William

William "Bill" Whitehead

William "Bill" Whitehead, of Hanover, passed away at The Village Senior's Community, Hanover on Friday, December 16, 2022. 

Born in Hanover on April 22, 1941 to the late Stewart and Irene (nee Priebe) Whitehead. Bill was employed for over 38 years with Hanover Kitchens. He was a hard worker and enjoyed all his co-workers and friendships he made over the years there. A proud member of the IWA (International Woodworkers Association). Bill was a caring man and loved to talk to people and had a great love for animals. He always put his family first. His favourite pastime was keeping his car clean. He loved driving and sitting on his porch talking to his family and many friends with his fur baby by his side. He had a great love for the Town of Hanover and was quite the Historian. He was a former member of the Streetiques and St. John’s Ambulance – Hanover.

Survived by his devoted wife Marg (nee Egi) Whitehead of Hanover, beloved daughter Kim (Alan) Thomson of Brockton. Proud grandpa of Jarrett Thomson  (Kristal) of Kenilworth and Bailey (Ryan) Donnelly of Walkerton. Bill will be missed by his fur baby “Miley” and remembered by his sister Betty (Mel) Weick of Hanover.

Private family visitation was held at Mighton Funeral Home. A private family Inurnment was held in Hanover Cemetery. Cremation has taken place.

Memorial donations to the St. John's Ambulance - Hanover or to the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter were appreciated as expressions of sympathy.  Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.




Public Condolences

Marg , I just learned of Bill's passing + I am sorry. When I think of him I see a smiling friendly , kind + happy man who always stopped to talk + inquire about your well-being.
I always enjoyed those chats๐Ÿ’•
He always put a smile on my face.

- Jackie Gilbank
January 5, 2023

Dear Marg and family

Our condolences on the passing of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Emelia Hartman and family

- Laurie Hill
January 2, 2023

Marg and family.. Sharing your sadness at this difficult time. Enjoyed many chats with Bill while working with him at Hanover Kitchens during the 23 years I was in the office. Such a kind and special person..he will be missed.

- Sheila Campbell
January 1, 2023

Our sincere condolences to the Whitehead family.R.I.P Bill,your journey is complete.The Brown family.

- Shirley Brown/Morley
December 30, 2022

Our condolence to Mag and family. Bill was a special friend! I worked many years with him at Hanover Kitchens and always remember his sense of humor and his love for a can of Coke. My dad always remembered him for his love of coke, dad always told the story of when they worked at Swifts together if Bill was not working you could always find him by the coke machine.

- Dennis Edwards
December 24, 2022

Dear Marg, Kim, Alan and family
Our deepest condolences on the passing of a husband, father and grandfather.
Always enjoyed talking with Bill whenever I saw him. He always had a smile and kind word for everyone. RIP Bill. Hugs and prayers to you all.

- Al and Marg Martin
December 22, 2022

Marg, This has not been great year for a lot of us who have lost loved ones. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Rest assured that Bill will be remembered by all of us who ever met him.. Richard.

- Richard Gerhardt
December 22, 2022

We are terribly sorry to hear of Bill's passing we worked together for a number of years and he was always an enjoyable co-worker.

- Steve & Debbie Friest
December 21, 2022

Kim Al & family
Sorry to hear of you dad's passing.
Remember all the goodness in your lives because of him & comfort each other with those thoughts.
Doug & Ann

- Doug & Ann Reid
December 21, 2022

Condolence from june whitehead Earl Greenbush jim beirnes

- June whitehead beirnes earl
December 21, 2022

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.
Our thoughts & prayers to you Marg & family.
Bill was a kind man & loved chatting with him.

- Maurice LeBlanc
December 21, 2022

Sorry , to hear of Bill's passing , he was great .person

- Larry Weber
December 20, 2022

My sincere condolences to marg and family...bill was a good friend....Al always enjoyed their days together.......bill will be missed........thoughts and prayers are with you........... hugs joan k

- Joan L Kaufman
December 20, 2022

so sorry for your loss Marg and Kim Bill was a great guy he will be missed you have our deepest sympathy

- Scott & Karin -Brenda Dirstein
December 20, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to you Marg and your family... Ron's dad George was a brother to Steward Whitehead

- Ron & Marlene Whitehead
December 20, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Whitehead families.
My mom was a sister to Stewart and George.
Her name was Pearl.

- Penny Mulvey
December 20, 2022

May Bill Rest in peace

- Lorne Wm.Weber
December 20, 2022

Marg & Family
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing.
Our condolences to the family.
Bill was a very nice man to chat with.
Cherish the memories...they will help with the healing process.
Bob & Kathy Davis

- Bob & Kathy Davis
December 20, 2022

Our sincere condolences . We have so many fond memories of Bill. Thinking of you all.

- Paul,Shelley,Lauren,Cameron and Courtney
December 20, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you Marg and your family
Darlene Hastie

- Darlene Hastie
December 20, 2022

Marg and Family
Our sincere condolences to you all at this time of Bill's passing. Dave had many good times working with Bill years back at Kitchens. He also looked forward to meeting Bill at times while shopping in Hanover--they had their chats.
This is a sad time for you all and we have you in our thoughts. Cherish all the great memories of Bill....he will always be in your hearts.
Dave and Bonnie

- Dave & Bonnie Rehkopf
December 20, 2022

So sorry to hear the passing of Bill was a great person husband father and grandfather will be missed dearly by all ๐Ÿ™

- Jane coulson
December 19, 2022

Thinking of you Marg and Family at this difficult time. Treasure all your fond memories of Bill
Paul & Carol

- Paul & Carol Koebel
December 19, 2022

Very sad to read of this. Bill and I go back a long long way- off and on- in town to 1957/58.
Am going to miss his catching me up on all the latest town news.
Sincerest condolences to all Bill's family.
john hallman

- john hallman
December 19, 2022

My condolences to Marg and family at this sad time. You are in our prayers.. Remember the good times you had and cherish all your memories. Gloria and family.

- Gloria Chesney
December 19, 2022

Marg, Kim and family.
My condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

- Sherry Byers Juniper
December 19, 2022




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123 10th Street
Hanover, Ontario N4N 1N4
Phone: 519-364-3660
 
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