Bill passed away peacefully at his home on Jan. 31st, 2023 surrounded by his family (and his beloved cat Charlie) after a short battle with cancer.
Born on the outskirts of Goderich to Frank and Anne Linklater, Bill is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Kathy Linklater, his children Kim (Eric Gardiner) and Steve Linklater, and his four grandchildren Callum and Quinn Gardiner and Jackson and Kingston Linklater, who he teased mercilessly (and they loved every bit of it).
Bill lived in Goderich his whole life and loved this town. He spent 45 years working as a miner at the Goderich Salt Mine, a job he enjoyed. His retirement years were happily spent on the deck with family and friends, watching baseball games, sharing laughs and trivia, and listening to the music of his youth.
Bill always loved a party and at his request, there will be a Celebration of Life held on Saturday, Feb. 11th from 1-4 p.m. at the Goderich Legion. Donations can be made to the Huntington’s Society of Canada and would be greatly appreciated.
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Tory McDonald
Condolences to Cathy and family. Always had a smile from Link at crossing guard station or at Legion! Will miss his smile and spirit.
Beverley McLelland
My Sincere Condolences Kathy, in the passing of your life partner Bill, may it bring some comfort to know that others care. Great memories of time spent and working with you at National Trust. BEVERLEY MCLELLAND, (Kincardine)
Mike and Margret Crane
Thinking of you as you celebrate Bill’s life today. So sorry to hear of his passing and your loss. Sending healing prayers to you Kathy and your family. ❤️🙏❤️
Donna and Bill Fritzley
Dear Kathy and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this very sad and difficult time.
Sincerely
Bill and Donna
Debbie Delyea
I cut Bill,s hair for years and he will be missed,Sorry for your family,s loss,may the lord speak peace to your pain at this time.
Sue Williams
Thoughts and Prayers during this difficult time.
Sharon Brown
Kathy, Kim, Steve and families. So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He will surely be missed and you will have many great memories of him. Sharon Brown
Cathie Rutter
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I fondly recall my visit last fall with a beer on the deck. Bill was larger than life, a friend for nearly 50 years. My sincere condolences to you Kathy, Kim, Steve and families. You have many fond memories to cherish. Sending love, Cathie and family
MIKE RUSSELO/KAREN STURDY STURDY
KATHY AND FAMILY . PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SYMPATHIES AND CONDOLENCES OF BILLS PASSING. KAREN AND MIKE
Maureen Penn
Kathy, Kim, Steve, and your families, I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our families have had a tie for many years and my children share many happy memories of you all. We send our deepest condolences and healing thoughts. With hugs and love, Maureen.
Linda Bedour
I remember the Linklater Family from my days at the Skyranch RESTAURANT and his wife Kathy I always considered my best friend. So Sorry for your tremendous lost . I am grateful i ran into him and had a chat probably last time I was in Goderich. Kathy I will come and visit next october when I come home for 2 weeks. Until then take good care of yourself.
P.S. I am very sad but know he and Patti are sharing a laugh right now.
Dan Doyle
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs for cousin Kathy and all of the family.
We will always remember Link for his big smile and warm heart.
Dan, Kathy, Margaret and John
Evy and Coley McDonagh (Mrs Mac)
Please except our sincere condolences Kathy
Barb O'Brien
Our sincere condolences Kathy Kim Steve and families. Bill will be missed by many. Mike and Barb O’Brien
John, Mickie Hamilton
Kathy and Family. 🙏
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this most difficult time . 🙏
Bev Whetstone
The picture you have of Bill is exactly how he was, always smiling. I always had a little chat with him when I was walking the dog and he was in his front yard, A SUPER NICE GUY. Rest in peace BILL.
Virginia Van Daele
To the Linklater Family
Deepest condolences from the Petrie Family. I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Virginia (Petrie) Van Daele
Olivia M
Link was one of my favourite regulars at chucks right from day one. We bonded over hockey and the Jays. Every Saturday morning through the hockey season he’d come in and ask how the team I was working for did the night before, talk about how the leafs did, or mention how often he cut his grass in the summer. I saw him last Thursday at chucks and was mind boggled that he drove in and his response was “well it’s too cold out to walk” Link will be missed by so many. My thoughts are with Kathy, Steve and the rest of his family 🤍
Dale MacCrostie
Condolences to the whole family. So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I remember riding on the bus to Saltford school with all the Linklater kids. When we lived just down the road.
