William (Bill) Brimley of Simcoe, Ontario
November 20, 1948 – July 1, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of William (Bill) Brimley, announce his passing after a brief illness, on Wednesday July 1st, 2020, at the age of 71 years. Born in North Bay, Bill attended the University of Waterloo, where he obtained his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering. He went on to work at AECL, SPAR Aerospace, Ryerson University, and Mohawk College, and taught at several Universities and Colleges across Ontario. He most recently worked as an Aerospace Consultant.
Bill was twice a finalist for the Canadian Astronaut Program, and served critical roles on the Canadian Space Station Program. He served as Director of the University Space Network from 1994-2004, and was involved in several Aerospace programs, conferences, and competitions. A private pilot, Bill had a passion for aviation history, and was an avid collector of memorabilia and model airplanes.
Bill will be forever remembered by his wife and best friend of 49 years, Sheryll, daughters Sarah-Jane (Clayton) Greenway and Suzanne (Chris) Judge, daughter-in-law Marjorie Clark-Brimley, sisters Joan Gale and Betty O’Gorman, and six grandchildren: Claire, Austin, Tommy, Adelaide, Ivy, and Jack.
Bill was predeceased by his beloved son Shawn Brimley. A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a future date at his cherished Greenacres farm. Memorial donations in memory of Bill may be made to your local humane society. Arrangements entrusted to THE FERRIS FUNERAL HOME, Simcoe. Online condolences at ferrisfuneral.com.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of William Bill Brimley of Simcoe Ontario November 20 1948 July 1 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Simcoe, Province: Ontario