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Walsh, William Milford

August 27, 2010 13 Condolences

Walsh,

William Milford Walsh, 78, born on November 28th, 1931, died after a short illness with his family present on Thursday evening, August 26, 2010 at the Saint John Regional Hospital.  Eldest son of  the late G. Evelyn & Michael Hugh Walsh of Brooklyn, Queens County, Nova Scotia.  “Willie” known by his wife Loretta or “Bill” known by his friends is survived by his wife Loretta Pearl (Thompson) of 55 years, son Michael Thomas of Braintree Mass., daughters Deborah Shaune Walsh-Daigle (Danny) of Fredericton and GayeAnn Thompson Walsh of Walsh Luggage Saint John NB.  Sister Marianne Mack of Mill Village NS, Brother John Michael Walsh (Sandra) of Brooklyn NS, nephews Christoper and Alfred Mack and Margo Leaman.

Bill enjoyed fishing and canoeing with his family on Ponhook Lake, Dancing with Loretta and volunteering with the Liverpool & Halifax Fire Departments.  His careers commenced in Nova Scotia selling Red Rose Tea in Cape Breton and selling cars in Liverpool.  Bill was transferred to Saint John in 1965 with a finance company and then embarked on a new career choice selling Diesel Trucks for many years, driving a school bus while operating their own company Walsh Luggage in Market Square.

Dad enjoyed stockcar racing and announced at the Airport Raceway and Hammond River Raceway for many years in the 70’s.  He loved motorcycle driving and was an instructor for the New Brunswick Safety council.  Bill and Loretta had fun bowling with their friends at Haymarket Square for many years as well.  Dad was a stellar pool player and a fine sportsman bringing in the championship many times with the final power play.  He was an avid model railroader spending many years designing and building his own layouts and watching the birds from his Model Railroading room.  Bill will be sorrowfully missed by his friends and family. 

Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, Saint John NB on Sunday August 29th, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Visitation will also be held on Monday August 30th, 2010 from Chandlers Funeral Home, Liverpool NS, from 7:30 to 9 pm and Tuesday from 12 noon til time of service. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday August 31 at 2 pm, from Chandlers Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steven Hopper officiating. Interment will be in Zion Unnited Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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  1. Betty-Jean & Beverley Colp

    August 27, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    Our deepest sympathy in the loss of William. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Memories of happy times spent together will help ease the pain of your loss.

  2. Walter &Sherri Miller

    August 28, 2010 at 2:59 am

    John Mike and Family:
    Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.

  3. Shirley & Paul Shot

    August 28, 2010 at 5:17 am

    Dear John Mike, Sandra and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and stressful time. Remember the good times, love one another and God will see you through.

  4. Linda Pauline Leslie & Curtis Maillett

    August 28, 2010 at 5:47 am

    We want to extend our condolences to your family. He will certainly be missed. Most sincerely, Linda & Curtis, Brooklyn

  5. Buddy and Marion (White) Whynot and Florence (White) Robar

    August 28, 2010 at 10:30 am

    Our prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of sorrow..

  6. Bonnie Wentzell

    August 29, 2010 at 10:26 am

    To all the family:
    Our condolences on your recent loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers
    Bonnie and Norman

  7. Corrie and Mike Lockwood

    August 29, 2010 at 2:24 pm

    Marianne and Michael we both wish expressed our sincere sympathy on the lost of your brother. Condolences to rest of your family.

  8. Barbara & Lloyd Naugler

    August 30, 2010 at 6:49 pm

    Loretta & family: we were saddened to hear of Willie’s passing.He will be missed by all who knew & loved him.God bless you all.

  9. cathy wilson

    August 30, 2010 at 6:57 pm

    Words cannot express the loss that you are going through,I was blessed to have met as well as to get to know William during his short stay on 3CN.God bless your family and my prayers are with you.
    Cathy Wilson LPN

  10. Betty Shupe

    August 31, 2010 at 10:19 am

    Mary Anne, Loretta & family, John Mike and Sandra, Sorry to hear of Willie’s death. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  11. Mervin &Bernadette Hartlen

    August 31, 2010 at 5:33 pm

    Marianne and John Michael our thoughts and prayers are with you both in the loss of your brother. Please extend our sympathy to the immediate family also.

    Merv and Bernadette

  12. Randi & Ted Dickie

    September 1, 2010 at 7:57 am

    Dear Walsh Family,

    We are very sorry to hear of your recent loss. Our thoughts are with you and may you have comfort in all the good memories shared.

    With Sincere Sympathy
    Randi &Ted

  13. Philip & RoseMary Decker

    September 4, 2010 at 3:21 am

    To the Walsh families

    Our sincere sympathy to you and your families on the passing of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Philip & RoseMary Decker

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