Bill was diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm 4 years ago and was closely monitored as it grew in size. A few months ago it was decided that an operation was needed to repair it. Knowing that he was going into hospital, we had a wonderful early Christmas dinner with the family on Sunday December 4th and Bill was his usual happy and generous self.
We were all full of optimism on the morning of the 5th and were expecting to see him that evening, sat up in bed with a drink in his hand and a smile on his face.
Sadly, it wasn’t meant to be. Although complications meant that he was in the operating theatre for 12 hours, not once did his heart give up. The medical team battled valiantly to save him but he never regained consciousness and passed away peacefully with his wife and children at his side later that night.
The Humanist funeral will take place at Amersham Crematorium on December 15th at 1PM, and a chance for everyone to gather and celebrate the life of this amazing man at the Barn Club, Marlow Bottom from 3PM. Bill was never a fan of dark, sombre clothing so please help us to brighten things up with some colour.
We’d like close family flowers only please but we’d encourage you to follow in in Bill’s generous footsteps and make a donation to the RSPB, the Woodland Trust or a charity of your choice.
I’m sure you all have some very happy memories of Bill and we’d love to hear them. We’ve added the Remembering Bill page for you to share your thoughts and memories with everyone.
Doreen, Jez and Adi