Dear Darrly, Stephanie and Familiy
We are sad to hear of Bills passing.
Great memories of Mary St. neighbours!
Please accept pur sincere condolences.
Gayle and Barron Purser and Family

Sincere condolences to Bill’s family and friends. Bill always seemed to have a smile on his face and was liked by everyone.
Mike and Val (Park) Bendig and family.

Mr Black was Sarah’s principal as a young child at Zurich Public School. We will always remember one very stormy afternoon in the winter. The decision was made to send the children home early. As the school bus approached our street slipping and sliding on icy roads, there was Mr. Black on the steps of the bus to ensure the students safely got into their parents care on #21 highway . A very kind gesture which many of us never forgot!
Our sincere condolence to his family.
Treasure your memories! The Kyles

To All Bill’s Family.We were so shocked to hear of Bill’s passing.We will miss him at the Family gatherings and seeing him around.Always stopped to chat and share some good stories.R.I.P Bill you and Marlene are back together.But have left your Family with lots of good memories.Love Gary, Janet and Family

Dear Steph, Darrell and families~ My sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad, Bill was a good man, he had a big smile for everyone and I’m sure he’ll be missed by many. Hold on tight to all those beautiful memories that you guys have made over the years. “They never go away” ~Vickie Langlois

Think of Bill’s family and friends. Bill always stopped to chat with me at Walmart when he was in shopping. Many one memories of living next door to him in the VLA.

Our heartfelt sympathy to all of Bill’s family. We were so shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. What can we say, he and Marlene were great neighbours in the VLA. Bill was always so friendly and never passed up an opportunity to stop and chat if on his bike or give a big wave from his truck, car or the Studebaker. He was so kind after Mark’s Dad passed away (one day after Marlene) and then we struggled with getting help for Evelyn. He was so caring and would share his advice on ways that he had obtained getting help when Marlene was still home. Reaching out to help someone else but at the same time mourning his own loss. We will never forget this selfless, compassionate gesture. His presence will definitely be missed in the VLA, but we feel extremely grateful to have known him and call him a neighbour.
With deepest condolences, Mark & Brenda McLean & family

I’m saddened to hear about the passing of Mr Black he was my principal and teacher at Blyth Public School, I have many fond memories of him, but one of my most memorable ones was our grade 8 trip to Ottawa. Even years after graduating and into our adult life we would run into him time to time and he always had time for a visit to see how you were doing. Your father was a wonderful man he will be missed by many, my condolences to you all.

This news saddens me, and reminds me of the importance of telling people how they impacted you while they are here. If I had the chance to run into Bill again I would thank him for always greeting us with a smile, his genuine care and kindness – and a great “wiggly tooth” puller (one of the memories that always pops into my mind when I think of him).

So sorry to hear about Bills passing. We had just spoke with him at the Kintail Sunday dinner this month. Such a kind man who will be missed by so many.

Dear Darryl, Stephanie and families!
Phil and I were in utter shock when we heard the news about your father. We had a wonderful chat with him every Friday night at the Parkhouse as he was always out for dinner. Last Friday was no exception, and we chatted for some time about the store and Phil delivering milk!! Oh the stories also of Phil and your dad playing fastball!!
For me, I met your dad when he was Principal at Brookside School and I was going to start kindergarten. He met my mom and I at the front doors and the only reason I went in to the school (because I was nervous and new to the area) was because we had the same last name, so I knew I was going to be okay. We laughed about that every time we saw each other and spoke.
He will be missed by so many for his smile, humour, stories and his dedication to helping others. Cherish all of your wonderful memories as they will help you as the days progress.
Sincerely
Liz Black-Petrie and Phil Petrie

We send our condolences to the family! He was a great man and we always enjoyed our visits at McDonald’s. Bill would always stop to speak. Great memories are treasures. Sending our sympathy from the Bennett family also.

