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Bill VRIENS Obituary
1952 - 2016
We are overwhelmingly saddened to announce the sudden passing of our incredibly wonderful and loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend.
Bill will be forever loved and missed by his wife Wendy; daughters Amy (Kevin) and Jen (Brendan); son Mathew (Karen); his 4 grandchildren (Ella, Tyler, Jason and Claire); brother Cor (Eva); brother-in-law Bob; extended family and friends.
Bill was predeceased by his parents Wilhelmus and Henriette and sister Janet.
A Celebration of Life will be held on June 6, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Foster & McGarvey Funeral Home, 10011 - 114 Street.
In honour of Bill's love for children we ask that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation.
To send condolences, please visit: www.fostermcgarvey.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
17 Entries
Bonnie Hawryschuk
June 10, 2016
Wendy, so sorry to hear about your loss. Cherish the memories. My prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Sharleen Martel
June 8, 2016
Wendy and family, I have never forgotten your wonderful family from my time at West Central Dental. I will never forget Bill's smile and sense of humour. My thoughts are with you at this time. Sharleen
Keith & Sandra Weissenberger
June 6, 2016
Our hearts are filled with sadness. But, memories of the fun times we had when our boys played hockey together come rushing back. Our deepest sympathy to Wendy, Matt, Amy and the extended family. Our thoughts are with you.
Wil & Ray Speichert
June 5, 2016
Our most sincerest condolences to Wendy, Amy, Matt & their extended families, Cor & his extended family & to all the people whose lives were touched by Bill....
To remember Bill is to remember his laugh, his smile, his love of family & friends, his generosity & how he always lived life to the fullest. We have so many fond memories. We will miss you Bill....
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all...
Wil & Ray & all the west coast family xoxo
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Dwayne & Linda Meadows
June 5, 2016
Words cannot express how shocked and saddened we were when we heard of Bill's sudden passing. We have come to know and appreciate his great sense of humour and his wonderful and caring ways. Wendy, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and we pray that memories and time will help to ease the pain felt by so many at this sad time.
Ed and Janet Shillington
June 5, 2016
Bill
We will miss you and all the wonderful times you and Wendy brought into our lives. You were there for us in the good times and bad. Golf in Phoeinx will never be the same. Our evenings without you will forever be empty and especially the Catan games. Who else will be there to memorize the board and give out the cards. We will never play catan without thinking of you. Not only did we lose a dear friend but a person who enriched all those he touched. Our love and faith go to you and your family. God Bless. Miss you. Ed and Janet
June 4, 2016
Wendy and family. I am so sorry to hear about Bill. Cherish all the wonderful memories, they will give you comfort in the days to come.
Judy Phillips. Edmonton
Joan Shillington
June 4, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Wendy. We will remember him as a kind and wonderful person. Our sincerest condolences.
June 3, 2016
On behalf of Cliff and I, I would like to ssayhow very saddened we were to hear of bill's passing, having come to know Bill and Wendy through our visits to Phoenix, how incredibly kind bill and Wendy were to both of us, Sending my thoughts love and hugs to all.
As Bill will never be forgotten with his smile and gentle manner.
Leo and Faye Chrzanowski
June 3, 2016
On behalf of the Chrzanowski family let me say how profoundly sorry we all were to hear of Bill's passing. Bill, Wendy, Amy and Matt have always been like family. Our daughters saw them as second parents and what a good and wholesome influence Bill and Wendy have always been. Faye and I have lost a dear friend and all around good sport. While Bill may be gone, he will never be forgotten.
Dena Holloway
June 3, 2016
Thinking of you at this incredibly sad time Wendy. Let fond memories guide you through. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Bill MCDIARMID
June 3, 2016
Sorry to hear the sad news from an old business acquaintance. Bill and I enjoyed many telephone conversations and the odd golf game. He will be missed.....
Marcel and Linda Philibert
June 3, 2016
We will miss Bill's sense of humour, his devotion to his family, especially his grandchildren. Our sincere sympathies to Wendy, Matt and Amy. Our hearts go out to you for your tremendous loss.
Rick Ennis
June 3, 2016
Overwhelmingly saddened perfectly expresses what June and I feel as well. Our condolences to the family.
Lynn and Doug Shandro
June 3, 2016
WENDY, we are so sorry for you and your family. We can't even begin to imagine what all of you are going through. Our thoughts are with you.
Dave Bordman
June 3, 2016
Sorry to hear of your loss ,Wendy and family. Bill's smile and laughter will be in our memories for ever. Dave Bordman and. Anne Johnson
Greg Armstrong
June 3, 2016
Remembered by an old hockey coach and Matt's teammate Jarrett. Our condolences to The Family.
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