Obituary Overview
Austin Thistle
July 9, 1937 – Nov 27, 2018
Bill was born in Clarke’s Head, Newfoundland as a British subject (pre-confederation). He was the eldest of 7 children. After secondary school Bill left home to pursue a career with the Federal Government. Bill met his soul mate Lucie in 1970 in Inoucdjouac QC. They later married and had two children David and Pamela. The family lived in various cities including Montreal, Iqualuit and Ottawa. Family was everything to Bill and he never missed a moment to be with them. He was never short of long winded stories to share on Aviation, Northern Canada and Life History. His life was complete when his Grandchildren were born; Luke, Jedrek, Kate, Treyton and Kaia. They were the sunshine in his life. In the days before Bill’s passing he was not feeling well. That did not slow him down one moment. He patiently sat for hours outside in the cold at the edge of the road waiting to watch his grandchildren walk by for a small moment in a Santa Clause parade. His committed, loving, caring, generous nature will be forever carried by us as he leaves an irreplaceable void in all our hearts. Bill was fun to be with and easy to get along with and thus has many, many friends and extended family that will help us keep Bill’s spirit alive. Thank you for sharing your warmth and caring support during this difficult time. As per Bill’s Wishes he will be interred this summer in Twillingate, NL with a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers please consider donating blood to the Canadian Red Cross or a donation to one of Bills main passions Scouting. Cheques can be made payable to “23rd Nepean GeoHunters” and can be mailed c/o John James; 500 Elm Park Ave, Nepean ON K2J 5X9.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Austin Billie Bill Thistle 2018..
Source: Kelly Funeral Home – Barrhaven Chapel
Death notice for the town of: Ottawa, Province: Ontario