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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
LOVE, William F. - Peacefully, on Sunday, April 21, 2002, Bill Love passed away at age 86. He was predeceased by his wife Patricia, sister Frances Beattie, and brother Robert. He leaves to mourn daughter Gail (Ken) Cade, grandchildren, Valerie (Brian) Lee and Ken (Brenda) and great-grandson Howard. Bill was born, raised, and married in Thunder Bay, ON. He served proudly aboard the minesweeper, HMCS Whitethroat during the Second World War. Upon returning to Canada, his job with Canadian Pacific Express took him and family to Winnipeg where he resided until passing. As a member of the Fort William Rowing Club, his team would have been a contender in the Olympics had it not been for the Second World War. Always involved in sports, he enjoyed curling, golfing, and was an avid fan of hockey, football and baseball. He took delight in his grandchildren, adopting the name, "Poppa Ud" (Grandpa Love). He was always known by that nickname by all their friends through the years. Bill spent many years as an active volunteer, having received an award from the Cancer Society in recognition of his 19 years of service transporting cancer patients. He delivered Meals on Wheels for 17 years. He was recently the recipient of the Premieres Certificate for his volunteerism. Bill was a longtime member of the Masons (Beaver Lodge No. 139), having served all degrees including Worshipful Master. He was appointed Very Worshipful Brother, and was recently awarded his 50 year pin. He was also a member of the Scottish Rite and the Shrine (Fife and Drum band). Bill was a faithful member of Deer Lodge United Church since 1952. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Peter Douglas at Deer Lodge United Church at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 27 with reception to follow. The family wishes to thank staff on several wards at Grace Hospital for their care. Those who wish may donate to the Cancer Society in lieu of flowers. Neil Bardal Funeral Counsellors in charge of funeral arrangements.
Ships served in: HMCS CHIPPAWA - Enlisted 08 Feb 1943 * Commenced Active Service 21 Apr 1943as a Stoker 2nd Class, RCNVR HMCS CORNWALLIS - Drafted to CORNWALLIS 06 Jun 1943 HMCS STADACONA - Drafted to STADACONA 13 Oct 1943 HMCS SHELBURNE - Drafted to SHELBURNE 22 Oct 1943 * Rated Acting Stoker 1st Class, RCNVR 21 Apr 1944 HMCS STADACONA - Drafted to STADACONA 17 Aug 1944 HMCS PEREGRINE - Drafted to PEREGRINE 01 Oct 1944 HMCS NIOBE - Drafted to NIOBE 06 Dec 1944 HMCS WHITETHROAT - Drafted to WHITETHROAT 06 Dec 1944 HMCS PEREGRINE - Drafted to PEREGRINE 11 Aug 1945 HMCS CHIPPAWA - Drafted to CHIPPAWA 17 Aug 1945 * Demobilized 04 Oct 1945
Portrait of Stoker William (Bill) Love
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