Obituary of William Russell Stirling

STIRLING, William Russell After a courageous battle, Bill passed away peacefully on February 24, 2013, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Bette (Muir), and predeceased by his first wife of 59 years, Doreen (Hopwood). Beloved father of Scott (Gail) and Randy (Cheryl). Dear brother of Mildred (Andy), and predeceased by his brother George and sister Marilyn (Bill). Will be sadly missed by grandchildren Robin, Nicole (Mike), Andrea (Neal), Brent (Maureen), Drew (Randi), Chad (Karen), Chelsey (Shane) and great-grandchildren Matthew, Clara, Ava and Arlen. Bill was also loved and will be missed by his extended family; Brian and Lisa Muir, George and Kathy Mancini and grandchildren David, Charlissa, Jason, Philip (Jen) and Allison. Bill has been retired for the past 23 years and previously worked for Kemp Construction for 41 years. Bill was a dedicated horseman and judge for a great many years, but had a soft spot in his heart for his favourite horse, Mac, who he continued to ride until his final days. Friends will be received at the Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday, February 27 at 11 a.m. Interment Eastlawn Cemetery. In memory of Bill, donations to the Juravinski Hospital, or Tapleytown United Church, would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.donaldvbrown.ca