Dean Murray
I only knew Bill these last couple of years from Chuck’s here in Goderich but he always had a smile and a story to tell. How he handled himself during these difficult times is something that I greatly admired and respected. He could even joke about thinking the Leafs would win the Cup this year and he was going to miss it, (never gonna happen by the way Link)!
He was a fun guy and a good man with many friends. I can’t think of a better way to be remembered.
My sincere condolences to Kathy and to all his family and friends.
I Harold Leddy
Cathy Steve Kim sorry to here of billy’s passing. We had some giggles over the years. R.i.p
.big guy.
Nancy and Junior White
We extend our diverse sympathy to all of Bills family. Cherish your memories
Myra Henry
Dear Kathy,Kim ,Steve and families
Our sincere sympathy to you at this time. We will always remember our times spent with you and will be near by to assist you in any way. Love to all, Bill, Myra, and family
Pete and Pauline Kirk
Condolences to Kathy and family on the loss of Bill. Great guy to work with
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Kathy – you and your family are in my special thoughts – with remembering Bill.
With sadness and sympathy – Cecelia Denomme
Marilyn Elgie
Kathy, Kim Steve and families “all”.
Thank you for taking Paul and I into your family, it seems like a lifetime ago, as we have shared so many good adventures together.
Billy was truly a Goderich home town “guy” who loved his family and his life, and shared that love and laughter with others. Every day he checked out the town, driving “ringers” around the square, and the beach, to report the news of the day. We loved kibitzing with Billy, and Kathy on their back deck.
My sincere condolences and prayerful thoughts to you all at this time. May you be comforted by your memories. ❤
Joe O’Keefe
I knew Bill from work. Always quick with a smile and a joke and always helpful!Bill was a guy I really liked working with and he will be missed by me and my other of his co-workers.
Allan Spiegelberg
Driving round and round the square, sitting in the back seat with Pat and you and Bill in the front.
Chris and Cathy Basden
It is with heavy hearts that we say good bye and fair well to a dear friend. We have been blessed to have known “Billy” for so many wonderful years. He always had the ability to make you feel special and welcome with his infectious smile and genuine ability to bond with other likeminded people.
A man’s success can always be measured by the love of his wife, children, grandchildren, close friends and co-workers. In all these cases Bill has proven to be a step above.
Kathy, Kim and Steve….If there is anything at all that we can do in this trying time, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Much love, hugs and prayers. Chris and Cathy Basden.
Gail Bettger-MacLeod
Kathy & Family – my thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Link was a great guy & will be terribly missed by his many friends.
Rod and Jean Jervis
Dear Kathy, Kim, Steven and family – we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We will always remember Bill for his fun loving ways and big smile. Hold your great memories close to your heart. Hugs, Jean and Rod
Ivy Hruden
Bill & Kathy have been friends for more years than we can count. We have shared many happy times together and will remember those times fondly. Bill & Kathy faced this challenge with courage and gratitude for the many friends that went through this with their family. Rest in Peace my friend. We love you
John & Ivy
Elizabeth Cooper
Dear Kathy and family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. We have many happy memories of Link and you, Dad and Marilyn and the gang. So blessed to have known Link!
Please take care and comfort in the many wonderful years you shared together.
Sending big hugs,
Liz and Dan (Ottawa) xo
Barbara Desjardins
Please accept my condolences in your loss. Sincerely, Barbara Desjardins
Brad and Mary Smith
We moved in beside Bill and Kathy almost 8 years ago and Bill was quick to come and welcome us to the neighbourhood. He also said that he hoped we “weren’t as weird as the last guy that lived here.” :) We will miss the clink of his beers on the deck, the hum of his lawnmower, his whistle for Charlie, and his friendly hellos over the fence. We are unable to attend the Celebration of Life, but we will be thinking of you all. Big hug, Kathy. (())
Shirley Erb
To Kathy and all of Bills Family My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken & Sylvia McGee
Kathy and family.
We are so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was just a great all around guy, always a smile on his face. I also remember him volunteering as a crossing guard for a long time. At one time I played a lot of cards with Bill and he was always a gentleman, win, lose or draw. He will be greatly missed by the community.
Judi williams
My deepest sympathy to Kathy, Kim. Steven. and all the Linklater families …. Bill will be sadly missed by all …… RIP Bill ..
Jim & Shelagh McDade
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
John and Laurie Banter
Kathy and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, may he now R.I.P. free from his disease.