Dickeson, William “Bill” John - Age 85, of Bible Hill, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, in Gables Lodge, Amherst. Born in Taxis River, New Brunswick, he was a son of the late Herbert and Georgina (Russell) Dickeson.
He will be missed always by his children, Patti, Will (Jolee) and Greg; grandchildren, Lev, Simone, Mila, Julie, Asha and Barry; sister, Marjorie Landry; brother-in-law, Allison Newey; several nephews.
Besides his parents, Bill was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Louise; brother-in-law, Raymond Landry; brother-in-law, Thomas Newey.
Bill graduated from New Brunswick Technical Institute, Moncton, with a diploma in Architectural Drafting. He began his career as a draftsman working with Truro architect Robert Cassidy and then later with Kent Homes and Engineering Inspectors & Designers (EID). Before his retirement, he was self-employed. Bill was proud of the projects he was involved in such as the former Colchester-East Hants Library, and the Empire Theatres chain (although being so modest, he did not talk about his achievements readily). Loyal, hard-working and honest, his work ethic was exceptional. Bill was also skilled in carpentry and woodworking. Whether he was building a deck or making miniature bird houses, the same careful precision and attention to detail would be there. Bill’s greatest joy was his family-his children, his grandchildren, and his beloved Louise. Some of their favourite things to do together were taking walks through “The Village”, going on Sunday drives, attending Berwick Camp, and visiting their grandchildren. She was the love of his life and their devotion to one another lasted a lifetime. Bill was also a long-time member of St. David’s United Church, Bible Hill, serving on the Board of Stewards, the Property Committee, Men’s Club, and lending a hand at many church events.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 pm on Monday, December 2 in Brunswick Street United Church, 250 Brunswick St., Truro. A memorial service will also take place in Brunswick Street United at 11 am on Tuesday, December 3 with Reverend April Hart officiating. Burial will be in Bible Hill Cemetery.
Memorial donations in Bill’s name may be made to The United Church of Canada’s Mission and Service fund, Colchester East Hants Health Centre Foundation, Alzheimer Society of N.S., or a charity of one’s choice.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Stephen Ellis for the many years of his care and compassion, as well as the staff at Gables Lodge.
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