In Celebration of

William Collett

May 7, 1937 - May 8, 2018

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at age 81. Cherished husband of 50 years to Gail. Loving father of Andrew (Helen) Collett, Heather Collett and Katie (Steve) Gray. Proud Papa of Hannah, Michael and Hayden. Dear brother of the late James (Margaret) and the late Shirley (late Alex) Holland. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W. (East of the Jane subway) on Sunday from 2 until 5 PM. Funeral Service will be held at Kingsway Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 1 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca

Guestbook

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Lesley Richardson (Friend)

Entered May 10, 2018 from Barrie

So sorry to read of Mr. Collett’s passing. I have many fond memories of him on the beach throwing the stick into the water as his beloved dogs went out and played catch. As well as helping him out at Eddie Bauer as he shopped for his employees holiday gifts. Always a smile, always a story, deeply missed. My deepest condolences. Lesley

Alison Holder (Friend)

Entered May 12, 2018 from London

Dear Katie, I'm so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was an extraordinary man - kind, warm, so interested in other people. I have fond memories of our trip to Jamaica and visits to your cottage with him. Lots of love to you all. Al

Margaret Renton (Friend)

Entered May 12, 2018 from 25 Hastings Ave. Woodland Beach

My late husband, Stephen Renton, was a high school friend of Bill’s. Along with Mark Butler we had great memories of time spent with Bill at Billy’s Shack at Edmore Beach before the cottage was built there by Bill’s father.
Great games of Scrabble, trips to Greasy Frank’s for wonderful hamburgers, days spent in the sun on the beach.
He was a great friend! Wonderful memories!
In his later years when he worked at Grand and Toy he became acquainted with my son, Glen, who also worked there.
My sympathy to the Collett family!
Margaret Renton

The McAvoy family (friends)

Entered May 12, 2018 from Markland Wood

Dear Katie, Steve and Hayden:
We are so very sorry for the loss of Katie's father. We care about you, and I am praying that God will help you through what must be a very difficult time.
Fondly, Lisa, Derek, Robbie and Reid

Angie Marion (Friend)

Entered May 12, 2018 from Midland

Thinking of you all! I wish I had of known your Dad. Since I met Vince, he has always told me what a wonderful and kind man he was. He will be missed. Love Angie

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