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Robert Kunanec donated to VANKLEEK HILL & DISTRICT NATURE SOCIETY
Friday, August 9, 2019
We are deeply saddened by the loss that your family has encountered. Our condolences.
Allison & Rob
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Pat and Jacques Demers posted a condolence
Thursday, August 8, 2019
To Shirley, Cynthia, Robert,Tim and families
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere condolences to family and friends.Happy memories and the love of family and friends will comfort you and help you through this difficult time.
William will sure be missed.
Pat & Jacques Demers
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Kathleen Buckley posted a condolence
Thursday, August 8, 2019
For Shirley,family and all the Spekkens
I was truly saddened to hear about William’s death.
Please know that all the Buckley’s send their condolences.
He was very respected and loved by all.
Kathleen
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Calvin Perry uploaded photo(s)
Monday, August 5, 2019
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Calvin Perry uploaded photo(s)
Monday, August 5, 2019
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Mary Ann and Carol Tisdall posted a condolence
Friday, August 2, 2019
Dear Cynthia,
We were so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. We know this is a very sad and difficult time, and we hope and pray that you and your family will be comforted during this time of grief.
Our heartfelt condolences.
Mary Ann & Carol Tisdall
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Guus Jamin posted a condolence
Friday, August 2, 2019
My respect and condolence to a far member of the family tree from the netherlands
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Mary and Tony posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
To Paul, Andy, Els and John and families
We were so sorry to know of William’s passing and have very fond memories of him and of his family in Tenaga. We’re thinking fondly of you through this difficult time especially. Take good care.
Mary and Tony
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David Stringer posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Dear Shirley,
William has been a very dear friend for more than 47 years. We worked together on several projects at Dominion Bridge. Later we were joint-consultants on other projects. As you know, we’ve been fortunate to have been living close to you and William for many of those years so we’ve had regular contact. He has been very generous in the help he has given to me. Many people in our area have, in their garden, a stone and metal sculpture, a tree, some flowers, all thanks to the generosity of William. He was a man of great intellect and he had in-depth knowledge of many subjects. He was my best man when Michele and I were married. I think of him every day and am finding it very difficult to accept that he is no longer with us. Memories of him will live on.
Our heartfelt sympathies to you, Robert, Cynthia, Tim and to all your family.
Dave and Michele
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David Stringer pledged to donate to VANKLEEK HILL & DISTRICT NATURE SOCIETY
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
William always was an enthusiastic member of the Nature Society. He also was a great friend.
David
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julie greff donated to DIABETES CANADA
Monday, July 29, 2019
Sincere condolences to Shirley and the whole family. I remember fondly being welcomed to your house.
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Calvin Perry uploaded photo(s)
Monday, July 29, 2019
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Calvin Perry uploaded photo(s)
Monday, July 29, 2019
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Calvin Perry posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2019
Dear Shirley and Family - It was with great sadness that I heard the news of William’s passing. My acquaintance with him was through the Durham Woodworking Club, and he had become a personal friend that I had great respect for. He was truly a dedicated club member and he will be missed deeply. He contributed greatly to the club. He had in-depth knowledge on all aspects of woodworkers and was willing to share it with his fellow members. He had a volunteer’s heart and stepped up to the plate to help in so many ways. His last project was on a team building Turtle Basking Boxes for Central Lakes Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA). His design was adopted and used extensively. I added a few pictures to show his skill.
At this time of sorrow I pray for God’s abiding presence and sustaining strength as you journey the days ahead.
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Lana Barnes posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2019
Dear Shirley, Cynthia, Robert and Tim,
We are so sorry to hear of William’s passing. We have many fond memories of times our families spent together. Doug just reminisced about the time he was digging up our septic and William came over and showed him that he was about 4 feet off and he had already dug down 6 feet. Thank you William he would have dug to China. Lol. Wonderful neighbours for 20 years. ❤️
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time. Sending hugs.
The Barnes,
Lana, Doug, Jennifer and Brianna.
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Doug Ricketts posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2019
William is fondly remembered by his friends at Durham Woodworking Club. He was very creative and a community minded contributor. Sincere condolences to his family at this time.
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Maxime Cloutier posted a condolence
Sunday, July 28, 2019
To Shirly and family,
I met you, Shirly, and William only a few times at the Nature Society gatherings. But this is enough to know what a great person William was. I will miss him. Please accept my condolences. I am sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral celebration.
Maxime Cloutier
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anne and George Sebris planted a tree in memory of William Spekkens
Saturday, July 27, 2019
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Robert & Marilyn Allore posted a condolence
Friday, July 26, 2019
Most sincere condolences and fond memories of a friend and the most interesting dinner guest we've ever had the pleasure of having in our home.
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Anne Marie & Stephen Farnworth posted a condolence
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Dear Shirley,
We are so sorry for your loss. William's role as husband, father and then grandfather brought him much joy. He was always so proud of his family. Our prayers are with you, Tim, Cynthia, Robert and their families.
Take care,
Anne Marie & Stephen Farnworth
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Jenifer and Rob Cepella posted a condolence
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Dear Tim,
We are so sorry to hear of your sad news - such a loss.
Reading about your father leaves one thinking that he was truly a renaissance man. Not only was he a man of intellect but a person who used this gift to pursue his interests in the arts and science. His photo in his obituary strikes one of a vibrant, independent, man.
Tim, we are sorry for your loss and its tragedy to your family.
Warmest personal regards,
Jenifer and Rob.
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Elaine Ratcliffe and Andre Dessureault posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Dear Shirley Tim and family,
We are so shocked and saddened to hear of William's passing. It was lovely catching up with Tim tonight.
William was a very special man, and I will always remember him fondly as I gaze upon 11 oaks and the water front gardens.
I do often think of you folks when I look at all my jumbo hostas (William gave me!!)
Peace, love and solace to you and yours,
Your old neighbors, Elaine Andre, "the noisy boys" Sam, Tom and Ben, Virginia ( XO), Filbert, Lily and Gonzo
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Rosa uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
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Your tulip garden!
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Rosa posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
My condolences to you, Shirley, and the family. Please take care of yourselves.
Rosa
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Lina Genghini posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. I didn't know William all that well but I worked at Dominion Bridge with him and I know he was highly respected and appreciated. Even if he had no clue who I was, we met on several occasions at DB Christmas get-togethers. It always struck me that he was so poised, so gentle, and so unassuming, but the moment you spoke to him, you knew this man was highly intellectual on many levels. Too bad I never got to know him more than I did, surely my loss. And your gain for having had him in your lives; I'm sure you're all better for it.
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Peggi Calder posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Hello, Shirley and family;
I was so shocked to hear of William's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. He was such an avid supporter of the Vankleek Hill and District Nature Society. I always admired his enthusiasm and abilities. Thinking of you all.
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The family of William Spekkens uploaded a photo
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
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