Surrounded by his family at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Wednesday, June 13th, 2018 of Hensall in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Toni Brand. Loving father of Jean and Shawn Arnold of Newmarket, Denise and Bill Hazelwood of Waterloo, Peter and Susana Brand of Kitchener, and Linda and Craig Millar of Hensall. Proud grandpa of Alex, Brendan; Aaron, Cameron, Maeghan, Caitlyn; Leah, Abby; Nicole and Allison. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Sister Marie Brand, John and Margaret Brand, Adrian Brand, Gilbert and Anne Brand, Paul and Mary Brand, and Corrie Kehoe. Predeceased by his brothers Jack, Goff, Case and Martin, sisters-in-law Dini, Cor, Ruth and brother-in-law Pat. Bill will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, and the Van Schyndel family.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street North, Zurich on Sunday evening from 6-8 PM. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, 22 Mary St, Zurich on Monday, June 18 at 11 AM with Fr. Matthew George, Presiding. Interment St. Boniface Cemetery, Bronson Line, Zurich. Parish prayers and a Knights of Columbus service will take place in the funeral home on Sunday afternoon at 5:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation – Palliative Care or the St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church – Building Fund would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Jamie &Barb Caldwell
Dear Linda. & Craig and family, so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jeanne van Houtum, Nederland
Condoleances from the Van Houtum Dobbelsteen family. We have good memories of Bill. We all think of Toni and wish her strength.
Thea and Richard Byrd van Houtum, Ria van der Spank (Piet van Houtum), Mien and Ad Potters van Houtum, Hein and Bets van Houtum, Gerard and Marlies van Driel (Bertha), Jeanne and Hans Rooseboom Van Houtum, Ria en Fred van den Berg van Houtum, Kees and Marianne van Houtum, Petra en Jan Rodenhuis van Houtum, Nico van Houtum.
Wayne and Fran Kuntz
Dear Toni and family,
Our heartfelt condolences with the passing of Bill. Also, our sympathies with the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. What a blessed long life; cherish your many memories.
Also, our sincere condolences to Bill’s siblings and in-laws.
Wayne and Fran
Linda Traquair
Dear Linda, Craig, Nicole, Allison and Brand family,
Sending condolences on the passing of your Dad & Grandpa . Wishing you all the peace that comes with a life well lived and loved. May those happy memories comfort you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Jerry & Linda Traquair
Paul Anstett
Dear Toni and Family, we are saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. I have many great memories of visiting the home farm as a youngster and working for Bill & you on the farm. May he rest easy in the arms of the Lord. Condolences also to Sister Marie, John and Margaret, Adrian , Gilbert and Anne, Paul and Mary, and Corrie.
Paul & Beth Anstett
Laura Overholt
To the entire Brand Family my deepest condolence. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Owen Moriarty
Condolences on the loss of your husband and father.
Wendy Heimrich
My condolences with the loss of a husband, father and grandfather. May you find peace and know he is at peace. Treasure the memories!
Peter Holubowsky
So sorry to hear about Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Remember the good times we had on the farm and in Winona. Peter and Dora.
Clayton and Jane Groves
Toni and family and the whole Brand family: Over the years we had so many enjoyable chats and business dealings with Your families. Bill was always cheery, even through his health issues. We have the greatest respect for the Brand family, Toni. Our sincere sympathy. Clayton and Jane.
Jim De Zorzi
My condolences to the family from the Sir Knights of Bishop Crinnon Assembly in Lucan
Jim De Zorzi, Faithful Navigator
Karen Dickins
My condolences to the family, May your memories carry you through the dark days.
Sue Riley
Always loved talking to Bill! Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe&Marilyn Dewan
Sorry to see Bill Has Left you Toni and your family which he love dearly so proud of all the grandchilden but you and I know he is in Heaven Now. Marilyn and I can not be part of the great celabrion this Weekend God Rest His Soul. I always in joy my visit with Bill when i could get Hensell. Joe & Marilyn Dewan PS Look after your self Toni God Bless.
Mary Ann Craner
Dear Toni and Family
So sorry to hear about Bill.
Your family was so kind to my Dad when Mom passed and I will remember that always.
Take Care.
Doris Wragg
My deepest sympathy is going to you Linda, Craig, Nicole and Allie . My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Losing your dad is very hard to do but try and remember all the great times and his strong will . Hugsss Doris
Sue Szpara
Toni & Family, My deepest sympathies in the passing of Bill. I remember meeting Bill at the Knight’s/ Mason,s bonspiel in Vanastra many years ago. I would always look out for you 2 at any Kight’s function and would always make a point of coming over to say Hello.
