William "Bill" Dobie of Goderich,
Born to this Life on 22nd June 1940,
Entered eternal life on 4th March 2021
Son to William Gordon (2000) and S.E. “Beth” (1998) Dobie. Older Brother to Gerald and Marie Dobie, Jannett (2015) and Don Rea, Ross Dobie. Cherished husband of 58 years to Dianne (Healy) Dobie. Beloved Father of Stephen William and Anne Dobie of Calgary, Michael Dobie (1993), Cynthia Dobie of Stratford. Proud Grandfather to William Marc Dobie and Kevin Au of Calgary, Stephanie and Christiaan Diedericks of Spruce Grove. Son In-Law to Dorothy Lyndon. Brother In-Law to Donna Reed, Pat Healy & John Corriveau, Terry and Jim Dick, JoAnne and Bill Wraith, Rick Healy and Jane Anderson
Today, Tomorrow and Always.
Gifts of remembrance in the form of donations are appreciated to the Arthritis Society of Canada or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
Shared by Bill's Family
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Mary Lynn Weaver
We are so sorry to hear about Bill. We are thinking of you Diane and family❤️ Hard to believe we bought your house almost 30 years ago.
Ron & Pat Westlake
Our sincere condolences to Dianne and family on the loss of a former boss and fellow Champion co-worker for many years.
Duane Wiggins
My deepest condolences to the Dobie family. I did not know William personally but I am a friend of Cynthia’s and sorry for the family’s loss.
Barry & Kerry Pitblado
Our sincere condolences in this difficult time. Bill will be missed by us all. Barry & Kerry
Angers Family
Our condolences to Dianne and family. We are happy that we had a chance to get to know Bill. He was an amazing man.
Dennis Sluytman
Our sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you. Dennis & Tammie
Jennifer Matthews
Our sincere condolences to Dianne and family on Bill’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Peggy Colclough
Sorry for your loss. He will always be in your memories and in your heart. Take care. Peggy and Larry Colclough and family. Ardrossan, Alberta
Mike O’Brien
Dianne and family Mike and I are very sorry to hear of Bills passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time. Mike and Barb
Ivana Petric
My deepest sympathies to you and your family Cynthia, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
John and Shirley Stoll
Our condolences Dianne and your family. Bill and I enjoyed making many memories, I particularly remember our bus trip to Gettysburg, a great time was had by all. You are in our prayers.
Donna Govier
My sincere condolences to Diane and family.Prayers and hugs to all of you. Donna Govier and Family
Wayne Carter
Our condolences to Bill’s family, I have many fond memories of our Champion days, Bill was a great guy to work with. May your memories bring great comfort at this sad time.
Wayne & Cathy
Brent and Tammie Melick
Diane and family, we are saddened to hear about Bill’s passing. Brent has many fond memories as a young man and being with the Dobie family. He remembers Bill as the guy who always would lend a helping hand. Bill was never quick to pass judgment, no matter what boyhood antics Steve and Brent were up to. Bill will be missed. Cherish the memories your family has created.
Mike Jeffrey
My sympathy to Bills family. Bill was a great customer for many years and just an all around nice person.
Bill's Family
Dad loved all his fur grandbabies and they will miss his affectionate attention. They will certainly miss the special treats that dad snuck them. He had an amazing heart for all kinds of creatures.
Patty & John Hodges
Dianne, Steve, Cindy and family…our sincere condolences on the passing of Bill. Keep your memories close, they will help you through the difficult days ahead. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers.
Jon Ginn
Diane and families. Mickey and I were sorry to hear the sad news .I always enjoyed our time working together at Champion as well as our visits after usually at the grocery store. Our condolences to all.
Lynda and Bob Smith
Our condolences to Dianne and family. I enjoyed working with Bill at the grader club and appreciate all the work he put into it for so many years. We definitely miss him.
Bill & Donna Fritzley
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing Dianne & Family. We worked together for many years and shared lots of laughs together. All of the best to all of you.
Vicki (Beattie) Lobb
Dianne, Stephen, Anne, Cynthia and families.
We send our deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Thinking of you all!
Burt & Vicki(Beattie) Lobb
Jim Craig
Was a great lead hand at Champion always had words of encouragement plus he never forgot his Auburn roots and that he once lived beside my grandfather small world RIP Bill
William Hollenbeck
Bill was a great guy and neighbour.I will miss him .My condolences to Dianne and family
John Anderson
Bill was a good man with a great deal of patience and a good sense of humour as well . He mentored many people in his time at Champion and will truly be missed by all who knew him . Our condolences to Diane and her entire family . Suzanne and John Anderson .
