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POWELL: William (Bill) of Granton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On March 25, 2016 @ 1:10 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 65 Comments

POWELL: William (Bill) of Granton

Suddenly, at Kensington Village, London on Thursday, March 24th, 2016 of Granton in his 88th year.  Beloved husband of the late Mary Helen Lewis Powell (2012). Dear father of Marilyn Hardy (Ken), Catherine Jeffrey (Dwain), Jane Jones (Eugene), Roy Powell (Karen), Liz Morden, Cindy Hodgins, Robert Lewis (Paula), Dave Lewis (Pat), Cheryl Johnson (Sean), and Mike Lewis (Denise). Fondly remembered by all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Betty Lou Finch, Mary Rose Elders (Bill), and Mildred Gorth (Mark) and George Crouch. Predeceased by his parents Roy and Ethel (Hodgins) Powell, daughter Frances, and brother Donald.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 29th at 11AM with The Rev. Matthew Martin officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.

Donations to Holy Trinity Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “POWELL: William (Bill) of Granton”

Condolence from fred and brenda smith on March 25th, 2016 3:03 PM

sorry to hear of your loss

Condolence from Ken & Bonny Lambourn on March 25th, 2016 3:44 PM

So sorry for your loss ,Bill was a wonderful person and was a friend to everyone young and old. He will be sadly missed. Our heart felt prayers go out to his family at this time. You were a wonderful man Bill and we will never forget your kind heart. RIP

Condolence from Alex and Donna Westman on March 25th, 2016 3:56 PM

To all of Bill’s family our heart felt condolences.

Bill was dearly loved in our community and will be missed.

Condolence from Harry Blom on March 25th, 2016 5:37 PM

Bill was right across the hall from Candida in St Marys hospital, so I did have a little visit with him on Sun. Sorry to hear that he has passed and my condolences to all.. Harry Blom

Condolence from Roberta Scratch on March 25th, 2016 6:00 PM

Thinking of you all at this time…

Condolence from Christine Currah Levesque on March 25th, 2016 6:48 PM

Sorry for your loss. ..condolences to the family.

Condolence from Candice Stevens on March 25th, 2016 7:28 PM

Sorry for your loss ? Bill will be missed he was such a sweet man .RIP Bill ❤

Condolence from Jackie Dix on March 25th, 2016 7:29 PM

God Bless you Bill and may you rest in peace and love…..I will miss seeing you at church. Sincere condolences to the family….

Condolence from Doug and Hazel Anderson and Family on March 25th, 2016 7:45 PM

Bill’s Barber Shop was the heart of the village. Granton won’t be the same without him. He will be dearly missed.

Condolence from Kevin Sans on March 25th, 2016 8:20 PM

I have a lot of fond memories of this kind man. Rest in peace Bill. My condolences to his family.

Condolence from Judy & Dale Wheeler on March 25th, 2016 8:55 PM

To Billy’s family we are very sorry for your loss. Billy was truly an amazing presence in our community. Always a hello and how are you, even when he was unwell. And always a great story to tell. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Judy, Dale Wheeler and family

Condolence from Anne and Bob Pincombe on March 25th, 2016 9:00 PM

Dear Powell family,

Bill will be truly missed.
It is the end of an era for the Granton Community. We could always count on Bill for the history of Granton and area and enjoyed his many pictures from times past.
Not many like him.
R.I.P. Bill

Condolence from Tanya Carty-Barfett on March 25th, 2016 9:18 PM

Granton will never be the same. Sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Don and Heather Benner on March 25th, 2016 9:27 PM

To Bill’s Family….I was so sorry to read of Bills passing…He was an icon of Granton…from riding his bicycle ,backward style, in the Granton Funday parades, to dressing in his finest attire and attending all the funerals of Granton community townspeople to pay his respect….His shop was a reminder of simpler times where you knew everyone in the village and it was like a step back in time….very comforting and reassuring….We will miss Bill and all the wonderful memories of days gone by……Respectfully yours Don , Heather and Family…

Condolence from Kelly and Rose O’Connor on March 25th, 2016 9:36 PM

Many, many memories of Bill, going back a very long time to childhood haircuts, spending time in the old pool hall and in recent years enjoying his visits to the Lucan Legion…he was quite a guy. Our condolences to all of his family; Bill had a great life.

