William "Bill" Smith

William "Bill" Smith obituary

William "Bill" Smith

William Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 2, 2018.
William "Bill" Smith 1950 - 2018 of Sherwood Park, AB.With great sorrow we say goodbye to wonderful husband, loving stepfather, grandfather and uncle. Bill passed away at age 67 in comfort and peace of home on April 28, 2018 after a brief illness with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Joan and loving family. Bill continued to serve the Alberta government, for over 40 years, as a Management Information Coordinator. He enjoyed sports, especially Oilers hockey, Blues music, volunteering for Edmonton Folk Music festival, CKUA, and other events. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Bill's memory to: Edmonton Folk Music Society: Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 4130, Edmonton, AB T6E 4T2; or to Edmonton Theosophical Society, Box 4587, Edmonton, T6E 5G4.

The celebration of Bill's life is planned for friends, family and colleagues; to gather and share fond memories and photos of Bill;
Time and date: 1pm, May 17, 2018
Location: Broadmoor Public Golf Course Clubhouse
2100 Oak Street, Sherwood Park, Alberta,
Phone: 780-410-6592.

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February 18, 2019

Susan Ohrn

Elinor Burwash

May 17, 2018

Dear Joan, I am so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. We were colleagues at Advanced Education for quite a while and there were always interesting things to talk about. Then you came into his life and we saw one another throughBill's involvement in your quilting activities.
It seems that the time you had together was short. I think time was good for both of you and I hope you have many happy memories to help you now. It is so sad because I know that you had plans for creating more good memories.
Take care. Elinor

Stephania & Russ Duffee

May 15, 2018

To Joan and family: We send our deepest condolences. We remember Bill as a special man, a deep thinker and a gentleman. He had a humourous side that was saved for just a few. We enjoyed conversations with him about difficult philosophical/theosophical topics. We will miss Bill dearly. Sending hugs.

Terry Dorrie Owen

May 10, 2018

Joan so sorry for your loss. Will miss Bill and my conversations over the fence, on the driveway, and generally in the neighbourhood. Bill was a great person and will miss him a lot. We are not far away when you need something
Terry and Dorrie

Linda McBain Cuyler

May 8, 2018

I was so very sad to hear about Bill. I remember you telling me the beautiful story of how you two became a couple. Condolences to you and your family.

Carole Van Kleek

May 7, 2018

Joan, so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Carole & Doug

Mark Nicoll

May 7, 2018

Dear Joan and family,
I had the honour to be a collaeague and next door office neighbour of Bill's. He was wise, kind and easy going and I'm glad I got to know him. I'll always remember him standing out front of the Labour building getting a bit of fresh air.

May 5, 2018

Dear Joan, Marianne, other members of Bill's family - peace, love, condolences for your loss. Bill was a gentle hearted man who will be greatly missed. Hugs to you all from Noriko

May 2, 2018

Sorry Joanie, I thought my name would have shown up with my message. Hugs and love Marilyn

May 2, 2018

Safe passage my friend. We have had many musical adventures together and you will be so missed, summer festivals won't be the same without you. I loved how you loved my friend Joanie. Joanie, my heartfelt condolences.

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