August 29, 1929 – May 14, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, Bill. Surrounded by family, Bill passed away peacefully at the South Huron Hospital, Exeter at the age of 89 on May 14, 2019. Born and raised in Toronto, Bill was the son of the late Edward and Emma Tugwell. He began his career with the Ontario government in 1970, where he continued to work until he became a proud retiree in 1994. Bill was a man of many words who enjoyed sharing his passion for politics and storytelling. Loving husband of 60 years to Margaret (Marg) Tugwell. Cherished father of Karen and Gord Sisson, Norma and Peter Maher, Marni and Harold Van Aaken, Billy Tugwell, and Wayne and Joy Tugwell. Beloved Grandpa of Rosemary, Matthew (Me-Linh), Kelly, David (Aimee), Amanda (Taylor), Jessica (Steve), Adrienne, Dawson, Amber, Krystal (Scott) and Ashley. Proud Great Grandpa to Noelle, Scott, Rachael, Emberleigh, Caden, Grayson, Fraser, Sullivan, and Marlowe. He will be greatly missed by his faithful fur companion Tia, and his extended family and friends. Predeceased by his brothers Charlie, Harold, Richard and Ken; sisters Lorrain, Alice, Gladys and Nellie; his father and mother in-law Art and Mary O’Hagan and brother in-law Patrick.
Friends and family will be received at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Saturday, May 18th from 9:30 – 11:30 AM where a Celebration of Life in Bill’s honour will follow at 12 Noon. Cremation to follow.
If desired, donations to the Children’s Health Foundation or SE Health 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).
Wayne & Julie Pryce & Family
Tugwell Family
Saddened to hear of your loss. Sending our heartfelt condolences.
Kay Mailloux
Marg and family. I would like to offer my sympathies to you all. He will be missed along with the stories he could tell. Thinking of you . Kay.
Deb & Ed Streisslberger
So sorry for all if the family on the loss of Grandpa Tugwell
Rick and Marilyn Vandenbussche
Marg: our sympathy to you and your family on Bill’s passing.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To the Tugwell family: Sorry to learn of Bill’s passing.
We have a standard poodle also and I would stop and let the two of them greet. Bill said Tia was good company.
I will miss our chats on Orchard Street. You have our condolences.
Sandra Leach
Condolences to everyone! Uncle Willy will be missed. May all your happy memory bring you peace.
Debra Tilley
Marg and Family: So sorry for your loss. I will miss all the stories he has told me over the years. Rest in Peace now Bill. Always remembered. Thinking of you Marg and the family at this time.
Debra Tilley
Margaret Brintnell
Marg & All Your Family
My condolences on the passing of Bill. Great smart man.
Blessings to All of You.
Margaret Brintnell
Harold and Lida DeVries from Alberta
Dear Marg and family , so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.
Bill will be missed on Orchard street, he was a very out going fun loving man. Loved talking about politics.
Exeter Guardian Pharmacy
Dear Marg
Very sorry to hear about Bill’s passing away..what a thorough gentleman!
He will be always missed by all of us at Exeter Guardian Pharmacy.
Heartfelt condolences from all of us.
Kelly Tugwell
So sorry for your loss. I never had chance to meet any family from down that way. My grandfather was Charlie Tugwell from Ontario. I meet mutual family on Facebook only.
It’s nice to know my grandfather is with his siblings again
Bob and Helen Coates
Our sympathy for the loss of a dear husband, father and grandfather.
May memories be a comfort to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle DePaepe
Marg, I’m so sorry to hear about Bill, I just saw you both last week in the store! Bill was always kind hearted…Marg, you were so strong looking after him… hugs and prayers to you and your family
Darlene Leybourne
Marg and family So sorry to hear of the lose of your husband father and granpa. Since moving away I haven’t seen you and Bill but remember the times at the donut shop. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You now have an angel watching over you
Lynne and Joe DiPersio
We were so deeply sadden to hear of Uncle Bills passing. Our sincere condolences to you all grieving this immeasurable loss. Our thoughts are with you with love.
Karen & Ross Tugwell
Dear Aunt Marg & Family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy to everyone. May your memories comfort you forever. Love Ross & Karen xo
Bev and Arnie
Margaret and family
We have many fond memories of having you and Bill as our neighbours on Orchard, and many good chats across the street. His passing will leave a big hole in your hearts. We pray for comfort and strength for you as you grieve.
Bev n Arnie Martin
Barbara Taylor
The Tugwell Family –
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Dave keys
Harold and Marni
Sorry to hear of Bills passing . Our condolences goes out to the entire Tugwell family . I will miss seeing him out walking the dog and visiting with the neighbourhood and his friendly waves .
Dave and Shelly
Wendy Heimrich
Marg, Karen, Marni, Billy & families,
Our sincere condolences with the loss of a great man. His strong views of politics and story telling I will always remember. He will be sadly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Treasure the memories and he will always be in your heart. Hugs❤️ Wendy & Dave Heimrich & family
Tamara Heimrich
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. He was such a great man and will never be forgotten. Rest in the sweetest peace Bill❤️
Jeff and Teresa Taylor
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Bill our condolence go to Marg and your family
Catharina de Haan aka Ena
Dear Marg & Marni,
Sad to hear of Bill’s passing along with family & friends! Marni & I both worked at Community Living SH in the past and had a bit of contact since as I did with Marg. Wishing you strength and comfort in the days and months to come !
Ena
Henny Pijnenburg
We are thinking off all the family.
So sorry for your loss.
Condoleanses from Paul, Henny, Bo and Yara
Kim McKay
Marg and family
So very sorry for your loss! I rememberBill telling his stories, back when he used to come into the store. Hoping your happy memories will help you get through such a very sad time.
Kim McKay
Larry and Barb Moore
Marg and family. So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He will certainly be missed by many.
Nish Forbes
It was such sad news when Marni sent me a message of her fathers passing. Bill was a wonderful man and I have fond memories of him over the years when I visited Canada firstly with my brother Francie many years ago staying with Bill and Margaret and then returning a few times over recent years with my wife Koren and 2 children to visit all our family. Bill will be sadly missed by family and friends both in Canada, Ireland and England. RIP Bill and love to all the family.
Love Nish, Koren, Niamh and Ciaran
phyllis collett
so sorry to hear of bills passing. he was a good friend for a long while but it has been a while since i have seen him. rest in peace Bill,no more health problems or pain. bless marg and family as the mourn the loss of a loved one