Condolence from Kerry and Wayne Higman on March 25th, 2016 10:11 PM

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family and extended family. Bill was a ‘fixture’ in Granton and he will be remembered fondly by so many who are still there, as well as those who grew up in the village and have moved on. From the days when he had the pool hall and barbershop next to the hardware, and then over to the barbershop and variety in the front of the house….he was a neighbour, and by all means an ‘ear’ to listen to so many – young or old, over the years. He was a father to my best friend in childhood and I have fond memories of sipping on a pop or slurping a popsicle that we were often afforded from his coolers! May your best memories carry you through this sad time, …..R.I.P. Bill.

Condolence from Gale Kinney on March 25th, 2016 10:25 PM

Bill will be missed. I still remember him even though I haven’t lived in Granton for years. Great man.

Condolence from Wendy Case (Kloss) on March 25th, 2016 11:30 PM

So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. A Granton icon, for sure. My sincere condolences to his family. Wendy Case (Kloss)

Condolence from Harry and Elaine Hardy, and the Hardy family on March 26th, 2016 8:09 AM

Our sincere sympathy, Our thoughts are with your family. Bill was a good person,with many friends. He will be missed by the people of the community.

Condolence from Henry, Angel & Family on March 26th, 2016 8:55 AM

So sorry to hear this. Bill was a BIG part of our village and Granton will not be the same. He always had time for a smile and a chat he will be missed.

Condolence from sharon on March 26th, 2016 9:22 AM

heart felt condolences to all the family
Bill always had a smile for us, always in our hearts

Sharon and Rob Cassidy

Condolence from Amanda Young Cassidy on March 26th, 2016 9:34 AM

will miss you “Grandpa”

sorry for you loss

Amanda Young – Cassidy and Joshua

Condolence from Joan & Dave Goddard on March 26th, 2016 9:50 AM

Deepest Sympathy to Bill’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Joyce Sovereign on March 26th, 2016 10:20 AM

Our church family at Holy Trinity has lost a very faithful attender.I will miss seeing Bill there ,he always had a smile and hello .Sending my sympathy to you all his family.Granton will be missing their barber.

Condolence from Wayne & Traci Fischer on March 26th, 2016 10:38 AM

Our sincere sympathy for your families loss. Love and prayers to all the family

Condolence from Don Carty on March 26th, 2016 10:47 AM

Deepest sympathy to all

Condolence from mary cadman on March 26th, 2016 11:40 AM

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS …BILL WILL BE MISSED

Condolence from Frank and Carol Hardy on March 26th, 2016 12:06 PM

Our sympathy in your loss. We know how much his family meant to him. May you hold onto many precious memories. Some might make you laugh, some cry , but all will be treasure in your heart.

Condolence from Kim MacKay on March 26th, 2016 12:48 PM

R.I.P Pops, he was a great man and he will be truly missed!
Terry, Kim, Nicole and Matt MacKay

Condolence from Tina Tiner on March 26th, 2016 1:24 PM

So sorry for your loss! I have many fond memories of Bill (grandpa)
Rest in sweet peace!

Tina and Eric Tiner

Condolence from Don and Dorothy Lankin on March 26th, 2016 1:50 PM

Marilyn & Ken & all the Powell family. Thinking of you in the loss of your father. He was always a colourful , witty customer when he came to our store.

Condolence from Rev. Sue McCullough on March 26th, 2016 2:46 PM

To Bill’s family,

I have great memories of Bill from my time at Holy Trinity in Lucan. His smile and good nature were infectious. I will keep you in my prayers and please remember that God is with you now at this time of great loss and always.

Blessings,
Rev. Sue McCullough+

Condolence from Wayne and Judy Darroch on March 26th, 2016 4:21 PM

Marilyn , Ken and Family, Judy and I sent our sympathies to you and your family at the loss of your father. Bill always had a great story to tell. A good community man. Wayne and Judy Darroch

Condolence from Dianne Girdler on March 26th, 2016 5:17 PM

I am very sad to hear the passing of Bill. I will always remember him fondly. He was always such a nice man even to all us rowdy kids. He must have got tired of us hanging out on his porch as he was trying to run a business. But we knew what a terrific guy he was, and not once did he ever get mad at us. Will be thinking of you, his family in this time of sorrow. Dianne Girdler (Malcolm)

Condolence from JIM Scott on March 26th, 2016 7:22 PM

MARILYN and KEN BETTY LOU and all the POWELL Family accept my condolences

Condolence from Dan & Judy Alce on March 26th, 2016 8:09 PM

We are all going to miss Bill. Knew Bill from the time were young children, as did our sons. Bill always greeted you with a smile & had a story to tell; w hen younger you always went for penny candy. He sure did have a lot to choose from. Granton won’t quite be the same, now that he is gone. Please accept our condolences at this sad time.

