It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Father affectionately known as Papa. William “Bill” Ralph Kirkey, died peacefully in Lancaster on January 28. Born April 1, 1943 in Cornwall, Ontario, son of the late Ralph and Elizabeth Kirkey (Smith). He was employed by Proctor and Gamble in the West Island of Montreal, Brockville and Hamilton until his retirement and resided in South Lancaster, Ontario.
Bill is the Dear and Loving Father to Catherine (Michael) McDonell, Nancy (Julien) Rochon and Jason (Cara) Kirkey. Most cherished Papa to the loves of his life, Justin (Alison), Courtney-Anne, Bethany-Anne McDonell, Allison (John), Jennifer-Carmel Rochon, Liam and Brennan Kirkey.
Dearly missed by lifelong companion Carole Anne Davis.
Brother to the late Iris (Art) Devries, late Phyllis (Wayne) Fitzsimmons, and the late Grace Zimmerman-Kirkey. Survived by his sisters Peggy Klingen, Heather Grace, and brother Robert Kirkey.
Bill’s commitment to his children and grandchildren came above all else in his life, he loved us with such force and we will forever carry that with us. Thank you for a life filled with the most precious memories. We are inspired by you and will live with you in our hearts every day. Rest in Peace Papa. All our love, forever.
Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of the Munro & Morris Funeral Homes Ltd., 46 Oak Street, Lancaster (613-347-3629).
As expressions of sympathy Memorial Donations to the Ontario SPCA will be appreciated by the family in keeping with Bill’s love of all pets and animals.
As a Memorial to William a tree will be planted in a memory woods. A tree grows-memories live.
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Thursday January 28th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de William Kirkey Thursday January 28th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:Lancaster, Province: Ontario