Jan 09, 2013
Better known as Bill, of Arden, passed away with his family by his side after a brief illness at the Perth Memorial Hospital on Friday, December 21, 2012 at the age of 74. Loving wife of 50 years to Norma. Cherished father of Fred, Kim, John and Tamis. "Papa Bill" will always be remembered in the hearts of his grandchildren Carter and Harrison. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Jane-Anne, Helen and his brother Jim. Pre-deceased by his parents George & Monica Pringle. Bill worked as a Miner, Mechanic, Crane Operator, Shovel Operator and Millwright. Since his retirement from mining in 2000, he retired to his farm. He will be remembered working on his tractor, planting garlic, watching the turkeys, playing horse shoes, explaining the surrounding nature or fixing something for a friend and keeping the house stocked in firewood. A Celebration of Bill's Life will be held in Arden at the Frontenac Community Centre on Saturday, December 29, 2012 commencing at 3pm and lasting into the evening. Refreshments and food will be served as we remember and houour our Dad. In Lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the Salvation Army through the Maschke Funeral Home, 11928 Hwy# 41, Northbrook, Ont. K0H 2G0 (613-336-6873).
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