William John "Bill" HUNTER

The Hunter family is sad to announce the death of Bill Hunter who passed away this past Tuesday, comfortably in his home, with his wife of 65 years Anne (née Allen) at his side. The eldest son of Marion Hunter (née Crawford, 1889-1981) and Thomas N. Hunter (1896-1962), Bill was raised on Rosslyn Avenue North, attended Memorial School and then Hamilton Technical Institute. While the family resided briefly in Buckingham, Quebec, and Fort Wayne, Indiana, Bill was a true Hamiltonian at heart. A tool & die maker by trade, he worked well into his 70s, much of his career at WABCO (Westinghouse Air Brake Co.) as head of quality control. A loving husband, father, grandfather and friend of many, he was always active in mind and body. A hockey player in his younger days, he loved sailing, curling, skiing, carving, making furniture, doing the daily crossword, art, music and books, the Hamilton Public Library and Farmer's Market. Bill always encouraged others to believe in themselves and supported them in pursuing their ambitions. He loved a collaborative project, taught empathy and generosity, and was a great mentor and life-long learner. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. Bill was predeceased by his siblings Marion, Robert and Thomas, his much-loved grandson Nicholas, and his close friends George, Frank and Tom. He is survived by Anne and their four children Marilyn, Douglas, Susan and Andrew; grandchildren Grace, Crawford, Drew, Will, Iain, Max and Claire; daughters-in-law Debbie and Lisa and son-in law Steve; in-laws Betty, Mel, Barbara and Robert; and his nieces and nephews Willard, Christine, Sandra, John and Nancy. "I had a good run."- Bill Anne Hunter and family would like to express their deep gratitude to VON team Meaghen, Carley, Victor, Tim and their colleagues for their exceptional care. Donations can be made in his memory to the Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion: A community-based organization mobilizing all Hamiltonians to create an inclusive and welcoming city. Condolences, memories and photos may be left at www.circleoflifecbc.com