To all of Bills Family and friends Bill was a great fellow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Darryl, Stephanie and families: I treasure many fond memories of your dad, mom and the two of you on the ball diamond in Goderich. Bill was a wonderful team-mate and colleague and was always extremely supportive to his staff, students and school communities. In the attached photo at a 1980 Ontario teacher’s fastball tournament in Guelph, Bill is the tall guy in the back row. It is an honor to have known him. Ron Ritchie, Collingwood

We are so shocked and saddened to learn of Bill’s death. Ralph has had a long friendship with Bill since 1960 when he came to Goderich as Principal and Bill was on his staff. Our association with Bill and Marlene continued through the Lioness, Lions Clubs and through the renowned Principal’s Conferences, where during the evenings the music began, instruments came out and Bill was there with his guitar. Bill was well known for his volunteer work, which included us when we needed a repair done in our house. Teaching on Bill’s staff in Zurich, I could see why he was such a well loved Principal. Every recess was spent out on the yard, getting to know his students. Bill was a kind, friendly, thoughtful man. He had such a ready smile and took time to talk. He has left a trail of happy memories. Ralph and Eleanor

Sending our deepest condolences. Bill was a genuine and kind man and we always enjoyed our chats with Bill (and Marlene) over the years.

The Black Family: We have very fond memories of your Dad as the principal of Brucefield school and as operator of the store. Both your mom and dad have a happy place in our memories.
Pat and Bill Chipchase

Dear family – Each of you -are close in our hearts with sympathy.
‘ Bill and Marlene ‘ – a special couple to know – Their love of family and community was an example to all –
With special remembering – Cecelia and Don Denomme

My sincere condolences to all of Bill’s family. He will truly be missed here in the VLA. Whether he was out for a walk, shovelling snow or fixing up around the house, Bill always had time to chat and ask about my family too. He was an asset to our neighbourhood, the church and to the education system. So sorry to hear this sad news. Sharon Brown

To The Family of Bill Black

Bill was one of a kind, always had a smile and a kind word to say. He was such a hard worker at his Church, and the Lion’s club.
He will be sadly missed.

Rest in peace Bill, with your beloved Marlene.

Barb. Steeves

To all of Bills family.
You would have to search far and wide to find a nicer person to talk to. He sure loved that nice Studebaker of his as well.
He will certainly be missed by many of our townspeople and elsewhere as well.

One of our fond memories.
Bill was selected to be on our fastball team(French Dry Cleaners)
and pinch hit the winning run
The other team was surprised that an older player with hush puppy shoes was sent to the plate.
Bill’s hit won us the championship at the Goderich Labour Day Tournament in the 1970’s.
Bill was a fine man.
John and Joye Orr

So sorry & shocked to hear of Bill’s passing .such a kind & knowledgeable man. We chatted & solved the world problems at the mail box quite often. He was a super neighbor,he certainly will be missed .Condolences to all the family .

Bill was a kind and giving soul. Always helping people. A lions member for years, serving the community. He loved to chat and keep up with those he taught and even those he never taught. He was good to his mother in law when she was in the nursing home making regular visits. Also when caring for his wife. I feel it was a real pleasure to have had the pleasure of knowing Bill. He will be greatly missed by the community as he was a wonderful volunteer.

Our sincere sympathy to all of Bills family and friends. He was an extremely friendly man who enjoyed a good chat. Cherish your memories

Darryl, Stephanie and families. I first met Bill on the baseball diamond in Goderich in the early 1970’s. He loved the game and was a great fastball pitcher and first baseman. I know that his love of teaching affected many people…students, staff and all of his school communities. It was an honour to have been his team-mate and colleague.
Ron Ritchie, Collingwood

To Darryl and Stephanie and the entire family.I was so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. The phrase “ A life well lived” never applied more completely to anyone I know. Your Dad was always at the top of his game. My deepest sympathy.

So sorry to hear about (Mr. Black) Bills passing. I had Bill as a teacher and principal at Blyth Public school. What a great man who genuinely cared about all his students. He never forgot you once he met you and years later he would meet me and ask about my whole family and I was one of 10. What a memory!!! We met up again when my son was doing public speaking with the Lions Club and he took us to the competitions. He was one in a million!!!! I know I dont need to praise him as you were lucky to live it!!!! Think of a wonderful memory everyday and be comforted that he and Marlene are together again!!!!!

