Passed suddenly on his 60th wedding anniversary, May 11th, 2017, at the South Huron Hospital. Bill will be forever remembered as a cherished husband by Joyce Duchesne (nee Rath), loving father of the late Gwen Duchesne and Joanne Pitcher, adored grandfather of Joshua Duchesne and Jeremy Pitcher, and favourite companion of his “puppy” Toddy.
Join us for a special service at the Veteran’s Memorial Branch #498 (Grand Bend Legion), 20 Municipal Drive, Grand Bend on Monday, May 15th at 2pm. Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter (519-235-1220) entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to the Huron Shores United Church Building Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Sarah Selves
Joyce, I am so saddened to read of Bill’s passing. He was wonderful to work with and I will remember him fondly. The picture of him eating a piece of pizza is something I will never forget! My thoughts are with you and your family at this incredibly difficult time.
Sherrie Smith
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Andrea
Auntie Joyce,
“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” – Author Unknown
Uncle Bill was definitely a treasure to all who were lucky enough to know him. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of spending time with the two of you Gwen and Joanne. Someone so special can never be forgotten.
I am thinking of you and sending you my love.
Rest in peace Uncle Bill.
Love Andrea
Karen BowesSewell
Sending loving thoughts and condolences to you and your family, Joyce.
Karen Bowes-Sewell
Pat Morden
Thinking of you during this painful transition, Joyce. Bill was by all accounts a wonderful man, and you had a wonderful life together. As one of my favourite quotes says: “A happy marriage is a long conversation that always seems too short.”
Jan Booth
So very sorry and sad to learn of Bill’s passing. Please know that Bill and I are thinking of you all at this sad time.
Bill will not be forgotten for sure ….especially that nice smile of his when he said “hello” to you.
ARELENE HIPKINS
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO JOYCE & FAMILY. BILL WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED IN GRAND COVE.
YOU ARE INMY THOUGHTS &PRAYERS.
ARLENE HIPKINS
Paul nd Doreen Leblanc
Our deepest sympathies to Joyce and family
Paul and Kay Wybrow
We will miss Bill’s fantastic smile and his booming voice, he will be missed on the bowling greens, we enjoyed knowing Bill here at Grand Cove, the community has lost a good one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Joyce at this most difficult time.
Ron
We are sorry for your loss thought and prayers are with you we all were fortunate to have known Bill.
Marlene and Ron..
L Clarke ,President GCLBC
Our condolences to Joyce and Family. Bill was a long time lawn bowler and member of the Grand Cove Lawn Bowling Club, holding positions of President,Past President and finally Coach. The knowledge , experience and expertise he has passed down will be remembered by all for many years to come.
Be safe in Gods hands
Linda & Ken Clarke
Our deepest Sympathies go out to Joyce and Family. Bill was an asset to the Cove community and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Linda & Ken Clarke
Eldon and Dawna
You are in our prayers Joyce. Bill was a wonderful man and we will all miss him.
God will take good care of him.
Take care, Eldon & Dawna
Jim Ashwood
Our deepest condolences Joyce to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a very special man.
Jane and Jim Ashwood
Jane ashwood
Our deepest condolences Joyce to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a very special man.
Jane and Jim Ashwood
Janice Sinker & Betsy Hanes
We were so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We join with so many others to offer our sincere condolences to you and your family, Joyce.
Janice Sinker & Betsy Hanes
Joan Vogel
We carry you in our heart of prayer Joyce. Bill was a kind, gentle man who will be forever missed. – Joan, Paul and Miriam Vogel
Barb Teskey
Joyce, I was so sorry to hear about Bill. You will be in my thoughts.
John and Deb Gill
60 years togther. What an amazing gift. Our hearts are aching with yours.
John and Deb Gill
Jim & Maureen Craig
Joyce , we are so sorry to hear about Bill .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Jim & Maureen Craig .
Dennis & Elva McIntyre
Bill was a very special person and will be greatly missed.
Lynne Desjardine
Thinking of You, my Dear Friend Joyce.
Lynne
Lee McCutcheon
Our Deepest Sympathies to Joyce and Family,
Bill was a very good man and he will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May Bill Rest in Peace.
– Jan & Lee McCutcheon