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In Memory of
William Lee
Perry
Perry
1926 - 2017
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Obituary for William Lee Perry
Perry, William Lee
Peacefully, surrounded by warmth and love, in Burlington, on June 7, 2017 , at the age of 90. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (2007). Loving father of Sydney Hassal (late Scott). Proud grandfather of Samantha.
Air pioneer and explorer, he flew from a small Ontario agricultural town to the corners of the world, in the golden era of commercial flight. From from early days as a bush pilot, to senior Captain of Air Canada's flagship 747's, he flew people to adventure, horses to Belgium, cattle to Africa, equipment to Cuba, royalty to pilgrimages, celebrity to celebrations, and a sitting Canadian Prime Minister to home.
His heart was never far from his agrarian roots, and after retirement he pursued farming full time. First president of the Canadian Limousin Association, and owner of one of the first foundation sires imported from France, and herds of full-French Limousin cattle in Canada, he raised a family of four-legged "children", now genetically represented in over 100 countries.
His final departure will be, as it always was, under his terms as Captain; surrounded by those he loved, memories of his remarkable life, and in his famous red sneakers. His large heart, great sense of humour, and straightforward manner will be most remembered by all who knew him.
Happy contrails dad, we'll miss you.
The family requests that you wear your favourite sneakers to the visitation/services
Visitation and light reception at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stop light north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on June 12, from 3-6 pm with Funeral Service held in the Chapel on Jun 13 at 10:30 am with Interment at Hamilton Cemetery following. For those who wish, donations in memory of Bill
Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame
CAHF Endowment Fund
through
The Battle River Community Foundation,
P.O. Box 1122
Camrose AB
T4V 4E7
1-800-661-4726 ext. 2084
or
Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
47 Squire Bakers Lane
Markham, Ontario
L3P 3G8
Robert@cpff.ca
905-294-7645
would be sincerely appreciated by the family.
www.smithsfh.com
Peacefully, surrounded by warmth and love, in Burlington, on June 7, 2017 , at the age of 90. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (2007). Loving father of Sydney Hassal (late Scott). Proud grandfather of Samantha.
Air pioneer and explorer, he flew from a small Ontario agricultural town to the corners of the world, in the golden era of commercial flight. From from early days as a bush pilot, to senior Captain of Air Canada's flagship 747's, he flew people to adventure, horses to Belgium, cattle to Africa, equipment to Cuba, royalty to pilgrimages, celebrity to celebrations, and a sitting Canadian Prime Minister to home.
His heart was never far from his agrarian roots, and after retirement he pursued farming full time. First president of the Canadian Limousin Association, and owner of one of the first foundation sires imported from France, and herds of full-French Limousin cattle in Canada, he raised a family of four-legged "children", now genetically represented in over 100 countries.
His final departure will be, as it always was, under his terms as Captain; surrounded by those he loved, memories of his remarkable life, and in his famous red sneakers. His large heart, great sense of humour, and straightforward manner will be most remembered by all who knew him.
Happy contrails dad, we'll miss you.
The family requests that you wear your favourite sneakers to the visitation/services
Visitation and light reception at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stop light north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on June 12, from 3-6 pm with Funeral Service held in the Chapel on Jun 13 at 10:30 am with Interment at Hamilton Cemetery following. For those who wish, donations in memory of Bill
Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame
CAHF Endowment Fund
through
The Battle River Community Foundation,
P.O. Box 1122
Camrose AB
T4V 4E7
1-800-661-4726 ext. 2084
or
Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
47 Squire Bakers Lane
Markham, Ontario
L3P 3G8
Robert@cpff.ca
905-294-7645
would be sincerely appreciated by the family.
www.smithsfh.com
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