At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on July 7, 2014, on his 84th birthday, of Exeter. Beloved husband of Fern (Sawyer) Dougall. Dear father of Carol Dougall and Kirk Iredale of Exeter, Dick Dougall and Paula Etherden of RR 1 Hensall, Jayne Dougall and Mark Bertling of Barrie, Greg Dougall and Judy Flegel of Arva, and Paul and Cheryl Walker of Windsor. Dear grandfather of Virginia and Stirling Iredale; Zachary and Katie, Jace and Taryn Dougall; Jeremy and Sam Bertling; Rebecca and Ryan Dougall; and Terryn Walker. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Harry and Marian Dougall, and Andy and Marion Dougall all of Exeter, and Jack Coates of Centralia; Walter and Marian MacDougald of Stratford, and Tom and Nancy Sawyer of Freelton. Predeceased by his sister Margaret Coates, sister-in-law Lois Hodgins and her husband Harvey.
Friends are invited to call at the Exeter United Church, 42 James Street, Exeter on Wednesday evening 6:30 – 9:00 PM, and again on Thursday afternoon from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM, prior to the Celebration of Life service, which will be held on Thursday, July 10th at 3:00 PM at the Exeter United Church. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the South Huron Hospital, Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
DOUGALL: William (Bill) James of Exeter
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Dennis and Shirley Cann
Fern and family,
The Times just arrived with the sad notice of Bill’s death. It brought back memories of how friendly and helpful Bill was during my 4H days and that impression never changed subsequently.
Our sincere condolences to you for your loss.
Shalom
Terry Iredale
Fern and Family I would like to express my most heartfelt condolences on the loss of Bill,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Terry,Matthew,Mitchell,Michelle and Michelle Iredale.
Lorne and Helen Fell
We were in Regina when we received the sad news that Bill had passed away. We are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Pam and Bernie Benoit and family
Carol, Kirk, Virginia and Stirling…..our sympathies to you in the passing of your Father and Grandfather. May your memories give you peace and comfort at this sad time.
Bruce Delbridge
I wish to express my condolences to Bill’s family and I am sorry that I missed the service.
Bruce Delbridge
Wendy and Elvin Unger
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I loved the visits we had at your house, enjoying all of Bill’s antiques that were on display. We will treasure all those special moments.
May you find peace and joy in all your special memories.
Doug and Rose-Marie McLaughlin
Dear Fern and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. We square danced at Castle Club for several years with Fern and Bill and enjoyed visiting about farming and family.
May you be comforted with your memories and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Rose-Marie
Evelyn Vincent
Fern and family,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Bill was a gentle man with a great smile. Wishing you comfort during this difficult time and many wonderful memories to keep Bill’s spirit alive.
Steve Campbell & girls
So sorry for your loss Fern. Happy memories & thoughts, he will be missed
Elaine Stephen
May your memories comfort you at this time and the days ahead. ..
Life is about timing…….It is everything…In life and in loss……..
Sincerely………..Elaine Stephen
Randy Willmann
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of him from the 4-H exchange trip with Carol. Your family is in our prayers.
Ron & Laurene Smith
Fern & Family:
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and wishing you comfort at this time.
Lloyd and June Cooper
Dear Fern and Family.
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to you all. God bless you and your family. Cherish your memories they last forever.
Janet Postma Beldman
So sorry for your loss. Such good memories of him through those 4-H exchanges that Carol and I went on. Always quiet but full of wisdom. May good memories fill your aching hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Daryl and Carol Ann Keys
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Irv. & Lois Amstrong
To Fern and family. We are sorry to hear of Bill’s death. Are thoughts are with you at this time. All the best to you. Lois & Irv.
Don & Shirley Gettler
Fern & Families:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness.
Bruce & Nancy Norris & Anita Chessell
Fern,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family as you go throught this difficult time.
Gerald & Jane Dearing
Fern & family.
As your friends we are sending you love and strength in your time of sorrow,
I fully intended to come to the church, however things changed this morning.
Just remember *No longer in our lives to share.
But in our hearts he will always be there.
Sincerely Gerald & Jane Dearing
Jenni and Josh DeBlock Kreller
Dear Fern and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during these times.
Sincerely,
Jenni and Josh
Margaret Unger
Fern and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
herman and jannie van wieren
so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Our deepest condolences.
Dave & Anne Cottel
Fern & Family:
Our sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. Treasure the memories you have and hold them close to your heart, they will help you get through the days ahead. Unfortunately Fern we have another commitment and can not make the visitation. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Pam and Jeff DeBlock
The Dougall family,
We were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing and we are thinking of you during these challenging times.
Pam and Jeff
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Dear Fern and Family,
Ours thoughts are with all of you at this time of your loss.
It is never easy…but God will carry you through,so, keep the faith.
God Bless.
Karen Van Riesen
Greg, Judy, and family. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Karen, Rodger, James & Isaac
Ruth Osborn
Dear Fern, So sorry to hear of your loss. Bill always seemed like a happy man who enjoyed life. I’m sure you have lots of great memories. Our deepest condolences.
Ruth & Bill Osborn
Bob & Dolores Parsons, Montreal, Quebec
Dear Fern: Sorry to hear of Bill’s death. We always looked forward to our little talks when visiting Olive. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Karen, Mathew, Lucas Harder
Carol, Kirk, Virge, Stirling,
Bill was an interesting, gentle, pleasant, easy to be with man. We all liked him very much and will miss him as patriarch of our extended cottage family.
We’re thinking of you all now and hope your many happy memories will help ease the sadness of Bill’s passing.
Rene and Susan Beaulieu
Kirk, Carol, Virginia and Stirling;
G-d will definitely show you the way to smiling again. I know this experience will change you forever. Just remember all the good times you shared with your father (grandfather) and all the love he gave you throughout the years. He is not gone. He will live in your heart forever.
I wish I could be there to support me as you supported me! Just know that you are in my prayers!
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Dear Fern and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. All of your happy and good memories will keep your husband and father in your hearts forever. Dianne
Kendra Craig
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He always had that “sly grin” for me when I spoke to him at the Villa. I will miss that.
Peter and Sharron Snell
To Fern and the Dougall family
We are so saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Our memories of playing music together in your home, and riding snowmobiles back through the bush on your farm will always be treasured. Please know that our hearts are with you as you continue on with your journey through the days ahead.
The Snell family
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To all of the Dougall family:
Sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. He helped us out with our windmill, one of his many passions. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Innisfil Pipes and Drums
Our heartfelt condolence to the DOUGALL family from the members and families of Jayne’s band—-
The Innisfil Pipes and Drums Innisfil Ontario .
John Bauslaugh
Dear Jayne and Mark,
I am so sorry for your loss. No other words can accurately explain the pain I feel for you. I apologize that I cannot be with you during visitations and the funeral. However, I know you will be surrounded with family and close friends.
I don’t mean to be a coward by not showing up, but I’m having difficulty with an anniversary of my own.
May God Guide You,
John B.
Cathie Alexander
Fern and family,
My sincere sympathy to you at this very sad time. May you find strength in family and friends and your memories with Bill.
Sincerely
Cathie Alexander
Sheila Dougall Marcoux
Thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Brintnell Family
Carol, Kirk, Virginia, Stirling and Family
Thinking of you all on the loss of your Dad and Grandpa.
Hugs,
Karen, Bill, Zach & Caitlin Brintnell
Helen Ryan
So sorry to hear of your loss, Fern. I’m sure you have enough memories, just remember the happy ones, to last a lifetime! God bless you and your family.