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SR., William James “Bill“ Palmer
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PALMER, SR., William James “Bill“ - In loving memory of William James “Bill“ Palmer, Sr., 87 years of Hartley Bay, who passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 15th, 2007, at his residence. He was born in St. Thomas and married Cecilia (Connelly) in St. Thomas in 1939. He was active in the Knights of Columbus and served as Grand Knight for two terms. He volunteered in the Canadian Navy and served from 1942 until 1945. His interest in building and renovating kept him busy until 1950 when he relocated to the French River where he started a tourist business. He had been active in the tourist industry for over fifty years and did some counseling for The Federal Business Development Bank for some of the other tourist operators. He did much for the founding of the French River Delta Association and was a charter member. He will be remembered by the hundreds of guests he entertained and sadly missed by a community which he did much to create. Beloved husband of Cecilia M. (Connelly) Palmer predeceased 1991. Loving father of William J. Palmer Jr. of Burlington, Michael D. Palmer (Colleen) of Hartley Bay, Darlene C. Palmer of Thunder Bay, Stephanie M. Palmer of Sudbury and Elizabeth predeceased. Cherished grandfather of Chuck, Brian, Chris, Shannon, James, Bill, Melissa, Mathew, Kimberly and Meagan and 18 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Dear son of Wayon E. and Eva Elizabeth (Hart) Palmer predeceased. Dear brother of Earl, Archie, Maxwell, Wilfred and Clifford all predeceased. Survived by Mitchell (Eileen) and Evelyn Palmer (Archie). Sadly missed by nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by special family Jeffrey Tackor, Ginny Rook and Diane Desrochers. Resting at the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch St., Sudbury. A Celebration of Bill's Life will be held in the R.J. Barnard Chapel, Saturday, August 18th, 2007 at 1 p.m. Cremation at the Park Lawn Crematorium. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. (Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday and after 12 noon Saturday). 10787094
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My Condolences Posted by Kevin O'Donnell (Friend) On Thursday, August 23, 2007 Dear Mike & Palmer Family, Jim had called me in regards to your father's passing. My sympathies to you and your family. As a young scout I remember Bill shuttling me in to Tinnerman my first year. I am glad I had a chance to know your father, he was a true visionary, and fine businessman My prayers are with you during this time. Uncle Bill Posted by Rick Palmer (Ottawa) (nephew) On Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Sorry to hear of the passing of our Uncle Bill. Always remember staying in the Big House and watching out for 'Mickey Mouse' and picking out blueberries for breakfast in Heartly Bay. Hope Bill, Max (Dad), Archie and the rest of the brothers are together again. Uncle Bill Posted by Doris Palmer (Sister-in-law) On Monday, August 20, 2007 Sorry to hear of the passing of brother Bill. Fond memories at Heartly Bay with Max and the family. God Speed, our prayers and love to all. a decent man Posted by Laura Pearsall (friend) On Monday, August 20, 2007 To Mike and family - my father always thought the world of your father, Bill. Your dad always treated us kindly as kids, and he will always be a part of my treasured memories of Hartley Bay. If there is a heaven, then your dad and mine are talking together and having a shore lunch where the sun is shining. Bill Palmer Posted by Debbie Linnen (niece) On Sunday, August 19, 2007 Sorry to hear about Uncle Bill's death. He will be missed by many. Our love and prayers are with all of you.Debbie, Jim and family
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