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for Charles DANIEL
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Til
April 4, 2025
Was my boss for almost a year. It was my first job out of High School and helped me prepare for College the next year. RIP
Bill & Roy leave for survey camp - 1945
Judy Tredgett
December 21, 2017
Here is a photo (provided by my brother David) of Bill and my Dad (Roy Tredgett) as they leave for U of T survey camp in 1945. Bill's car, often mentioned by my Dad, was nicknamed "Black Beauty".
Marleen Daniel
December 19, 2017
We arrived to family stories at The Rosedale Club Reception about Dad Charles William Daniel. Stories about how he has brought together his family. The special connections told from his friends in high school to business throughout Dads career. How he kept us alltogether through many family reunions over the years. Stories of his integrity, generosity, humanity to all walks of life. Compassionate and caring. When our families were young and growing Dad chose to be on boards across Canada that would allow him to travel to wherever his family was to make sure he had the time to share for all of us. He managed to spend special time to oversee our needs even when he was in need. 1981 he was in terrible back pain and was going for surgery. He could hardly walk, yet he continued to work. He arranged for our daughter Terna that had open heart surgery in 1981 to fly her to Toronto Sick Kids Hospital on the Shell Jet at sea level pressure where Dr. Bill Williams performed the Mustard technique on Terna's heart. We spent the next two months living with Mom and Dad in their home in Toronto while Terna recovered.
On the West Coast Dad was on the Canfor Board in Vancouver. In the early 80s on one of Dad's many visits. He was being interviewed on BCTV by Jack Webster a very ruthless interviewer. To the point and cutting to the quick. In some ways we were concerned for Dad but after watching the interview with Jack Webster who showed total respect for Mr. CW Daniel. It's an interview I have never forgotten. That weekend Dad invited us into Vancouver to see the Famous Peoples Players Performing with puppets under black light at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Afterwords we had the honour to meet Diane Dupuy and all the actors that had performed Liberace in the early 80s. Dad was President of Shell Canada at that time. They sponsored this incredible unforgettable theatre group from Toronto.
At Our home today hangs the picture of Dad with Founder of Famous Peoples Players Diane Dupuy, Radio and Television host Jack Webster, Canadian actor Leslie William Nielsen who was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and all the actors who were mentally handicapped performing in the play.
We had the honor when we were in Toronto at Dads Celebration of life to go to the Famous Peoples Players Theatre to have Dinner and watch them performing still today In Toronto. They have their own building. After you've had a meal, they perform in their theatre. This wonderful Community Diane created from imagining a world with no boundaries at a very young age, with her mother and now her daughter Joanne who is overseeing from the minute you've checked in your coat. The whole staff from the minute they arrive, cook and serve you dinner. Then escorted you into the theatre where they change into their costumes to perform. The most colourful fantasy entertainment that all ages can enjoy under black light. Dads picture is on this wall, among many sponsors, actors, and supporters that have helped this theatre continue to bring their story to life. Dad wasn't always just there for his family. He was there for everyone. I remember a time when We were 25 invited to a Christmas gathering for the mentally handicapped. At the time called mentally retarded. I almost didn't go feeling uncomfortable about appearing. My fears on meeting mentally disabled were put to rest when we walked into the room realizing that we were the ones with the handicap. They Greeted us with love and open arms as they just enjoyed every minute of life. I understand Diane's dream of breaking down barriers. Keep Diane and Dad's dream alive. If you get the chance go see Famous Peoples Player In Toronto.
In every phone call Dad asked about every family members well being. He covered us with grace when we were in need of it. He helped take the hurt away without asking. He was always there to offer his help in anyway. In our later years dad helped us acquire a cure that wasn't available in Canada and would be costly to our family. Marleen was cured of Hep C, 4th stage liver disease with dads help. We were honoured to spend our time with Dad, giving him help in the time of his life that was a transition for him from total independence to assisted living with caregivers while wintering in Florida in 2014. To a man that had everything and gave everything. We where humbled to share that time with Dad.
Rest In Peace if anyone deserves it it's you Dad! When emotions run high we only hope that we all take a moment to think how Dad lived his life and do him proud because he taught us well.
Your in our thoughts always
Marleen and Bob
Martha Tredgett
December 18, 2017
Dear David, Colleen, Karen and Bobby,
It was nice to see you all on Friday and hear the warm remembrances of your dear father - such a lovely man. We really enjoyed spending time with "The Commander" What an amazing and full life he lived. Incredible to think that Roy and Bill went back to university days!
We will remember him fondly.
With our deepest condolences,
Martha Tredgett and family.
Rosalyn & George Gonsalves
December 18, 2017
Dave, Susan and family
We were saddened to learn of your Dad's passing, and remember him fondly from Sean's birthday parties on Batson Drive in Aurora! A life well lived!
May the memories of the good times spent together be of comfort to you all at this sad time.
