William Walton ‘Bill’ Charlton
1932-2017
CHARLTON, William (Bill) Walton- age 84. Solemn strikes the
funeral chime to note Bill’s departing on
Saturday, June 3, 2017, in the Strait Richmond
Hospital, Bill took his final farewell.
The eldest son of the late William and Margaret (McMurray)
Charlton of Dundee Scotland. Born November 3, 1932,
in Dundee Scotland. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years,
Glenda (nee Cardwell); beloved daughters, Gail (Roger) McMullan,
London, England; Elaine, Halifax; brother, Francis
(Jenn) Charlton, brother-in-law, Charles Reed;
sisters-in-law, Maureen Charlton, Jennifer Charlton, all of Scotland;
Veronica Cambridge, England; many nieces and
nephews extending over three generations. He was predeceased by his
son, Paul Murray Charlton; sisters, Theresa, Edith, Monica;
sister-in-law, Margaret; brothers, Garnet, Patrick;
brothers-in-law, Bill Craig and John Cambridge.
Bill was educated in Dundee Scotland, apprenticed engineer at
Caledon Shipbuilding & Engineering , Dundee. He attended
Dundee Technical College and Southampton University Engineering
School.
Completed National Service in British Merchant Navy, then
served with British Petroleum Co., on Tankers.
Service Engineer with Ronald Trist Co, then Thermal Operator
for North of Scotland Hydro. Bill emigrated to Canada fifty
years ago, briefly to PEI. Serving with Canadian
Coast Guard Icebreaker Vessels as senior engineer on CCGS Cornwallis
and CCGS Wolfe. Bill joined NS Power Commission at Trenton
Generating Station 1968, transferring to Point Tupper Generating
Station 1969 to 1993 as Shift Supervisor then Training and Safety
Officer. He retired due to neuromuscular illness, then
Parkinson’s Disease.
Bill worked on behalf of many charities, and his local
community. In his younger years working with the poor and
aged society, as member of St. Vincent de Paul Society. In
1963 he became a member of Caledonian #254 Masonic Lodge Dundee,
Scotland, later becoming a member and Past Master of Lodge
Solomon, #46 Port Hawkesbury. He was elected District Depute Grand
Master for Cape Breton South. In 2013 his efforts as a 50
year mason was recognised by #254 Masonic Lodge Dundee
Scotland and #46 Masonic Lodge Port Hawkesbury.
Bill was a 32nd Scottish Rite mason and a Shriner of Philae Temple,
Halifax. Also #46 Mason Lodge scholarship
committee member.
Bill became a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Trois
Riviere, Quebec while serving in the Canadian Coast Guards; his
membership was transferred to RCL Branch 43 Port Hawkesbury.
He served in several offices and was elected Branch President in 1976
and again in 2012. When Vice-President and President he lead
the committee that built the new Cenotaph in Port Hawkesbury in
1977. Moving under his direction, the war memorials from the
old main street to the new Cenotaph site on Reeves Street opposite the
Legion branch. He was branch Chaplain for over twenty five
years, ordered and delivered Meals on Wheels for several
years. He had great joy entertaining at the seniors
Christmas dinners.
During his Presidency he organized the first New Year Levees
in Port Hawkesbury which continue today.
Bill was well known for his extensive knowledge, reasoning
ability and often called upon to help others with their
problems. He had many interests, History, Religion,
Medicine, Music, Art, Astronomy, Golf, but his favourite subject was
Robert Burns. As a member of Dundee Burns Club he could exalt the Bard
to anyone who would listen. He started in his own home, the
Tipperton Burns Club having annual dinners for five years before
moving them for another five years to the RCL Branch 43, thus
introducing many others to Haggis. His love of music
flourished as a member of St. Marks United Church and St.
Joseph’s Parish choirs both in Port
Hawkesbury.
Local commitments involved Cape Breton South Liaison Officer
for HRH Duke of Edinburgh Conference: Member of Toastmasters, Under
the Map theatre group, the local Gaelic group, the Curling Club,
Antigonish and Dundee Golf Clubs, he twice won the Yacht club chowder
competition and was Chairman for Port Hawkesbury Housing
Committee.
The family and many friends will mourn the sudden loss of
such a well-liked man.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. from St. Marks United
Church, Port Hawkesbury on Thursday, June 15, 2017, with Nan
Corrigan DM officiating.
Family flower only, donations can be made to a charity of
your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and
direction of Dennis Haverstock Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may
be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com
Fare thee weel, thou
first and fairest !
Fare thee weel, thou
best and dearest !
Ae fond kiss, and then
we sever !
Ae fareweel,
alas ! for ever !
Robert
Burns
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