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William Edward Willms Obituary
Willms, William E.
January 15, 2937 – June 26, 2024
It is with saddened hearts we announce the peaceful passing of William «Bill», surrounded by his family on June 26, 2024 at the age of 87.
Born January 15, 1937 to William and Bertha Willms, Bill was one of 5 children. He is reunited with his loving Wife Aggie (2008), whom he was married to for 46 wonderful years. Proud Dad of Julie (Doug) Mellow, Natalie Willms (Gil Reeve), and Melanie Willms (Mary Sabo). Super proud Opa of Korry (Marlee) Mellow, Lindsey Mellow (Mike Graham), Fina Pirrone (Keith Berdusco), Monica (Shawn) Dobetsberger, Matthew (Amanda) Ibrahim, and Great Opa of Dylan, Karlin, Karson, Koen, Keastyn, Kingston, and Phoenix. Dear Brother of the late Arthur (Carmen) Willms, John (Linda) Willms, Adeline (Jack) Tulen, and George (Cheryl) Willms. Brother-in-Law of the late Rudy (Delores) Klassen, Rita (Peter) Lepp, the late Richard Klassen, and Linda (John) Penner. Bill will be sincerely missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. He will be especially missed by his coffee gang.
Bill grew up on the family farm where he enjoyed farming with his family. Along with farming, he was an employee of H.J. Heinz company for many years. His next adventure was owning a greenhouse farm with Aggie, whom truly loved attending to her fruit stand. From there, using his engineering degree, Bill worked with Leamington, Kingsville, and Pelee Island Docks helping bring the ferry services to these communities. He also had his own handyman «Handy1» business, where he was a Bill-of-all-trades, fixing anything, and everything people called him about.
In his spare time, Bill enjoyed spending his time with his grandkids and great grandkids, and at McDonald’s with his coffee buddies. From a young age, he had a true passion and knack for gardening. In his retirement, he discovered model ship building, and would spend much time creating masterpieces.
Throughout Bill’s life, you could always find him with his 1931 Chrysler CM Series 6 Sedan. Purchasing it in 1958, for only $30.00 (a whole week’s pay from H.J. Heinz Co.), Bill turned his love of classic cars into something he’d be known for forever. Whether it was in the newspaper, riding in a parade, or being tinkered on in his garage, Bill has always been known in the community for this passion. Proudly, this legacy still remains in the family, owned now by his daughter Natalie.
Bill will be forever remembered by his quick wit and sense of humour by anyone who met him. He will be truly missed. We would like to extend a big thank you for the care given by many Doctors, Nurses, and Volunteers at Windsor Regional Hospital – Metropolitan Campus, Erie Shores HealthCare, and Erie Shores Hospice. We are very thankful for the care, kindness, and compassion given to both Bill and his family. In kindness, donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice. Visitation will be held on Saturday June 29, 2024, from 9:30am until the time of Funeral Service at 11:00am. Burial to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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June 26 2024
Décès pour la Ville:Leamington, Province: Ontario
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