Sincere condolences
December 18, 2017
It's a time for mourning and reflection on happy memories. A life well lived and a huge family to be thankful for. Our most sincere condolences and sympathies to Sue & David and his siblings; Diane and Peter Wardell
December 15, 2017
Bob, Dave, Karen, Colleen and Daniel family, our deepest sympathies on your loss. Bill lived a celebrated life and was surrounded with the love of family. We spent many great times with Bill and the family spanning many years. He will be missed but live on in our memories.
Love, Gord & Joanne Kerr.
Judy Tredgett
December 15, 2017
** in fact, it was "The Commander" he was known by in our family. One of a kind.
Judy Tredgett
December 14, 2017
Bill who we fondly referred to as The Manager was a lovely man and a good friend to my father, Roy Tredgett. They were at UofT Engineering together and remained friends throughout their lives. Remarkably, Bill visited my Dad regularly throughout his many years of declining health. His kindness and friendship will be remembered by all of us.
Sincere condolences to the whole Daniel family.
Sylvia Bisbee
December 14, 2017
Bill was a special man. We were very fortunate to have had the opportunity to spend many delightful days boating, fishing and even shopping with him. He will be missed by all his family and friends. May your memories bring you comfort and make you smile. He is now dancing with his Ruthie Bear . Sylvia and Gerald Bisbee
Ruth McGuirl
December 13, 2017
My deepest condolences to Kellie, Bert and family on the loss of your dear grandfather. I know he had a great impact on your life and will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Tony & Roseanne Partington
December 13, 2017
Our condolences go out to Dave and Sue, and all the Daniel family, on the passing of Bill Daniel. He was a great Canadian but, more importantly, a wonderful patriarch of his family. We will remember Bill and Ruth fondly.
Jeff Wesley
December 13, 2017
Bill Daniel and I never met but he did have an incredible impact on my life and I want his family to know that he was the person as described in his obituary. It has been over 33 years since I worked for Shell Canada but I have always remembered what he did for me. I was a junior employee at Shell Canada in Toronto (having just relocated to Toronto from Sarnia) when the company made the decision to now relocate to Calgary. At this same time our daughter became very ill (she is fine now) and we could not take the relocation to Calgary (the best doctor to treat her was in London Ontario). It was a very difficult time in the life of our family and I wrote a very personal letter and appealed to Bill Daniel to help us on some Shell Canada related issues. We never spoke nor met but doors were opened to help us after he received my letter and I always respected the warm heart and compassion shown to us. Sincere sympathy to his family and his loss is a great loss to us all.
Heather & Douglas Hanna
December 12, 2017
Bob & Marlene, and all family, we were saddened to hear of your dads passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
December 12, 2017
We remember Bill fondly as a key supporter of The Niagara Institute who, with Ruth, became a great friend. His focus on the greater good was exemplary and provided a terrific model for us all. Our condolences and best wishes to the family...
Terry and Terry Mactaggart
Niagara-on-the-Lake
December 11, 2017
Bill was truly "one of a kind". He was a friend, a business acquaintance and a strong supporter of community causes. Overall he was a gentleman and highly regarded by everyone that he came to know....may he rest in peace.
Ted Langdon (Thornhill, Ont)
John and Jayne Young
December 11, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill Daniels and offer our most heartfelt condolences to Dave and Sue and the rest of Bill's family.
We have fond memories of being warmly welcomed and entertained by "C.W." and Ruth at their home. It is a testament to the words above which spoke of his love of family and the kindness and respect he extended to everyone he met.
Jayne and John Young
John Panabaker
December 11, 2017
LIKE Bob Astley, I got to know Bill Daniel when he was a valued director of The Mutual Life Assurance Company of Canada. I knew Bill as a helpful and forthright business executive, and a man of the highest sense of business ethical standards. I extend to his family my deepest sympathy in their loss, and am sure that Bill will be remembered as a wonderful example of integrity and warmth. I am sorry that my health no longer permits me to consider driving to Toronto for his memorial.
Bob Astley
December 11, 2017
Bill is remembered both as an oustanding director of Mutual Life Assurance Company of Canada and as a warm, genuine and caring individual. While I served as an executive at Mutual Life and later as President, Bill was always encouraging, thoughtful and articulate. It was a great pleasure to see him at various functions in Toronto after he retired from the board. I will remember him fondly as a mentor and an outstanding Canadian. Bob Astley, Waterloo, Ontario
Ann & Bob McCauley
December 11, 2017
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With deepest Sympathy,
Maureen Ortega Giutta
December 9, 2017
I it is so amazing to have such a full life here on earth and to go home to be with our creator! What a blessing!
Al though I didn't have the pleasure to meet him, I did hear bout him through
Colleen and Greg.
To all of the family and relatives, my deepest condolences!
God bless and give you all peace.
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