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GATEMAN
William "Bill" Gateman, of Hanover, passed away after a brief battle with cancer at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, August 5, 2022. He was 65.
Born in Hanover on April 5, 1957 to William and Iila Jean (nee Johnson) Gateman. Bill was a great man that valued family. He will be remembered as one of the best bricklayers around the county and often told others he was a "Brick-ologist". Although, with his recent decline in health, he was not able to head out to the Legion as often as he would have liked, but will be remembered by all the comrades there. In Bill’s famous words “Jen-Vay”.
Survived by devoted spouse Shirley Peter for 21 years of Hanover. Loved father of Cassie Gateman of Red Deer Alberta and Colton Gateman of Sundre, Alberta. Step father of Stacey (Anthony) Wheelus of Tennesse, Justin (Tracy) Peter and Devon Peter (Brittany) both of Kirkland Lake. Special grampa of Gabriel, Saphryn, Atlas and Stacey-lynn. Bill will be fondly remembered by his siblings Nancy Gateman of Hanover, Janice Gateman of Duncan, B.C, Susan Reddon of Hanover and Jim Gateman of Ayton. Remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his father William, brother Randy Gateman and brother in law David Reddon.
To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Celebration will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations to the Cancer Society or to the Royal Canadian Legion - Hanover are appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home.
I believe Bill bricked my house in Gobles Grove in 1977. A quiet man that did fantastic workmanship. Thanks Bill. Rest in Peace.
- Robert ThedeShirley, I’m so sorry to hear this. My condolences
- Lynda HunterShirley, the Gateman clan and extended family: Our condolences on Bill's passing. He had a rough go this past while, never pain-free. He has found peace now.
Hold the good memories close and let the love of family and friends embrace you all.
Our deepest condolences to the family . We will miss Billy very much. He is no longer suffering and in a better place.
Much love
Rick and Florence Gateman
Shirley and family, we are so sad to hear of Bill passing. He was a great fellow to have a chat and a beer with. We will miss seeing the two of you together at the legion as will many others. Cherish the memories and know we are thinking of you all.
- Wayne David SickelShirley and the Gateman families… My sincere condolences to everyone…. Billy will be missed by all… another chair is now empty, but he has taken his place with all the other Legion members that are gone to soon. RIP Billy… keep smiling
Todd and Tammy (Miller) Harris
Shirley, sending you my deepest condolences, thinking of you and your family ♥️
- Janet AhrensShirley
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Beth and Dennis Bender
Shirley to you and your family we are sorry for your loss and all of our loss as he was special and I will always think of him as a brother for 50 years of my life, I loved him and once again I feel for the loss of great bud. Say hello to wizzy and the rest brother to a later date we will meet
- Paul and Diane wilkenShirley, So sorry to about your loss, Hugs going to you the Gateman family Memories last forever ❤️🙏
- Mary Lou and Joe WettlauferSo sorry for your loss. Our condolences to Shirley and the Gateman family.
- Bob & Kathy DavisMy deepest sympathy Shirley to you and your family. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Love from Karen Elder and Liz Lapsley
Shirl, I am so sorry and lost for words, Billy was a great man and I have known him for many years with that smile always on his face and his happy go lucky personality!!! I am thinking of you and all yours and his families......BIG hugs
Love Tam
Sending condolences to Shirley and family on the loss of a great man. May your cherished memories comfort you now and in the future.
- Laurel AndrewsSorry for your loss and Bill was great neighbor
- Sandy SmithKing of the gravel...Powered by Labatts...special memories from many years ago...Rest in Peace my good friend .....
- Hugh DuncanOur deepest sympathies to Shirley and her family.
Bob and Pam Maloney
Ahhh Shirley it is with our deepest sympathies that we send hugs and love to you and your family. Please take care of yourself. If you need an ear I am here for you. Love ya coz.
- Joyce & Heather AllensenI'm so sad to hear of the passing of Billy. I have so many fond memories of get togethers in Edmonton in our younger days. I can still hear his infectious laugh - it was the best! My sincerest condolences to Nancy and family. My thoughts are with you during this time. 🙏❣️
- Cathy EvansShirley, we are sending our sincere condolences to you. Treasure all the good memories.
Ken and Linda Roseborough
Our deepest sympathy to Shirley and the Gateman family. Hold your memories close to your hearts until Bill greets you at heavens door. 🙏 🙏
- Jean and Gerald HorstShirley and family….my heartfelt condolences to all of you during such a difficult time.Hope you find peace in the days to come.. Rest peacefully Bill.
Sue Boucher
So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
- Art and Jackie CrewsOur deepest sympathy to the whole Gateman family.
Wade Eller and family
Sorry to hear of Bills passing. Shirley my deepest sympathy to you and your family .
- Jane WatchOur deepest sympathy. From Bob and Dolores (Gateman) Bohnert
- Bob and Dolores (Gateman) BohnertMy sympathies to all of Bill’s family! So sad to hear the news! I have so many fond memories of Bill and the fun we used to have as neighbors in Edmonton. Cherish the happy memories! Love you guys! 💕🙏
- RenitaSo sorry to hear about Bills passing. He was a great neighbour when he lived beside us.
- Paul and Pat HeimbeckerOur deepest sympathy to you Shirley and to your family
- Randy and Vicki (Litt) DickertShirley...,.Sincere Condolences on the passing of Bill....Hold the memories close!
He had a great sense of humor. Hugs to you!
Bob & Dale Kelly
Our sincere condolences.
Al & Lorraine Morrow
