Obituary - Bill Donohue
Bill Donohue
1962 - 2024
"Billy"
William James Donohue, more affectionately known as Bill or Billy, age 62 of Medicine Hat, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 13, 2024. He was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the second child of Jeannine and the late William James Donohue. He is also predeceased by his step-father, Owen Hazel.
Bill proudly served his country as a Paratrooper until his retirement in 1996.
Bill loved fishing and the outdoors. He was passionate about many things in life including butchering, cooking and especially community involvement. Bill was most passionate about spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his quick wit and smart-ass comments, his kindness and willingness to help others, but most of all, for his unwavering love and devotion to his family.
Bill will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Jacquie ‘Jake’; his loving children, Justin, Mackenzie and William; his brothers and sisters, Donnie (Leeanne), James, Cindy (Mike), Linda (Danny) and Owen (Tammy) as well as his extended family.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 25, 2024, between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating and a time of fellowship thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. Those wishing to remember Bill should do so through donations to the Homes For Heroes Foundation, 900, 2424 - 4 Street S.W., Calgary, AB., T2S 2T4 or to https://homesforheroesfoundation.ca/donate/
Bill’s service will be live-streamed. Those wishing to watch the service virtually may do so by visiting https://cooksouthland.com/ and selecting the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time.
October 26th
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Janet Chant:
Oct 19, 2024 at 08:59 PM
My deepest condolences to the whole family ❤️ Bill was such a good man to Jacquie, always there to help her around the Training Centre when she was instructing. Helped me lots too 😊
He will be deeply missed..
Laurene Harmon:
Oct 19, 2024 at 09:22 PM
Dear Jackie, no I’m thinking of you sending you my love and to your children as well no I love you and I’m thinking of you and know you miss Bill with all your heart
Jocelyn Harrold:
Oct 19, 2024 at 09:47 PM
Oh Jacquie. We are so sorry and send hugs
John and Terry Sims:
Oct 19, 2024 at 10:19 PM
Sending heartfelt condolences to Jacquie and all the family. May the memories you hold in your hearts comfort you now and in the coming days.
Bev and Dennis:
Oct 19, 2024 at 10:20 PM
Our deepest condolences. Bill was such a caring husband and father. Hugs to you all.
Donna Mattie Benoit:
Oct 20, 2024 at 05:20 AM
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Billy’s passing. My deepest condolences and sympathy to his beautiful wife Jake, his family and friends. May you rest in peace Billy, fly high, warmest hugs.
Duncan Storie:
Oct 20, 2024 at 10:15 AM
I served with Bill in Calgary in the 80’s. Bill was always full of energy and looking for a good time. My condolences to all of you. Cheers old friend
Gordon and Sharyn Bell:
Oct 20, 2024 at 10:15 AM
So sorry to hear about your husband, Jackie. Please accept our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lanny MacDonald:
Oct 20, 2024 at 02:04 PM
I got this sudden and sad news on Tuesday (October 15/2024) morning.
Thinking of Bill on this day (October 20/2024) (and by extension Jackie for I cannot think of them separately - never could) I am reminded of how fantastic their wedding day was. Smiles and celebrations all-round and one of the best times I ever had. I retrospect I only got a handful of experiences with Bill throughout his life but they were, as a collective, deeply memorable and in their own way profound. Bill was someone with real presence, once you met him, could not be forgotten. He was, for me at least, and to borrow a somewhat old-fashioned phrase: "Good people."
I will remember him and in such a respectful and caring act I will miss him.
Be at Peace Bill.
Jim Ogden:
Oct 20, 2024 at 05:09 PM
My heartfelt condolences to Jacquie, Mackenzie, William and Justin. Bill was a good friend. When the family lived in the Langley area, I was always invited to dinner on Saturday evening. So many good times spent there with family. Still can't believe that he has left us. Fair winds and soft landings Jumper.
Robert Macdonald:
Oct 20, 2024 at 05:56 PM
My condolences to the family, another soldier on his way to the heavens above, Fair winds and soft landings my friend.
Bev and Dennis Beyak:
Oct 20, 2024 at 08:40 PM
Our hearts are broken for you to lose a wonderful husband and father far too early. We always enjoyed our time spent with Bill no matter how brief. ❤️
Jad Perry:
Oct 21, 2024 at 11:38 PM
A great guy gone way to soon.
Neil & Annie Schofield:
Oct 22, 2024 at 12:14 PM
Our Deepest & Most Heartfelt Condolences to Jake, Justin, Mackenzie & William.. Words are hard, for such a tragic loss. Billy was such a good friend and would like to share this with you..
The Airborne Prayer
May the defence of the Most High be above and beneath, around and within us, in our going out and in our coming in, in our rising up and our going down, all our days and all our nights, until the dawn when the Son of Righteousness shall arise with healing in His wings for the people of the world through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Fair winds & soft landings Jumper
RIP my Brother
K R Bob Lentz:
Oct 22, 2024 at 06:32 PM
Hi Jacquie and Family I'm unable to use words to express my sorrows. My thoughts and Emotions are with you all. Best Wishes to Everyone
Melissa:
Oct 24, 2024 at 08:58 AM
Dear family. So very sad to hear this. I admired his LOVE for his wife and alll the kids in his life. Mom and dad (Allison & Andre) loved you all so very much.!!
Hugs Melissa
Debbie Wolverton:
Oct 25, 2024 at 05:42 PM
My deepest sympathies to you and your family Jacquie Donohue. Gone way too soon. It was such a blessing to know him.
Debbie Wolverton
Diana Murphy:
Nov 01, 2024 at 07:25 PM
So sorry for your loss Jake! Bill will be greatly missed 💔