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TAYLOR: William “Big Will” Harley of Ailsa Craig, formerly of Exeter

August 11, 2017 By Haskett Funeral Homes 25 Condolences

TAYLOR: William “Big Will” Harley of Ailsa Craig, formerly of Exeter

Passed away after a year long battle with lung cancer, at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital on Thursday, August, 10, 2017, of Ailsa Craig, formerly of Exeter in his 63rd year. Loving husband of Margaret (Andela) Taylor. Beloved father of Megan (Dave) of Lucan, William Jr. of London, and Troy (Paola) of London. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Phyllis and John Fox, Laurence and Elizabeth Taylor, Dave and Sandra Taylor, and Vicki Taylor. Bill will also be remembered by the Andela family. Predeceased by his parents William Harley and Mary Taylor.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Tuesday, August 15th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 16th at 11 AM. Cremation to follow.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Dan Heywood

    August 27, 2017 at 7:17 PM

    Marg and family and the whole Taylor family. Very sorry to hear about Will. As you know he was a big part of our family growing up and we will always remember him!! I trust all the good and funny memories will help you with your loss. Dan

  2. Kerry Cox

    August 23, 2017 at 8:59 PM

    I am so sad to hear of Bill’s passing.
    I have such fond memories of working at Willy’s.
    “A clean ship’s a happy ship”
    Thinking of you Marg and family.

  3. Scott Wright

    August 22, 2017 at 5:27 PM

    Marg and Family,

    I just heard today about Big Will’s passing and I wanted to send my deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. I have so many fond memories of Bill and your family when I worked at Willys Burger Stop. Bill was a big influence in my life and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

    Scott Wright (aka Big Scotty)

  4. Mike and JoAnne

    August 22, 2017 at 4:18 PM

    Larry and family so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He always had a smile and a laugh that was contagious when I went to school with him and later worked with him at Dashwood Industries. So sad so young our deepest sympathies! Mike and JoAnne Pickering

  5. Marsha Grist (Miller)

    August 19, 2017 at 4:55 PM

    So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I have so many good memories of my days as a Willy’s girl – thinking of you Marg and family xo

  6. Marlana Vandevis

    August 18, 2017 at 9:42 AM

    Marg and Family,

    So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He is someone that I tell stories about often. Thinking of you all.

    Marlana Vandevis (aka Big Mar)

  7. Tanya Caldwell

    August 18, 2017 at 12:00 AM

    Marg and Family
    I am sorry to hear of Big Will’s passing. I cherish the memories I have from Willys Burger Stop. Bill was a lot of fun and had a great sense of humor. I have never met or will never meet another Big Will. He was a huge influence on me and I’m so grateful to have known him. Marg, I often think of you all and I’m so sorry for your loss. Big T
    (Tanya )

  8. Tom Hartai

    August 17, 2017 at 12:54 PM

    Larry and family
    Deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

    Tom Hartai

  9. Wendi Schwindt

    August 16, 2017 at 9:52 AM

    Dear Marg and family…I was so very sorry to read about Bill’s passing. I know it will be a big loss for you and I will hold you in my prayers.

  10. murray newman

    August 16, 2017 at 7:51 AM

    so sorry to hear of BIG WILLS passing. i am glad i got to speak with him recently when big al phoned him and we joked and laughed about some of the great times we had in harriston. he always was the life of the party.a great and one heluvafunnyguy. sincere condolences to BIG WILLS family. RAISE A GLASS TO BIG WILL. R.I.P. MY FRIEND. Murray Newman

  11. Wendy Herrett

    August 15, 2017 at 6:12 PM

    Dear Margaret,
    My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. God Bless.

  12. dave vanderhoeven

    August 15, 2017 at 5:51 PM

    deepest sympathies Margaret on the loss of your hubby
    condolensces to your family on both sides
    miss your smile at work.
    dave V
    ex co worker and teaser at earls court

  13. John and Lynn Geudens

    August 15, 2017 at 10:55 AM

    Dear Marg, Billy, Megan and Troy

    We were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing, our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time and the days ahead. John and I both have a great memory of the time we spent the day with you and Bill at your house having fun with the kids.

    The Geudens Family

  14. Brenda Palsa

    August 15, 2017 at 7:28 AM

    Marg and family- so sorry for your loss- my thoughts and prayers are with you

  15. Deb Gehan

    August 14, 2017 at 11:56 AM

    Dear Marg and Family
    So sorry to rhear about Bill’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
    Sincerely Deb,Bob and my mom Theresa

  16. John & Barb McAlpine and family

    August 14, 2017 at 6:30 AM

    Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  17. Rob and Wendy McCallum

    August 13, 2017 at 10:30 PM

    Marg and Family
    We are saddened to hear of Bills passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Sincere condolences form the McCallum’s.

  18. Kathy Heywood

    August 13, 2017 at 12:34 PM

    Sorry to hear of Will’s passing , a lot of great memories he left behind. Condolences to all his loved ones!

  19. Debbie Thomson

    August 12, 2017 at 9:20 PM

    So sorry to read this; thinking of you and the family Marg.

  20. The McGuires

    August 12, 2017 at 10:51 AM

    To Marg and family, Phyllis, Lawrence, David and Vicki. The word indeed has lost an amazing individual our cousin known to us as “Big Will” as he used to call himself when he was passing by Mom and Dads while making his deliveries to Toronto in his earlier days. He gave us many happy memories as children. Some I know we will cherish forever. Prayers are being said for all. Love your cousins. Sheila, Kathy, Christine, Jerry, Maureen, Paul and Janet McGuire.

  21. Kathleen McGuire

    August 12, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    To Marg and family. So saddened to hear of Williams passing. I have such wonderful memories of William in his younger years. Never failed to put a smile on my face with his wonderful humour and his warm heart. My sincere condolences. Love Auntie Kathleen

  22. Carl & Anne Mollard

    August 12, 2017 at 7:33 AM

    Marg, Megan, Billy and Troy: We were saddened to hear about your loss. Our condolences and thoughts during this difficult time.

  23. Kelly Dale

    August 11, 2017 at 8:41 PM

    Omg I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending a million Hugs to you dear cousin and your family. May God hold you all tight and give you strength to make it through the days and nights. Love you all❤️XOXO

  24. Bill & Joanne Hodge

    August 11, 2017 at 7:43 PM

    Marg & Family, Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We have great memories with Will. We had so much fun with him in our younger days. He will be missed for sure.

  25. Anna McKellar

    August 11, 2017 at 6:19 PM

    Margaret, Billy, and all of your family: So sorry to hear of this, sincere condolences to you all.
    Anna McKellar

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