Bill Petch passed away peacefully at Chapman House Residential Hospice, in Owen Sound, on Sunday August 18, 2024. William Frederick Petch at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Linda (nee Howard) for over 53 years. Devoted father of Andrea Petch and her husband Adrian Strilchuk, of Cambridge, and Whitney Petch and her husband Jason Fedorchuk, of Regina. Cherished grandfather of Natalie, Liam, Gabrial, Eric, Alexandria, and Will. Dear brother of Darlene (Robert Donaldson) and Bonnie (George Spence), both of Hamilton, Donna (Wayne Boyd), of Wiarton, and Melody Petch, of Sarnia; and brother-in-law of Laurie Howard, of Brantford. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, William and Bernice; sister, Ann (James MacDonald); and brother-in-law, Paul Howard. Family wish to express their appreciation to the staff of Paramed, the Wiarton Hospital, and Chapman House for the wonderful care provided to Bill. Family invites you to a memorial gathering at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Friday October 18, 2024 from 1-3 PM, with a Time of Sharing at 2 o’clock. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Date of Funeral
October 18, 2024
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Vivian MacDonald says
August 21, 2024 at 3:44 pmLinda and family – I am very sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. I have fond memories of the Petch kids visiting us on the farm. Ann was a horse lover and we all had a lot of fun. Please pass my thoughts on to the rest of the family.
Vivian (Hardman) MacDonald
Glenda Jamieson says
August 21, 2024 at 6:24 pmLinda and family. I am very saddened that Bill has passed. I will miss seeing him on his walks and our regular chats. Everyone in the neighbourhood knew Bill and he will lol be greatly missed❤️❤️❤️
Barb and Bill Bartley says
August 21, 2024 at 10:49 pmSo very sorry for your loss Donna -Wayne and family! I never knew your Dad, Donna, but losing the first man you ever loved – is ❤️🩹 . . Sending our deepest sympathy
Judy Book says
August 23, 2024 at 9:36 amSorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a great neighbour. He will be missed by all of us as we loved it when he stopped in to say hello. Best wishes Linda and family.
Doug and Judy Book
Sue Given says
August 25, 2024 at 1:17 pmLinda and family.
Sorry to hear Ithis news. Thinking of you ❤️
Christian Capes says
August 26, 2024 at 3:34 pmMy condolences to the familly in these difficult times.
Lenora Clark says
August 29, 2024 at 5:20 pmMy sincere condolences to the entire family. I have fond memories of working with Bill at the Mar store back in the 80s! Keeping you in thought and prayer.
Neil & Barbara Buck says
September 17, 2024 at 8:45 pmDeepest Sympathy to all of the Petch family on the very sad loss of Bill. We have very fond memories of him. He was such a caring and kind man. Rest in Peace Bill.
Rob and Lorie McKee says
September 18, 2024 at 12:31 amLinda, deepest sympathy for you. We have such fun memories of sharing time with Bill. He was fun to just hang out with, but we laughed a lots golfing with him. Sadler missed.
Firooz Khosravi says
October 18, 2024 at 8:55 amOur condolences to Bill’s family. We had the pleasure of getting to know Bill when he walked into our property and introduced himself and we loved him ever since. We will miss his visits and most importantly his sense of humour and the big smile that always accompanied him.
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