Sincerest condolences to Darryl & Stephanie. Your Dad was one of the kindest men we knew. He always had a warm smile and told the best stories. Liz wasn’t lucky enough to have him as a teacher or principal, but her siblings always talked about how great Mr. Black was. Bill was a dedicated Lions Club member too. Our thoughts & prayers are with your and your family.

Our condolences to Daryl, Stephanie and their families. We were so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.
We were so fortunate to have had Bill and Marlene as neighbours for our 31 years in the VLA. Better neighbours we could not have asked for. Our being a young family, they watched out for our kids, gave us advice, shared garden produce as well the very water in their well. We made a point of dropping in on Bill when we were visiting in Goderich if possible, to catch up on the family and neighbourhood news.
The Goderich community has lost a giving heart and hardworking volunteer. He will be sadly missed.

My. Condolences to the Family of Bill. From many years of soccer too many years of chatting with him at Zehrs . Always friendly and always asking how everyone is . Very caring person , he will be missed .

My sincere sympathy to Bill’s entire family. He was my principal at Brookside Public School. In Grade 7, when we had work periods, Mr. Black would come to our room with his guitar and songbooks. And the time was spent singing songs like Proud Mary and King of the Road. He was happiest being with the pupils in the classroom and we appreciated it. He was a thoughtful and considerate principal who took the time to listen to his students.
Thinking of you all as you celebrate this special man,
Lynne (Anderson) Mann

Dear Darryl, Stephanie & families,
Sincere condolence to you on the passing of your dad. Your dad when out on his bike would stop in the driveway
for a chat. We had many fun times in earlier years, whether at dances or camping. Cherish your wonderful memories.
It was nice visiting with Stephanie today.
Allan & Rosemary Beange

So sorry Darryl, Stephanie & family to hear of the passing of your dad Bill. He was certainly a wonderful man who will be sorely missed not only by you his family but by his church, community, many friends and fellow Lion’s Club members. Always friendly, kind & smiling, I remember that he took on any volunteer task asked of him at Knox, however large or small. I last talked with him one day outside Giant Tiger about your mom Marlene who he took such good care of in her final years. They were a lovely devoted couple who are now reunited. May many happy memories of them comfort you at this difficult time. God Bless.

I’m so sad to hear about Bill’s death. We were always running into each other at Giant Tiger and recently during our last chat we discussed our gardens and canning. Bill loved his tomatoes and said that he had put up many jars last year and added that his dear Marlene used to do so many for them. We discussed our love for our homes, space and wish to stay put and not move into town. I first got to know Bill and more of his siblings when I boarded with his dear mother, Edna, my first year of teaching. Bill and Marlene were a wonderful, friendly and caring couple who always stopped to chat, ask how our children were doing, discuss both Lions and the mine with Tom, and teaching with me.I’ll really miss seeing Bill’s smile. Such a wonderful man! Rest In Peace,Bill with your lovely Marlene.

So sorry for your families loss,may the lord speak peace to your pain.

Bill was one of the first people to approach me when I joined the Lions. He asked about my siblings, who had gone to Colborne while he was the Principal. He always had a big smile on his face, and a kind word for everyone. He was generous with his time and extremely welcoming. At one of our last meetings, they mentioned a bench that Bill had donated in Marlene’s memory, and you could see the tears in his eyes. Now they are side by side again. RIP Billy, your presence will be missed, but your heart will be remembered. Condolences to Darryl and Stephanie and families.

My sincere Condolences to the families. Thinking of you all May Bill Rest in Peace

He was a great printable an grade 8 teacher had him in blyth public school he will be sadly missed he would pick me an my brother in the winter to take use to school

Never saw a guestbook get filled with entries so quickly. Bill taught both our daughters at Colborne school, was related to Murray whose mom was a Black, as opposed to his wife (me) who was a White! A life well lived, for sure! Rest in peace Bill!

Our deepest sympathy to all the family and friends. I first met Bill in Brookside Public School. He would join in on a baseball game or skipping at recess as the Vice Principle. In later years we connected again in the community projects that the Lions & Lioness worked together on. Hugs to the family. He will be sadly missed.

