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Published by Legacy Remembers from May 26 to May 28, 2016.

William (Bill) Stephen CORLESS December 6, 1939 - May 20, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of William (Bill) Stephen Corless at the age of 76. Son of the late Stephen Fletcher Corless and the late Edna Marguerite Campbell and beloved husband of the late Nicole (nee Chaput). He is deeply mourned by his two daughters Nadine (Robert) and Liane (Roch). Loving and cherished Grampa to Stephen, Danika, Kyra, and Tyler. He will be missed by nephew Mathieu, his sister-in-law Denise, and the rest of the Chaput family. He will always be remembered for his kindness, patience, generous heart, and love for his family. Visitation will take place at 1pm Sunday, May 29 at Collins, Clarke, MacGillivray, White Funeral Home, 222 Autoroute 20-exit 49, (use 27 Salisbury for GPS) Pointe-Claire, followed by a service in the chapel of the funeral home at 2pm. The family wishes to extend thanks to the staff and nurses at C.H.S.L.D. Bayview Centre. Donations in his memory may be made to parkinson.ca for those who wish to do so.

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May 28, 2016

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Janet & Wolfgang Rohde

May 28, 2016

We are very sorry to hear the news of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Colleen Casey

May 27, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember him fondly as a kind, patient and gentle husband and father. He will be missed.

Colleen and family

David Garforth

May 27, 2016

I was very sorry to read of Bill's death. My sympathy goes out to the whole family at this very sad time.

May 26, 2016

Deepest sympathies to your whole family. He was a gentle soul and the model of a devoted husband and family man.

We are thinking of you in this difficult time.

Chantale and family

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