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William Robert Cowie

August 11, 1927 — December 5, 2022

William Robert Cowie

William Robert Cowie
August 11, 1927 - December 5, 2022

It is with profound sadness that our family announces the passing of William Robert COWIE. Known more commonly as Bill, our father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away peacefully on Monday, December 5th, 2022 at Etobicoke General Hospital. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 77 years, Dorothy Lillian (Hicks), his son William (Bill) and wife Barbara, daughter Janice and husband Phil, and son Robert and Theresa.
Bill was also blessed with six granddaughters and one grandson: Celine (Bryan), Deanne (Rick), Janine (Doug), Denise (Arek), Ashlea (James), Leslie (Brendan), and Patrick. Loving great grampa to Brynn, Billy, Cole, Brayden, Hudson, Harper and Jack. Bill is also survived by his brother James Edmond Cowie (Jim) of Bradford, Ontario. Born in Napanee, Ontario, on August 11th, 1927, Bill is predeceased by his mother Eleanor Mae (Plumley), father Thomas Leo Trilsbeck, along with stepfather Adam Robert Cowie.
Our father, our grampa, our papa is already deeply missed. His sharp mind, quick wit and sense of humour will be fondly remembered by all those who have met Bill. A caring and generous soul. Protective and wise. A proud Canadian who cherished his family. May he rest in peace. Visitation will take place on Monday, December 12th from 6pm to 8pm and the funeral will be held Tuesday, December 13th at 1:00pm. Weston Chapel - Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Rd., Weston, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the War Amps charity.

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Visitation

Monday, December 12, 2022

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Weston Chapel"

2035 Weston Road, Toronto, ON M9N 1X7

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Service

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Weston Chapel"

2035 Weston Road, Toronto, ON M9N 1X7

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2035 Weston Road, Toronto, ON M9N 1X7



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Interment

Riverside Crematorium

, Toronto, ON

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