Condolence from Pam And Rob Marr on March 26th, 2016 9:49 PM

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You may not see him but he will always be with you all. Sending our love and prayers to you all. May he Rest In Peace.

Condolence from Brandi Lewis on March 26th, 2016 10:32 PM

I just wanted to take the time to thank every one for there heartfelt comments I know how much the Granton community meant to my papa each one of your friendships meant the world to him. He loved running his barber shop and store and always wanted to make sure he had everything that his community would need so Thank You so much for the many year of happiness you all gave to our grandfather.

Condolence from Marion Gricken on March 27th, 2016 9:37 AM

To Bills family, Our heartfelt condolences. Bill was a great person, and so much a part of Granton. He will certainly be missed. So many memories, for my family, and so many other families….. R.I.P. Bill.

Condolence from Peggy Currah on March 27th, 2016 12:17 PM

RIP Bill….I remember when We moved to Granton and my ‘kids were little,….They always wanted to get candy from Bills store….Our condolence to your family!!!! Gary and Peggy Currah

Condolence from Peggy Currah on March 27th, 2016 12:19 PM

Sorry to hear about your loss…bill was a great guy…I remember when we moved to Granton the kids would always like to buy candy from Bills store…RIP Bill

Condolence from Jerry & Sue Morgan on March 27th, 2016 12:46 PM

Brandi, John and family:
We are sorry to hear of your Papa’s passing. Sending hugs and love to you all.

Condolence from Dan & Kim Bucci on March 27th, 2016 12:50 PM

To the Family,

We are so sorry to hear the loss of Bill….he will always be remembered by many of us. Dan and I will always remember is smiling face when doing the bike run that Dave had and Bill would ride on the back of Deb’s bike for a short bit after the run while we all gathered afterwards….R.I.P.

Condolence from Gisele Paquin on March 27th, 2016 1:40 PM

At a time when words are hard to find, I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. “Blessed be God……the God of all comfort”

With sympathy on the death of your granadfather William Granton

Gisele Paquin

Condolence from Tom Hearn on March 27th, 2016 6:49 PM

Marilyn & Ken & the Powell Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My brother Jim & I made
many visits to the Powell store in Granton in past years with our milk delivery.
Bill will be missed.

Condolence from Sandra and Randy McCurdy on March 27th, 2016 10:19 PM

Dearest Billy;

Three generations on both sides of our family shared with Billy! I remember when I was a little girl and my Mom would write a note of things she wanted from Billies for me to get for her. I also remember being greeted by Bills Mother Ethel. When Randy was young he and his Dad Ross used to come into town for a pop at Bills once a week. So glad that our children got to know him like we did. We learned a lot about “History” from Bill. Him and Helen where the perfect pair and happy they are together again. Not only was Billy a true Granton Icon; so was the motor bike bbq he had faithfully every year! Also Billies bicycle skills where pretty outstanding!!

Glad that we got to see him for a visit in St. Mary’s Hospital before he passed away. When he saw Mya he said “Hi sweetie” with a smile on his face! I’m glad I got to tell him that I loved him and to hear him say that he loved me too was so nice. Thank you for the memories buddy Billy! You will sure be missed here!! Our very deepest condolences to his extensive family. Rest in peace our friend; rest in peace! ?
Love Randy, Sandra, Jackson, Mya and Olivia McCurdy!

Condolence from Sandra Alblas on March 28th, 2016 9:59 AM

Cindy and Garett, we are all so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Hearing you talk of him and knowing you were able to spend some time together was a blessing. I know you will miss your dad deeply and he seemed what a character. Know that we are thinking of you and all your family and if we can do anything at all please let us know.

Sandra, Art and Douglas, Jasper and Tager

Condolence from darrell gorvett on March 28th, 2016 10:45 AM

Sorry to hear of Bills passing.Great memories of Bills stories when visiting my grandparents in Granton and in later years when dad and i would stop for a visit.

