Chandlers' Funeral Service Ltd.

91 Union Street, P.O. Box 699
Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0
Phone: (902) 354-4242
Email: info@chandlersfuneral.com

Croft; William Edward “Bim”

47 Condolences

Biminframe

CROFT – William E. “Bim”, 89, of Western Head, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens Manor, Liverpool on Tuesday, December 19, 2017.
Born in Western Head on December 2, 1928, he was a son of the late William and Frances (Gerhardt) Croft.
Bim was born and raised in Western Head and lived all his life in the family home. Most of his working life was spent at Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited. Previous to that, he was a fisherman alongside his brother Avery and worked at Nickerson Bros. In his spare time, Bim enjoyed gardening and preparing his winter wood. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Bim will be lovingly remembered by his family as a kind, generous and loving father, grandfather and great grandfather who loved to spend time with his family.
Surviving are his daughters Carolyn (Kent) MacDonald and Donna (Michael) Herman, both of Western Head, his son Alan of Walden. 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. His sister Viola Robar of Halifax and his brother Avery of Western Head.
He was predeceased by his wife Joan (White), his son Gary, his sisters Alice and Verna and his brother Roger.
Visitation will be Saturday, December 23, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. both in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be in Grace Anglican Cemetery, Western Head. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses, Queens County branch, the Queens General Hospital Foundation or the Queens Manor, Liverpool. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

Offer Condolence for the family of Croft; William Edward “Bim”

Print Obituary & Condolences Print Obituary & Condolences

Condolence Messages

  2. Ruby Stevens and Family

    To Bim’s Family,

    I am so sorry to hear of Bim’s passing. He was the kindest man I ever knew. Always had a friendly face and open attitude towards everyone! I have known Bim since 1976, when my father introduced me to him just before I moved to Western Head with my family. My father said to me: “Ruby, you will never have a better neighbour!”, My Dad’s statement proved to be more than true!! I always enjoyed Bim’s neighbourly gifts of potatoes from his garden. Bim was very fortunate to have had such a loving family always, especially in his later years. My sincerest condolences go out to you all.

    With healing love,
    Ruby Stevens and Family

  3. Walter and Sherri Miller

    Carolyn,Donna,Alan and families:

    We were very saddened to hear of the loss of Bim.He was a great man and have known him for a long time.My visits to his home were very much enjoyed.He will certainly be missed by many friends and family.Our condolences go out to you all at this difficult time.

  4. Peter Young,Sharon White,Bobby Young and Thelma

    To the entire Croft families,we’re so sorry to hear that Bim had passed away,he was always a pleasure to chat with, when ever we would meet .He was a great guy to work with,having worked along side of him loading the paper boats.May he now rest in peace with all his pains gone.Cherish all the happy memories that you all had together.RIP Bim

  6. Walter & Noreen MacDonald

    To Carolyn, Donna, Alan & Uncle Avery & their families, we’d like to extend our sincere condolences on Bim’s passing.

  8. Gill Wu

    Donna and Carolyn, I was so sorry to learn of the passing of your Dad, Bim. When I first came to Sand Beach, he would wave and chat with me. A happy cheerful, hard working man. Sand Beach Road will be different without Bim. I am saddened by your loss, Gill (Wu) (109 Sand Beach Road)

  9. Kevin Cole

    Carolyn, Donna, Alan, and families

    So very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Bim was a great mentor to us “young fellows” who worked with him on the Dock. He showed us how to operate lift trucks and “stick” paper in trucks and on the ships. He must have had a lot of patience.

  10. Linda Baron Dunham

    Donna, Mike and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Although this is a very difficult time for all of you, we are blessed to have wonderful memories of those we love. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Linda Baron Dunham.

  12. Kim and Dale Foley

    I was saddened to hear of Bim’s passing.He was always such a kind and unassuming man.I have many fond memories of all of you from my youth and will always remember him as a humble and pleasant man.Cherish all of the wonderful memories you must have of him.I wish I could be there to say goodbye to him but know that he was never forgotten by any of us neighborhood kids. “The Langley Girl” and her family

  15. Janet and George Fletcher

    We were sorry to hear about Bim. Our thoughts and our prayers are with your family.

  16. Patti and Reid Emenau

    Dear Carolyn, Donna, Alan and families,

    We send our sincere condolences to you all on the loss of your dear dad, grandfather, and great Grampie. He will be sadly missed by you all. Take comfort in good memories and in knowing how well you cared and looked after him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Patti and Reid

  17. Betty and Bradford Cunningham

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Bim. He was a very pleasant gentleman. He love to talk to anyone he meet. May God give the family comfort.