Sincere condolences to all of Bill Black’s family. We have known Bill in the days he taught at Brucefield Centennial School and have always enjoyed meeting up with both he and Marlene, in her days. He was always great to talk with him which we did a short time ago. Bill will be missed by all he had contact with during his time with us. Respectfully, Ken and Margaret

Sincere sympathies to Stephanie and Darryl. I have many wonderful memories of both your parents when we lived in the VLA including those ball tournaments of a VLA a team in the township, Lions events and just friendly visits. Bill had the best smile for everyone . I had a great visit with him at the Young Canada Week in March. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories as well.
Ruth Ingham

Bill played fastball for the Bedford Hotel team in the 70’s when my Mom, Del Mitchelmore was their coach. At 40, Bill was the “old guy” on the team and he brought a grounding sense of calm and experience to a very young team. He had a great sense of humour and it also didn’t hurt that he was a great hitter! 😉

Over the past decade we reconnected on Facebook and he often commented on my posts about his old coach. My mother will be 96 this year and although her memory is failing, she can still recall a few specific events from her time with that team.

Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss, he will be remembered fondly.

Loving memories of many years at Blyth Public School including the time Bill put 5dz eggs on the roof of his car and drove away with them! Sincere condolences to your family.

Darryl and Stephanie – I was so sorry to hear about your Dad’s death. He was a very, very special man. Your Dad hired me for my first teaching position at Brookside Public School. He was such a supportive principal. Best of all though, he was the one responsible for matching me with Ken – my loving husband of 49 years. I wish for comfort for you and your families as you live through this time of sadness.

Our deepest condolences to Darryl, Kristen, Skye, Katheline, Stephanie and Matt. We were shocked to hear of your dads sudden passing. May you find comfort in the memories and tributes to your dad over the next few days. He was a wonderful and caring man who will be missed by many. Your mom and dad are together again and are watching over you all and sending you strength and guidance. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Love Steve, Tracy, Alyssa, Kayla (and Kevin) Voros. ❤️❤️

I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad/Grandfather and he will be missed greatly around the Town of Goderich.
Thinking of you all at this sad time and hold the memories close to your hearts.

Bill had a wonderful ability to handle well whatever Life tossed his way, He was kind, always considerate of others, generous with his time, and truly a great friend and mentor. Steph. and Darryl, cherish the many terrific times you had with your Dad, and learn from his journey though Life.We are all saddened by his passing.

Bill was one of the first guys to say welcome to the Goderich Lions Club. A great guy who always had a kind word to share.
When I would run into Bill and his wife, he would always say “What’s new young fellow”
Even if I’m 6 years younger, it made me smile.
Can’t make the funeral Bill, but R.I.P. your kind words will be with me forever.

Greg and I would like to express our deepest condolences to the family. We have served with Bill on the Goderich Lion’s Club for about a year now and knew him to be a very kind, and welcoming man. We had some great conversations and enjoyed our Thursday dinner chats at the club. Bill will be missed by all!
With heartfelt sympathy, Laury and Greg Balina

John & I extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Bill. We always enjoyed his smile, his stories and his music with his guitar when the principals had their get togethers. We were lucky to have known he and Marlene and know he will be missed by many. John & Kathleen Siertsema.

Sending my condolences to you. I was a student at Zurich Public School and had Mr Black as our principal. What a genuine, compassionate leader. A great sense of humour and his love for the Blue Jays. His infectious smile lite up the room.

Our deepest condolences to the family of Bill. We loved seeing him (often!) at Park House where we would share memories of the teaching days he had with Dad (Eric Moore). He was one of the warmest men I have ever met and we will miss his sincere smile and stories.

Herb and Sherry Marshall

Sending our condolences. He was such a nice man and will be missed by many

I am so very terribly sorry to hear of the passing of Bill…..feels like I was chatting with him only yesterday, He truly was such an amazing man to know, he lived by my Grandparents for years and we could get lost in hours long conversations. Rest in the sweetest of Peace Bill, I know Marlene has been waiting for you :) Sending much love to the family.