WILLIAM (BILL) HOUSTON

Condolences & Memories (30 entries)

• Kelly and Christie, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Your dad was always so friendly and had such a warm prescence. My deepest sympathies are with you. Thoughts, prayers & hugs of support during this difficult time, Arleigh Hrycaiko-Assié - Posted by: Arleigh Hrycaiko-Assié (Childhood friends with Kelly) on: May 04, 2014

• It was such an honor to know Bill if even for a short time, I too can still hear his strong and cheerful voice, full of love, joy and a robust enthusiasm for life. His love for all of his family shone through in every interaction I ever had with Bill. May he continue to watch over you all in spirit as he did in life. - Posted by: Cathy Lund (Friend of the family) on: Apr 25, 2014

• I met Bill when both his children and mine were in the Manitoba Marlins Swim Club. Bill contributed a lot of time and energy to club activies and made every effort to ensure that all members of the club enjoyed the experience. I very much enjoyed the time I spent with Bill and have many good memories. - Posted by: John Gabel () on: Apr 25, 2014

• A DAD to many. He always kept the door open, had a strong hand shake and a very big heart. He be missed. We are so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Cathy-Ann and Tim () on: Apr 24, 2014

• After a career of 34 years in sales at Canada Packers, I first met Bill when He and Don Phillips hired me in sales at Preferred Meats, where I worked for 12 years before retiring. Both of us being in the same business for so long, we always had many people and stories to reminisce about and even though we didn't hang out together after work, we shared many personal family and life experiences over the years, becoming very good friends. Bill was very intelligent, patient and always had a very calming effect on any crisis, no matter what. On behalf of my wife Lorraine, and myself, our prayers and thoughts are with all the Houston Family and friends. I will miss Bill's lighthearted teasing and memories of him will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Dennis Bayko (Friend and Former Employee) on: Apr 24, 2014

• Sorry to hear of your loss Meg! We are all thinking of you! - Posted by: louise rawluk (coworker meg houston) on: Apr 23, 2014

• We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Sending you our deepest condolences ...... Lori Beggs (Beaman) and Dawn Cooper (Beaman) - Posted by: Lori (Friend) on: Apr 23, 2014

• I have known Bill for over 30 years. He was at East West Packers as manager and after opening up their business Preferred Meats, he became our landlord and we worked side by side for 15 years. Always smiling, always happy. If there was ever a better landlord he would be the guy. Our deepest condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, from the Berndsen's (Fleisher Meats) - Posted by: Corry Berndsen and Family (Business relationship) on: Apr 23, 2014

• My dear friend Kim, I am so sorry to have heard of the passing of your father. My heart felt condolences go to you and your family. Carrie Chick - Posted by: Carrie Chick (Friend of Kimberly) on: Apr 23, 2014

• Don, Kit, Blake, Sarah. So sorry for you loss...Let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow... - Posted by: Michelle Anseeuw () on: Apr 23, 2014

• Christie & Kelly I remember meeting your Dad for the 1st time and I remember thinking how happy your Mother was in his presence. Living away from Winnipeg I never got to spend a lot of time with any of you but I do remember that every time I did see them I would continue to see and feel how truly happy they were together. Love to you and yours! I will be there in spirit tomorrow. - Posted by: Deb Cygman (Cousin in law) on: Apr 22, 2014

• I met Bill for the first time when he came to Antigua on vacation with his family at Club Antigua. He took to me and always give me a good greeting with a big smile and I can still hear his voice. My last memories of Bill was on his 70th birthday were he spend it with his entire family at Jolly Beach were I first met him back them it was called Club Antigua. I was invited to spend a evening meal with him and his family which I so enjoyed a memory I will always cherish you were so kind and considerate Bill a true gentleman indeed and a true friend. - Posted by: Dwayne Thomas (Friend) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Bill was a remarkable family man, and always made me feel like I belonged whenever I saw him. He will be greatly missed. All my love goes out to Meg, Will, and the entire Houston family *huge hugs* - Posted by: Tammy Herntier (friend of Meg ) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Bill was a truly amazing man. The love he had for his family shone like a beacon, and the kindness and generosity he showed to those who knew him was a wonder to behold. We are thankful to have been able to meet such a great man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all who loved him. - Posted by: Karen and Bill Friesen (past neighbour to Kelly) on: Apr 22, 2014

