MORLEY: “Evidence of a life well lived is found in those who love you.” With profound sadness, the family of William George Morley (of Grand Bend, formerly of Bayfield and Woodstock) announce his heavenly passing on January 5, 2025. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Jean, her children Cindy and Marc Gelinas, Laurie and Mike Morrison and their families. Predeceased by his beloved Betty (2019), Bill was especially proud of and loyally dedicated to their family: Michele and John (Quinn, Zane, Bram), Chris and Michele (Alexis, Logan, Hope), Steven and Cindi (Braedon, Colton), Stephanie (Jesse, Jasmine, Jeremy) and the “greats”. Known as an avid musician, golfer, traveler, snack maker and karaoke king, Bill played his role as husband, father, granddad, friend most brilliantly. He was easy to love and our lives were more joyful because of him. According to Bill’s wishes, there will be no service. Rather, we encourage you to raise a glass often to his shining spirit and to live life with humility and kindness. Arrangements entrusted with the T. Harry & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. Memorial donations may be made (directly) to Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter or Diabetes Canada.
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Denise Mouter
Bill was a gentleman through and through. A good neighbor and lovely singer. We will miss you Bill. Our condolences to Jean and all of the family. We will raise a glass here in Mexico, a place I now you loved to visit.
Denise & Stewart Mouter
Bob Beattie
My most sincere condolences for the passing of Bill. He was a wonder friend, teammate and business aquaintence.
Lon and Diane Clark
To Bill’s Family
We are so sad to hear of Bill’s passing and send our deepest sympathy to his family. Bill was a quiet, congenial, knowledgeable, kind coworker at Timberjack and IPM in Woodstock. It was always enjoyable talking to Bill and visiting him and Betty in Bayfield.
May all the wonderful memories be comforting to you.
Lon and Diane Clark
Woodstock
Gail Ducharme
Dearest Jean,
I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet both of you through your shared love of travel. Bill was such a beautiful person and always a pleasure to work with. Our world is a little sadder without his presence.
Sending you so much love
Gail at Ellison
Vinny
Thank you for sharing. R.I.P. Bill. We live in Connecticut and we met Bill and Betty in Barbados in 2018 and became instant friends! We met Bill again in Barbados the year after Betty passed……that was the last time we saw or heard from him. He was truly a kind and humble human being and will be forever missed. GOD BLESS all for comfort at this time. Vinny and Lovey, Doug and Bev.
Sharon &Rollie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jean and family. We had the pleasure of meeting Bill for the first time in September. We stayed with Jean and Bill and Bill could not do enough for us. So glad we got to know him. Love Sharon & Rollie
Julie Gelinas
Dearest Jean and family. We are so very sorry for this great loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Bill for the first time this summer. He was friendly, jovial and interesting. I am sure he will be so missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mozart and Julie Gelinas
Sharon Sims
Our heartfelt condolences to Jean and families and may all find comfort in the happy memories shared. May he rest in Peace. Sharon Sims and Ray Croteau
Teresa
Oh Sweet Billy rest in peace! We loved you so much!
Had tons of fun and great memories will live on
Thank you for the joy of sharing our musical abilities from trombone through to karaoke- I can still see you singing into a mic and that great smile when you finished a song
If ever I had a father figure – it was you. Thank you for all the support and talks
You will be missed by so many but so glad you are resting now! You are angel material so take care of Jean and family and all of Aunt Betty’s crew! We were all so lucky to have you in our lives.
Eat a butter tart and all your favourite sweets if they have them in heaven
Love forever, Teresa (C/E/V)