Obituary
Following a lengthy illness, William (Bill) Robert Callum passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Carleton Kirk Nursing Home.
Born in Montreal on October 27, 1933, Bill enjoyed a distinguished career with Air Canada as an airline mechanic. He was an avid curler in his younger years and was a member of UCT Jack Kidd Council 755 in Saint John.
Bill is survived by his wife, Donna; sons, Bill, Jr. (Nadine) and Ian (Jenn); son-in-law Reg Burbridge; stepchildren, Roxy (Ernie), Greta (Andre), Brock (Cheryl); brother, Stewart; special niece Heather (Marc); 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Jean; sisters, Catherine (Cathy), Margaret (Bunty) and Patricia (Pat); and daughter Cathie.
We would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Carleton Kirk for their love and care during Bill’s final year. Also, to Sue and Ralph from Extra Mural for their wonderful in-home care. Special thanks to Pastor Malcolm Beckett for his visits and prayers.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road (646-2424), with visitation on Saturday, November 25, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. The UCT Tribute Service will take place at 6:00pm at the funeral home. The funeral service will be held from the Fundy Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00pm on Sunday. Interment will take place at Ocean View Memorial Gardens. Remembrances made to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
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October 27 1933 November 20 2019 (age 86)
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de William Robert Callum October 27 1933 November 20 2019 (age 86)..
Décès pour la Ville: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick