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Kim McConnell posted a condolence
Saturday, May 12, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had many great conversations with Bill --- lovely man, great thinker, strong debater, and a passion for life. I miss him.
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Gord Tolton posted a condolence
Sunday, April 15, 2018
I met Bill a number of times as an employee of UFA, including when I brought the History In Motion tour to Paradise Valley in 2004. Bill was a tireless supporter of the concept of organized farm advocacy and activism, and worked in several capacities to that end. The best we can hope for is to leave our world better than we found it, and Bill did just that. I'm saddened by this loss to the movement.
Gord Tolton
Historian
Coaldale, Alberta.
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Harold Haugen & Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Was unable to attend the service but was certainly with you in thoughts.
Thinking back a decade, as chairman of UFA nominating committee, interviewing Bill and bringing his name forward for the election.
Good times as we look back. Thinking of you all at this time and thinking of all the good work that Bill has done for agriculture and the Co-ops.
Harold Haugen
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Carriage House Inn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Cherry & Family,
We would like to send our condolences to Bill Dobson's Family from the Carriage House Inn.
Cherry our thoughts are with you and your family.
Carriage House Inn
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Tobin and Lisa Doty lit a candle
Monday, April 9, 2018
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Tobin and Lisa Doty posted a condolence
Monday, April 9, 2018
Dear Sherry and Family,
It was with profound sadness that we send you this note. The news is devastating and
numbing. There are just no words... We send our deepest and heartfelt regrets Sherry, to you and the entire family. We are here for you day and night in the days and weeks ahead.
With sadness and tremendous regret,
Lisa and Tobin
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Lawrence Ference posted a condolence
Monday, April 9, 2018
To the Dobson and Kuhn Family
Our family farm is located in Elk Point next to the Kuhn's farm. I met Sharon Kuhn's "brother Bill" many years ago as a teenager on one of his favorite hunting expeditions! I remember back then the immediate impression Bill had on me. He was a guy you really looked up to. He was kind, intelligent, witty, caring and of course the list goes on! It wasn't until many years later that I was fortunate to work with Bill representing District 8 of UFA. Those same characteristics that I originally knew of Bill, were still with him so many years later. He was a true genuine character! You always knew that if you said or discussed something controversial with Bill, you better be prepared for a healthy debate and you had to bring your "A" game if you wanted to win. We had many memorable moments while with UFA which I will cherish.
Bill was always a champion of the "Cooperative Movement" from which many small communities still benefit from today. In many cases, we would all wonder, "how was Bill going to do this, how was he going to do that?", but he always came through and got things done whether on the farm, on the boards he was on or in the community he loved so much.
There are many people, organizations and communities that Bill touched in his unique way which is very difficult to replace and will be missed.
To the Dobson, Kuhn and all the other families, please accept or deepest condolences and sympathies as we remember a true gentleman.
Lawrence and Maureen Ference Family
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Terry Vivyurka posted a condolence
Monday, April 9, 2018
Elan and I were sorry to hear of Bills passing.
We send our love and condolences to all.
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Ron Bonnett posted a condolence
Sunday, April 8, 2018
I was sorry to hear that Bill had passed away. Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the service but memories there are many. Just thinking of Bill brings a smile to my face. Bill was one of those people who could go into a meeting vigorously and forcefully defend his ideas and positions and then at the end of the day go have a beer with everyone. This quality meant that wherever he went in the country there was a friend there. His contributions to agriculture in Alberta and Canada were many and he will be missed. Our condolences and a special thank you to his family who supported Bill in helping be a true friend of agriculture.
Ron Bonnett
CFA President
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David and Patti Stinson posted a condolence
Sunday, April 8, 2018
We are heartbroken to hear of Bill's sudden passing. Our hearts go out to Sherry, Andrew and all of Bill's and Sherry's families.
Dave and Patti
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Gerald and Maxine Holmen posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our condolences to the Dobson family. He was always so happy and enjoyed people.ef2y3
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Mary Ellen Flint posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Chris, Nicholas, Ashley and families,
May the memories you have of your Dad be of comfort to you now and in the days that lay ahead. My sympathy to you all.
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Pieter McNair posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I was on the Canadian Co-operative Association Board with Bill, and always appreciated his Co-operative spirit. Rest in Peace Bill.
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Kath and Frank posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Sherry
We were so shocked and saddened by Bills passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and the family. The memories and love you shared will stay in your heart forever❤️❤️
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Gwendy Stirling posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Thinking of your family and keeping you all in our prayer. Our hearts go out to you Ashley, Chris and Nicholas and your families.
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Tim bancroft posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Bill loved farming family and community. I met him through the United Farmers of Alberta where we served on the Board of Directors. Bill was passionate about Co-ops in general and UFA in particular. He loved to debate and challenge opinions but always in such a kind way that we always parted as friends. Bill’s smile was infectious and will be sadly missed. Deepest sympathy to Sherry and all his family
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Ferne Nielsen posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
I was both shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Bill’s passing. I was on the Board of the Canadian Cooperatives Association with Bill for a number of years. I wish to pass on my sincere condolences to all the family.