• I am very sorry for your loss Houston Family! Bill was a true gem! Loved people unconditionally and loved life. My heart breaks for you all. Take comfort knowing he made the earth a nicer, gentler and kinder place to live. - Posted by: Laurie Elias (Curry) (Friend of the family) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Bill and Diane were our dearest friends and we shared lots of memories, laughter and tears. There will not be a day that goes by that we will not think of Bill and his incredible smile and friendship. We will miss him everyday. Love to all. - Posted by: CONNIE & DICK FOSTER AND FAMILY (dearest family friends) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Bill and Diane were both incredible friends and family. We shared amazing memories, laughter and tears. We were blessed to have such a great friend like Bill in our lives. There is no amount of time that will go by where Bill will not always be in our hearts and thoughts. - Posted by: Connie, Dick Foster and Family (dear family friend) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Kim, Donald, Kit, Joan, Bob, Carole and Doug and all Bill's family We have such wonderful memories of Bill and Margaret, as well as Bill and Mary. Hope your memories will carry you through this sad time. We will drink a toast to him. - Posted by: Leigh and brian hilton (Old friends ) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Sending our heartfelt condolences to Christie, Kyle, Ashley and Liam and all the Houston Family. Bill was really a gentleman - also a gentle man. It was an honour to know him. Blaine Klatt and Dana & Kevin Cook. - Posted by: Blaine Klatt (Friend) on: Apr 22, 2014

• My deepest sympathy to you and your family - Posted by: Linda Labossiere (Don is my manager) on: Apr 22, 2014

• So sad to learn of you Dad/brother's passing. Our thoughts go out to you Kim, Don, Joan and Carole. Our memories started with Bill and myself sharing carpools to University in 1962. We shared many good times over the years after university as well. Since we left Winnipeg in 1996 our meetings were very few, however, I will remember Bill (your Dad) for his sense of humour, his leadership qualities (as Senior Stick at St. Johns College) and his loyalty to friends and family. Tom & Diane Boyd - Posted by: Tom & DianTdddddT (f) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Met Bill for the first time when he was sitting at a desk in the old Presswood Pork plant on Maybank in Toronto with Barry Meher, Trading Pork Cuts for Swifts. Then again when I moved to Winnipeg in 1973 when he was at East West Packers. Good to work with. - Posted by: Peter J Gall (Business) on: Apr 22, 2014

• All my sympathies to all of Bill's family. I am sorry that Bill and I never kept in touch after I moved away from Winnipeg, but I have great childhood memories of "cousin time" together, especially our Christmas dinners and playing with Taffy, the Houston family's lovely golden spaniel. Bill (and his sisters) were always so kind and friendly to the "little cousin" -- which was me. I know he'll be much missed by many! - Posted by: Barb McLintock (Bill's cousin ) on: Apr 22, 2014

• My sincere sympathy to you & your family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Wendy Wood (Retired Co-worker of Kim) on: Apr 22, 2014

• My deepest condolences to all of you. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. All of you will live on with the legacy that he left you. Take care of each other. - Posted by: Evelyne Goupil (Friend/coworker of Kim) on: Apr 22, 2014

• Bill was such a great neighbour. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Sincerely George & Lee Marion - Posted by: Lee Marion (Friend) on: Apr 21, 2014

• Don, Kit, Blake and Sarah Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time and also to the rest of your family and friends as well. - Posted by: The Millers (Friends) on: Apr 21, 2014

• Kyle and Christy we are sending you our deepest sympathy and trust that your memories will help you through this most difficult time. Sincerely, Uncle Jim and Aunty Arlene - Posted by: Jim and Arlene Love () on: Apr 21, 2014

• The first time I met Bill it was a pretty stress full time I was meeting Diane's family for the first time. Bill was so loving he gave me a big hug and said welcome to the family he gave such great hugs. Even though time has pass I knew I could call him and he was always there to listen. To the family I'm so sorry for your loss he was a great dad grandfather and friend. Love to you all Ginny - Posted by: Ginny Brice () on: Apr 21, 2014

• Bill was such a great person to work for you almost didn't consider him your boss. My sympathies to all his family. - Posted by: Patti Vickers (employee) on: Apr 21, 2014