Bill's sharp-eyed skills as mid-upper gunner on my father's bomber aircrew meant that the whole crew survived their tours and came back to families waiting at home. Thanks Bill. Donald Patterson (Junior)

Sorry to hear of your loss. I sure enjoyed reading the account of Bills life. Will see you around.

So sorry to hear of the loss of another really good guy. Always a smile and kind words. Norm and Chris Boivin.

Our sincere condolences Bob, Bill, and Bonnie. Your dad was a wonderful man and lived a life of service, both for his Country and his community. Loved living next door for so many years. Take comfort with the beautiful legacy he has left behind. Sharon Costley (Paul)

Sending my deepest sympathies to Bob, Bill, Bonny and families. Absolutely loved your Dad and have so many fond memories growing up with your family as our neighbours - sleepovers, camping trips, Bonny and I performing Beatles "concerts" for our parents in your basement, falling in love with all your poodles. Your Dad was such a gentleman and it was always a pleasure to see him at the Storm games. Bill was the definition of a life well lived❤️. Sending love and hugs to you all as you say goodbye to your Dad. Linda Perkins (Paul).

Deepest condolences Bill , your dad was a pleasure to know , I so enjoyed the visits with him at the Legion , he will be missed.

Bill was a wonderful man and very caring. I worked with Bill and he became very special person in my heart. He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace Bill.

My sincere condolences to Bills family. I enjoyed a few chats with Bill when I was visiting the care center. My mother was there also. He was always ready to engage in conversation with a smile. He was a lovely man. Rest in Peace Bill.❤️

Oh, wow. So sad, the last of the old boys. It was great seeing your dad at aunty Ella's 100th. Bless you all. Hugs from Kerry King (Bloomfield)

Awww. He was such an icon in our community. I loved listening to him at the Storm games. Him and Gord Bloomfield always had and ongoing commentary going. Reminded me of the old guys on the Muppets❤️ A life well lived. My sympathies to the family. Erna Moon

I had the honor of spending a lot of time with Bill, mostly on the golf course. Bill, my grandpa Gordon and Bill Simpson were quite the crew out there and I have a lifetime of memories from those days. Bill was such a kind gentleman and a good friend. My sincere condolences to the family.

Bill was such a great guy, truly a Grande Prairie character. We will all miss him. Darlene Repka-Smith

Growing up in GP; Uncle Bill was always there for us and part of our lives. We loved visiting him later when in town and look up to him as our very own war hero. Rest in Peace Uncle Bill, we love you.

To the Bessent Family; Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Bill. We always enjoyed our conversations with him. Such a nice man and he will be missed. Dale & Jacki Gobin, Cochrane AB

Big hugs Bonny and family, so sorry for the loss of your Dad and a Grandpa. He was such a special person. When we moved to GP, Bill accepted us as his family and our kids called him Grandpa. He will always be Grandpa Bill to us and when we think of him, we will cherish the memories, always with a smile. Rest easy, Grandpa Bill xo Love from Sharon, Roy, Keegan and Brenna Campbell of Cochrane AB

A kind and gentle man. Enjoyed our talks over the years at Storm hockey games. He was one of Grande Prairie's Legends! Going to miss that man! Don Moon

I had the pleasure of meeting you, Bill, in 2014. You shared about your experiences, from your brother to boxing back all those years ago in the 30s.... you and your son, whom introduced us, were true gentlemen. You had a full life, including service for your country. Thank you for making the world a better place, I much enjoyed our brief time together, and I trust you are catching up with your brother now..

Deepest condolences Bonnie ,Jerit , and Allison So sorry to hear of your loss Wendi