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Gerrie Forand posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
So sad for you Sherry and the Dobson family. Bill was a big lad with a kind heart. Always enjoyed his visits to the office and his cheerful greetings. Take care of yourself.
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Heather McLaughlan posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
Sherry, I am so shocked and saddened upon hearing of Bill's passing. My sincere condolences to you, your family and friends. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Margaret and Jack Smythe posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
Our condolences to the Dobson family. We have many fond memories of times together at the cabins at Loon Lake.
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Friday, April 6, 2018
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Doug & Penney Ford posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
Our sincere sympathy to all of Bill’s family. We were so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. We met Bill when our son Brady played hockey in PV with Nikolas and have many fond memories of games and after parties with Bill and others from PV. May your cherished memories help while your hearts heal. Hugs to all!
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Neil Wagstaff posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
I deeply regret not being able to attend Bill’s memorial service as I have many fond memories of working with Bill that I would Love to share with Bill’s family and friends. I will relate one such experience that exemplifies Bill’s dedication to farm organizations and cooperatives and his ability to have fun doing such. Feel welcome to use the story if you so desire.
I cannot recall the actual date or the reason for our mission to Ottawa. However, after a long day of traveling and meeting with cabinet ministers and senior government officials advocating on behalf of Canadian farmers; a number of farm organization representatives decided to debrief and strategize at a hotel lounge. After some serious discussion and a couple of drinks, Bill walked over to the baby grand piano that was in the lounge, lifted the cover off and sat down at the keyboard. The Bartender immediately walked over to Bill to try to stop him and stopped in his tracks as Bill began to play.
Bill began taking requests and everyone was having a great time except the bartender who was wanting to close the lounge. No one wanted to leave!
After Playing for quite a while, Bill’s best judgment kicked in and he rolled the piece that he was playing into God save the Queen which he sang. Everyone quickly finished their drinks and we got up and left.
Neil Wagstaff
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Marilyn Moore posted a condolence
Friday, April 6, 2018
Sherry, there are no words, please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss and my thoughts are with all of Bill’s loved ones, friends and community.
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Marilyn Moore lit a candle
Thursday, April 5, 2018
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John Shields posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Shelly and i sent our depest condolences to Sherry and the family !Had a Great time with you all in Jamaica an out @ the lake the last few year ! Bill will be misses by All , a Peach of a Man !! Shelly an Johnnie Shields
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Lori and Duane posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Sherry, So very sad to hear of Bill's passing. We have great memories of visiting you and Bill at the lake and the dinners we shared. May all your sweet and fun memories carry you through this hard time. You and the family are in our prayers.
Much love.
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Allan & Alma Gabert posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill's family and those closest to him.
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Clair and Linda Nysetvold, posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bill.
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Bruce Basaraba posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
It was with sadness that I learned of Bill’s death today. I grew up with Bill, we started out in Grade 1 together in PV and were best of friends in those early years. I always admired Bill for his strong charcter, tremendous ability to associate with others, his infectious smile and his compassion for people and causes that were important to him. So sorry to know he has passed away suddenly. He has left a strong legacy. My condolences to his family.
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Jennifer Fong posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Thoughts of comfort and condolences to you and your family.
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Michelle Demas posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Dearest Sherry,
My heart aches for you and your family. May happy memoires be your strength and the love that was shared continue to fill your heart through this difficult time.
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Tony Watfa posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Our condolences and deepest sympathies to you and the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times!
Tony And Debbie
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Jennifer Beatty posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Sherry,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you peace in this difficult time.
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Tammy Mitchell posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Sherry & Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
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Kim Shepherd posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Sherry and family, wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. So sorry to hear of your loss.
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Laurie Polsom posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
So very sorry for your loss.
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James & Diane Warren lit a candle
Thursday, April 5, 2018
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Dave & Colleen Irvine posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Sherry:
We hope that those loving memories of Bill that you hold in your heart will help ease your grief.
We remember many happy times and all of the fun that we had together. We will miss him dearly.
Our condolences to you and Bill’s family.
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Margaret james posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
So saddened to hear of Bills sudden passing. He will be remembered by many for his community spirit and love of entertaining. Wishing all of you Gods blessing in the difficult time ahead.
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Rob & Lezli Giguere posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Sherry: I am so sorry for your loss. The news of Bill's passing is very sad and our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Please take care of yourself and God Bless.
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Ian & Marilyn Parsons & Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Bill’s families and friends. Bill was a great community member and was passionate about many interests.
Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We were always greeted with a smile and great conversation anytime we saw him. May the Best of Memories help each and everyone of you during this very sad time. Bill will be loving and guiding you from his heavenly home!
Sincerely,
Ian, Marilyn Parsons
Preston Parsons
Lyndsie & Andrew Stennett
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