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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.
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 chats💕
He always put a smile on my face.
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
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 CampbellOur sincere condolences to the Whitehead family.R.I.P Bill,your journey is complete.The Brown family.
- Shirley Brown/MorleyOur 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 EdwardsDear 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.
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 GerhardtWe 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 FriestKim 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
Condolence from june whitehead Earl Greenbush jim beirnes
- June whitehead beirnes earlSo sorry to hear of Bill's passing.
Our thoughts & prayers to you Marg & family.
Bill was a kind man & loved chatting with him.
Sorry , to hear of Bill's passing , he was great .person
- Larry WeberMy 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 Kaufmanso sorry for your loss Marg and Kim Bill was a great guy he will be missed you have our deepest sympathy
- Scott & Karin -Brenda DirsteinOur deepest sympathy to you Marg and your family... Ron's dad George was a brother to Steward Whitehead
- Ron & Marlene WhiteheadOur thoughts and prayers are with the Whitehead families.
My mom was a sister to Stewart and George.
Her name was Pearl.
May Bill Rest in peace
- Lorne Wm.WeberMarg & 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
Our sincere condolences . We have so many fond memories of Bill. Thinking of you all.
- Paul,Shelley,Lauren,Cameron and CourtneyMy thoughts and prayers are with you Marg and your family
Darlene Hastie
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
So sorry to hear the passing of Bill was a great person husband father and grandfather will be missed dearly by all 🙏
- Jane coulsonThinking of you Marg and Family at this difficult time. Treasure all your fond memories of Bill
Paul & Carol
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
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 ChesneyMarg, Kim and family.
My condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