Cliff & Belinda
Our condolences to you Denise and your family. Our thoughts are with you xo
Frank (passed) Eileen & Greg Potter
Condolences to Tony and all the Brand family . Bill and Paul helped us so much in our time of need when my father was hurt in a farm accident . This man will be sorely missed .If a role model is needed he would be the steps to follow in. Once again a great man too have known.
Mies Family from the Netherlands
Toni, Peter and family,
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Bill. A short while ago we had several Skype conferences between the Canada and the Netherlands to share old stories from the past. My dad and the rest of the Mies Family had a lot of memories to share in which will be greatly missed.
Kind Regards,
Sjack and the rest of the Mies Family
Paul, Ricki Holubowsky
We have many fond memories…..First the trips to Winona! I don’t know if Bill or Gilbert knew the road better but Bill always said he had the shortest route and Gilbert claimed the fastest time!
Later on we had pleasant visits to the Farm. As fellow farmers we could appreciate the hard work and the enthusiasm. he had. The results were there for all of us to appreciate. Bill was a good father and always caring for family and everyone.Bill was an advocate for a good Christian life. He left that for all of us.
Our sincere condolences to Toni and Family. May he rest in peace.
Don & Charlene Oesch
Toni and family. Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Bill. He was a man of strong character and faith. Our prayers are with you all.
Randy Banks
Condolences from Rev. Randy Banks, Brucefield Community United Church who got to know Bill when I visited his roommate Lloyd Cooper. I enjoyed our many conversations and was privileged to learn a lot about his life and the health-related issues he experienced and overcame.
Greg & Brenda Dayman
Linda, Craig & Family
Sorry to see the passing of your Dad….may your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Your Work Family xo
Denise and family,
We wish to extend our deepest condolences to you during this very difficult time.
George & Brenda Couckuyt
Sad to learn of Bill’s passing. I will miss seeing him at Queensway. He watched out for my mom like a big brother.
Always a smile and a witty remark.
Alvin Taylor
Toni and Family
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.
Alvin/ Marilyn Taylor
Kim Mckay
Linda, Craig and family
My deepest condolences in the loss of your Dad. I hope your fond memories help you through such a sorrowful time.
Rose Erb
Sincere condolences to Toni and family. I will miss talking dutch with him and sharing our droppies.
Margaret (Skov) Caldwell
Gilbert and Anne, John and Margaret: Sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother. He will be missed by many.
Carol Dixon
Toni and family. My sincere condolences to you on the loss of your loved one. Carol
Dianna Hardy
So many memories of learning to drive the pick up truck at the farm, the aftermath of the tornado, the new barn, driving tractor on the hilly fields.. all comes back. Picking berries in the bush, calling the cows in for milking… I would not have these memories if it weren’t for Uncle Bill’s farming days. Uncle Bill was a good example of never giving up, persevering, and providing. He’ll be missed. Condolences to all the family.
Dianne Skinner
To Linda and Craig and family Sorry for the loss of Dad you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Tamara Heimrich
My condolences to you and your family. He will be dearly missed.❤️
Susan Windle
Dear Linda, Craig, Ali and Nicole. So sorry to hear of the death of your beloved Dad and Grampa. I met him on many occasions when we were next door neighbours .and he was the nicest of men.
Susan and Christy Joy
Chuck and Barb Dalrymple
I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Just talked to Toni and asked how Bill was doing. So sad that I didn’t get in to see him. He was a wonderful man to know -always smiling and joking with us at the Post Office. I know you will have wonderful memories of your time together. Our sympathy to you and all the family. Barb and Chuck
Carol Somerville
Linda and family:
Sending my sincere sympathy to you at this sad and difficult time.
Rose and Richard Rader
Toni and Linda and families: So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our sincere sympathies to all.
Brenda Palsa
Linda and family my sincerest condolences- Bill was a great man, a great presence, a giant of a man but a most gentle and funny soul- he will be missed
Evelyn Vincent
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We will miss him at Queensway, especially Sim.
May God grant peace and comfort to each of you.
Brian & Lynda Sanders
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing Our sympathy to you Linda & all your family Big hugs Brian & Lynda Sanders
Cate MacLean (aka Cathy VanNinhuys)
My deepest condolences to the Brand family. Bill was a wonderful guy and a great farmer. He is remembered fondly.
Pete and Deb Timmermans and family
Sincere condolences from Pete and Deb Timmermans and family…….