Susan Franken (Chisholm)
Diane, Steve & Anne and Cindy
My sincere condolences to you all on the passing of Bill.
Brenda & Mark McLean
Dear Dianne & family: Mark and I were so saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. I miss seeing him driving around in his little blue truck. I have wonderful memories of him when I worked in Employee Relations at Champion. He was always a great help if I ever needed any paperwork done from his department. We had some great chats too and I considered him a friend. Those were great years for me and I am always so disheartened when I lose another one of my “Champion Boys”. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn this great loss to you and your family.
Prayerfully, Mark & Brenda McLean
Bruno & Mary Lapaine
So very sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. Our thoughts are with you Diane and the famiy
Janet and Al Dekker
Our sympathy to you and your family Dianne. Bill was our first landlord when we moved to Goderich in 1978 on East Street and I will always have good memories of the many laughs we had during the Champion days.
Pam Hrstic
Stephanie and Christopher
Sending our condolences and deepest sympathy on the loss of your grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Barb Martin
My deepest sincere condolences and prayers to Dianne and family.
Mary Westlake
I am so to hear of Bill death. Thinking of you Dianne and family
Donald & Mary Lou Green
We wish to extend to you and your family, our deepest sympathy, in the passing of Bill. We are thinking of you.
Murray and Kathy Hunking
Dianne and the Dobie Families, We are so sorry for your loss. You are All in Our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time . Murray and Kathy Hunking
Heather Little
So very sad to hear of Bill’s passing. I remember the fun Champion days working with him, great guy and good memories. Thinking of you Diane and your family. Hugs ❤️ Heather
Jim Mulhern
Our condolences to Dianne and family.
Jim Mulhern
Ron & Cheryl Glousher
We are so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I remember Bill as a young man on the farm across the road from me, and we were neighbours when Ron and I lived on Dawnrose Drive.
I did a bit of work for Bill over the years and found out he knew a bit about everything. Great guy to work for.
Family and friends will miss him .
Lynda (Lou) & Ray (Jake) Allin
Our condolences to all of the Dobie and Healy families.
PAT JOHNSTON
Dianne and the families of Bill
I was saddened to read of Bill’s passing. Our deepest sympathies are with you during this time of loss. There are no words or answers to comfort your grief, only lasting love and precious memories. Thinking of you and your families at this sad time.
Pat Johnston and Bob Desjardins
Donny Rivers
I have fond memories of Bill from Champion. I was a young man when I started there and he was one of the lead hands on the floor at that time. Bill was very welcoming in what was a very intimidating environment for a new guy. He would always chat and make you feel like you have been there for years. My deepest sympathy to the entire family. RIP.
Gaetan/Pauline Jacques
Our deepest sympathy to Dianne and family and all of Bill and Diane’s relatives. Rest in Peace.
Wendy Botz Macaulay
Diane and family,
I was so sad to hear about Bill’s passing.
Mr. Dobie was a wonderful boss at Dobie Groceries and I will always remember his kind spirit. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Wendy
Jane Haggitt
My deepest sympathy Diane to you and your family
The two best men will party hardy with each other
Tammy Nason
Aunt Dianne, Steve, Cindy & Family – It’s so sad hearing about the passing of Uncle Bill. I have lots of fond memories of him while growing up. He will be missed. Our thoughts our with you at this time. Xo – Tammy, Todd, Emma & Will
John & Barb White
Our sincere Condolences to Dianne and Family on Bills Passing, Always enjoyed our visits with Bill & Dianne. He did do a lot as president of the Champion Grader Antique Club and we all enjoyed Bill looking after the club. He will be missed. John & Barb White
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Dianne and family – you are close in my heart with your sadness. Bill was a good man to know – special – just like his dear mom and dad. His love for each of you – will always be with you. Sincerely Cecelia and Don
Horton Ron and Carol
Extending deepest sympathy to Diane, Cindy, Stephen and all of Bill’s family members. Bill will always be remembered as a kind, caring, jovial man by all whose lives he touched. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your loved one. Your suffering has now come to an end Bill. May you rest in peace and fly high with the angels.
Connie Tasker
To all of Bill’s family I would like to offer my condolences in Bills passing. Its always sad to lose a family member but thank goodness for memories they help you through each day. God has blessed you with another guardian angel!
Nancy and Junior White
Our sincere sympathy to Diane and all of her family on Bill’s passing……
David Million
To Dobie Family
My deepest sympathies. Bill was a good man in every way. Quick with a laugh and a chuckle. During our time with Champion and playing together on the slow pitch team Bill was a team player all the way.
He will be missed
Dave Million