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WILLIAM A. (BILL) TODD
Born: Jul 04, 1930
Date of Passing: Aug 11, 2021
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WILLIAM A. (BILL) TODD
July 4, 1930 – August 11, 2021
He will be deeply missed by his wife Ruth; his son Brett (Joan) and their daughters, Dana and Brynn; his son Bart (Dana) and their daughter Spencer; and his son Tony (Nikki) and their son Kaelum.
Dad was born and raised in Winnipeg and lived a long and fulfilling life. He had a love for all sports and excelled as a football player. He had an eight-year career in the CFL with Winnipeg and Saskatchewan and was always excited to talk about his football years. Several people were fortunate enough to see Dad's "scrapbook" and have him review each article in detail. He also loved following the Jets, the Blue Jays and all levels of golf.
Dad's working career was exclusively in sales. He represented some of the top lines in the world including Wilson sporting goods; Seagram's liquors; and GM and Honda automobiles.
After retirement, Mom and Dad spent many holidays cruising. Dad got involved with the Blue Bomber Alumni and served as president for three years and he and Mom co-hosted several Blue Bomber Alumni Cruises with good friends Janet and Ken Ploen. Mom and Dad were always great hosts, and they met many wonderful people on the cruises.
Dad always enjoyed when the family got together for birthdays, holiday celebrations and other events. His final two events this summer were in Tony and Nikki's backyard and in the garden at St. Charles. All of us will very much miss him and his great sense of humour.
A private family celebration of Dad's life will take place soon.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Winnipeg Blue Bomber Alumni Scholarship Fund – c/o 25-1010 Wilkes Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3P 2S4.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 21, 2021
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our condolences to Ruth and family. We will miss his wit and wonderful stories. - Posted by: Don Proch & Debbie Parson (friend) on: Dec 02, 2021
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Bill and myself became very good friends over several years at my poker games, I always picked him up or drop him off home. He was funny and always talked to me about family, I enjoyed his friendship and missed him very much. RIP my friend. - Posted by: <Louis Rodriguez (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2021
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Bart & Dana, my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. Cherish all the wonderful memories...they last a lifetime. Take care. - Posted by: Cam Moskal (Friend of Bart/Dana) on: Aug 27, 2021
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We were so saddened by Bill’s passing. So many fond memories through football and then co hosting cruises for the Bomber Alumni for 10 years. Bill was always our spokesman and kept us in good spirits all the time. He will be greatly missed and out hearts and prayers go out to the family. - Posted by: Ken and Janet Ploen (Friend) on: Aug 22, 2021
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Brett, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you, Janet - Posted by: Janet Berezowecki (Friend) on: Aug 21, 2021
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Sending Sincere Sympathy to you and your Family Ruth. Lynn Boyd. - Posted by: Lynn Boyd (Friend) on: Aug 21, 2021
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I only knew Bill through our poker games but quickly found that he had a lot of hilarious stories to share. Bill was in his 80s when I met him and still as sharp as anyone at the table and often ended up the big "winner". He was an easy man to like and we will miss him. - Posted by: Greg (Acquaintance ) on: Aug 21, 2021
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Condolences to the family. I worked with Bill at Birchwood Motors. Will always remember the fun times and laughter with Bill! - Posted by: John Sandison (Friend) on: Aug 21, 2021
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