  21. David Garrett

    To the Croft Family:

    We are sorry to hear of the passing of Bim. No trip to Western Head went without a visit to the Crofts. The Garrett children remember the times of sleeping there and meals around the table with Aunt Francis keeping an eye on all of us. Western Head has always felt like home to Ken and Mary Lou and they especially will cherish their memories of Bim and their connection to him.

    The Garrett Family

  23. Trisha Doucette

    I am so sorry to hear of Bim’s passing. I truly enjoyed spending time with him. He was a very kind and gentle man. My thoughts and prayers are with his Family at this difficult time.

  24. Kevin Page

    To the Croft family,

    So sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Kevin and Debbie Page

  25. Doris Taylor

    Carolyn , Donna . Alan.

    Sorry to hear of Bim passing he was a gentle soul and a kind man.
    Thinking of you .
    Doris Taylor

  26. Esther Doggett (Tarr)

    Carolyn, Donna , Allan and Families;

    So sorry to hear about your dad passing. Your family is my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

  27. Charlene and Bruce White/Bill and Barbara Scobey

    Dear Carolyn, Donna, Alan and Avery.
    We have so many fond memories of Bim from our younger years.
    The many times spent in his home with Gary…
    Watching him light the bonfire at Victoria Lake for skating parties…
    Greeting him every Sunday at Grace Church in his favorite pew with that devilish grin…
    Bim was such a gentle, kind and caring man and we are blessed to have known him. You have lost a wonderful father, grandfather and brother and we will never forget him.

  28. Fran Rafuse

    So sorry to hear of your dad`s passing. Thinking about all of you at this very sad time… Sending love to all

  29. Jim & Jacqueline Peach

    To the family, so sorry to hear about Bim’s passing. I remember as a youngin our family visited quite often & was always made to feel at home.Bim always had a smile to greet you. My deepest condolences goes out to the family. May God give you each the comfort you need to get through this valley.

  30. Susan MacLeod

    Donna and family. I am sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I really enjoy our conversations when I have appointments at
    Blair’s office. Your Dad was a very hard working man, and ‘down to earth” as they say. My sincere condolences.

    Susan MacLeod

  31. Kathryn Killam

    I am so sorry to hear of Bim’s passing. Such a sweet and gentle soul. One of the panes of glass, at the old Grace Church, will be dedicated in his name… he was such a good friend to this little church over his life time. Rest in peace, Bim.

  33. Kathy and Bernie Rumbolt

    Dear Donna ,Allan and Carolyn,
    We are very sorry to learn of Bim’s passing. I remember him being a quiet, gentle man with a kind spirit. I have great memories of times spent at the Croft home many years ago. He’s with Joan and Gary now. Thinking of you all. Hugs.

    Love Kathy (Levy) and family.

  34. Kim and Craig Hupman

    Donna, Mike and Family,
    So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

    Hugs to you all!
    Kim, Craig and Brittany

  36. Philip and Holly Smith

    To the Croft family,
    So very sorry for your loss; it is especially hard at this time of year to lose a parent. May many good memories sustain you in the days ahead.
    Philip and Holly Smith

  37. Ron & Bonnie Henderson

    To Bim’s Family,

    Our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

    Sincerely,
    Ron & Bonnie

  38. Nellie Levy Crouse

    Donna,Carolyn, Allan and families,

    I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences.

    Nellie Levy Crouse

  40. Bob & Janet Robar

    Janet and I were planning to attend the funeral tomorrow to pay our respect however based on the upcoming weather we are not comfortable with the drive from Halifax. I have many great memories of Bim from my childhood. He was such a kind man, had a great sense of humor and a caring personalty. Carolyn, Donna and Alan you were very fortunate to have had such a wonderful person as your Dad. I know you will all miss him deeply. Take care.

    Bob & Janet

  41. Linda Marsh

    Carolyn, Donna, Alan my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Had hoped to travel to Liverpool today but the weather forecast is not too promising for travel. I have fond memories of time spent at Western Head as a child. Uncle Bim was always the same, loving and kind and accepting of everyone. You were fortunate to have him as your Father and will miss him very much. My condolences on your loss.

    Linda

  43. David Whynott of mersey point

    I am very sorry to hear of Bim’s passing, I always enjoyed chatting with bim at victoria lake in the late evenings back some years ago.we shared many stories which imlooked forward too.my condolences to all of Bim’s family at this sad time. bless you all.

  45. Faye barkhouse and Jack langley

    So sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in your memories of a gentleman. Prayers and thoughts are with you all.

  46. Joan deRoos

    So sorry about the loss of your father/grandfather. Sincere condolences from all of us.

    Take care,
    Joan deRoos and family

Leave a Condolence

Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *. To send a Private condolence please click here.