw, great guy. We are sorry for your loss, you’re in our thoughts.
Sincerely
Mike & Janice MacKinnon
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Lesli posted a condolence
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Condulance to bills sons and family and Michelle. I was heartbroken to hear of his passing.Rip Bill and thanks for loving ❤ my friend and making her so happy.
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JOHN V DORE uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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Bill was a Beam of Light in Every Life he Touched
And You see that Light.....in Every Sunrise and Sunset.
I will miss you, My Brother.
Until we meet again. Enjoy your Wings!
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Ron and Pat Carnahan posted a condolence
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Our sincere sympathy to the Weaver family.
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David Illsley posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, October 29, 2022
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Sorry for your loss condolences to the family it was a pleasure meeting bill always had a big smile see you again on the other side Rest In Peace
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The family of Bill DeMars uploaded a photo
Saturday, October 29, 2022
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