DAWKINS, William Douglas

This world lost a wonderful person on May 11, 2022. William (Bill) Douglas Dawkins passed away peacefully on May 11 at Hospice Wellington with family by his side in his 79th year. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Patricia (nee Manes), and children Derek Dawkins and Alli McGrogan, Sarah Dawkins and Ian Meredith. Bill was predeceased by his oldest son Doug Dawkins. Also survived by siblings; Donna Manes, Marnie Manes and Jean Dryer. Also by, Pauline Aquilina, mother to Bill’s beloved Grand Children; Maddox and Jonah. Along with many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Along with his oldest son Doug, Bill is predeceased by parents; Doug and Vera Dawkins, Oscar and Rowena Manes, Siblings; Faye and Jack Pink, Diane and Bill Spielvogel, Dorothy Tremblay, Harold and Madeline Manes, Tom Manes, Dave Manes and Stuart Dryer.

Bill lived a life devoted to his family and work. A generous man with a kind heart, and loving soul. Bill was a wonderful host for any gathering. His work life consisted mostly of radio advertising sales. Always the consummate salesperson, Bill built a great career in and around Guelph and turned many of his clients into dear friends while constantly mentoring his co-workers to do the same. He will be sadly missed by all.

A heartfelt thank you from my family to the staff at Guelph General Hospital, Dr. Shafir and the Guelph Palliative Care Team, and all of the staff and volunteers at Hospice Wellington. You brought peace and strength to all of us on this incredibly hard journey. Your compassion for your work is inspiring. It will not be forgotten.

Services to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home – Hart Chapel on Wednesday May 18. Visitation to greet the family will be from 10 AM to Noon. A funeral service will proceed at Noon. A social gathering will follow at Hart Chapels Fellowship Lounge from 1-2 to give opportunity to share stories, to break bread, and to raise a glass to his life well lived. The family asks that you please consider wearing a mask when appropriate for the protection of all involved.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Wellington, or a charity of your choice, who’s work brings you most joy.