Condolence from John & Willy Van Lieshout on March 28th, 2016 1:11 PM

Our condolences to Bill’s family. He was quite the icon in Granton. Always had a friendly smile and hello. He will be missed.

Condolence from Mary Brintnell on March 28th, 2016 3:23 PM

So sorry to hear of Bill,s passing. He was a great guy and will be greatly missed in the community
t. May he rest in peace. Mary Brintnell

Condolence from Doug & Kim Cook and Family on March 28th, 2016 5:55 PM

Sending our deepest Condolence on the loss of Bill. Some of our greatest memories of our Uncle Bill was how exited he used to get to go up and get his hair cut from Bill. He talked about it for days. He will be greatly missed in the community.

Condolence from Arlene and Scott Thomson on March 28th, 2016 8:38 PM

Our deepest sympathy is extended to your family at this sad time.

Condolence from Janet Bressette on March 28th, 2016 8:51 PM

Condolences from the Bressette Family Mar. 24/16 This day we loss a pillar of the community…… We are truly sorry to hear about your loss…… Mike, Denise, Josh, and Janessa and the entire family/friends who new Bill. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. The universe received a new star ……,,,, Love you my sister Denise and Brother inlaw Mike.

Condolence from Bonnie and Gene Gregor on March 28th, 2016 11:36 PM

To Cindy and all your family, please accept our deepest condolences. Hugs!
Gene and Bonnie Gregor

Condolence from Jim and Helen Hearn on March 29th, 2016 8:21 AM

Dear Marilyn, Ken and family,
We’re so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Jim and Helen

Condolence from Craig and Ashley Swarthout on March 29th, 2016 9:06 AM

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. My sincere condolences on the passing of Bill, he was certainly one of Granton’s most loved. I still remember him riding his bicycle backwards through the Fun Day parade while wearing his “Happy Birthday Bill” hat and always opening up his store so we could buy candy. Rest in Peace Bill.

Condolence from Dale Cook & Linda Mills on March 29th, 2016 9:28 AM

So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, he was such a great fixture to the town of Granton, many a hair cut and plenty of candy. RIP. Bill

Condolence from Keegan Rollinson on March 30th, 2016 6:25 PM

Our condolences to Bill’s family. He was such a friendly guy and we used to go get candy from his store a lot and he would tell us stories. He would always open his store for us and we would help him bring in his groceries. He was a really good guy and will be missed for sure. RIP Bill.

Condolence from Beth Stutt on March 31st, 2016 10:08 AM

I lived in Granton for a while back in the 90’s. Bill was the sweetest man. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends. xo

Condolence from Pam (Gricken) McRoberts on March 31st, 2016 6:24 PM

My heartfelt sympathy to all of Bills loved ones. Bill was one of the friendliest and kindest men I knew. My son still talks about going to Bills for his haircuts and the great penny candy. Granton will never be the same without him. I remember his kind visit to the funeral when Deb passed away and thought what a wonderful friend he was to everyone. He will be greatly missed by all.

Condolence from Sandi and Rob Brintnell on March 31st, 2016 8:25 PM

To the Powell Family,
Bill was a wonderful man , Remember going to the barber shop to get candy and a pop. He was well loved in the community. Everybody new Bill, Granton will sure miss him.
Rob and Sandi

Condolence from Tanya Dyck on April 1st, 2016 11:56 AM

I just found out about your passing today, April 1…
You were such a great man. Always had a smile on your face and treated Grandma so well. I will always remember you Grandpa.

Lots of Love,

Tanya, Nathan, Cezanne, Julian, Selena, Colt and Payton Dyck

Condolence from Sarah Henkel on April 4th, 2016 9:31 AM

I remember when I broke my arm and Bill called the ambulance for me when I was just a little kid. You will be truly missed. *hugs*

Condolence from Shannon Thompson on April 27th, 2016 5:48 PM

My family lived in Granton in the late 60’s and 70’s.
I remember Bill’s Barber Shop and little variety store fondly.
Bill was a good guy.

Condolence from Dustin Ledrew on September 3rd, 2019 9:02 PM

Sorry to hear about his passing bill was a nice man i remember getting a haircut and then getting some candy or ice cream or something

He was a good man

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