BILL BODY
BODY - William Ernest Body known to all as Bill passed away on June 27, 2023 at the age of 81 years old. He was born to Tom and Rene Body on October 23, 1941, the youngest of four children. He grew up on the family farm in the RM of Heart's Hill and that is where he raised his 5 children after marrying Lillian Gintaut in June of '62. He remained there for over 50 years farming, ranching, woodworking and piloting his own airplane checking over his large herd of cattle.
He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Lillian and his eldest son Bradley, his parents Tom and Rene, infant brother Patrick, eldest sister Betty and her husband Melvin, brothers-in-law Ed, Roy and Frank. Sadly, we also would like to mention that we lost our sister-in-law Tara Dawn Body tragically on July 7, 2023 shortly after having our brother's memorial in late June and before our father's funeral which was held on July 12, 2023.
He is survived by his daughter Corinne, granddaughter Shandelle (Braeden) and great grandsons Liam and Aayden. Daughter Tamara, grandaughter Sarah (Bryce) and great grandson Finley, grandchildren Dallas and Morgan. Daughter April (Lyle), granddaughter Ashley (Jason) great-grandson Henry, grandchildren, Lexie, Dylan and Rylie. Son Mark (Laura) and grandchildren Danielle and Trey. His sister Vena and families and the Ruhmor nieces and nephews. Brother-in-laws Vern and Dennis and sister-in-law Brenda and families. We would like to send a huge thank you out to Alan Olfert, for doing a wonderful job of both Brad's memorial and Bill's funeral that was tasked to him at the last moment. An enormous amount of love and kindness to him also as our loss is just as much his as he was so close to Bubba and Tara. We have you in our hearts and prayers Alan, knowing you are trying to navigate through this as we all are along with the Keith Ruhmor clan.
A grand thank you to Keith and Darlene Ruhmor and their fantastic, hardworking crew. Always there for us no matter what, no questions asked, just showing up with support, guidance, love and humour. A tremendous thank you to the UCW for doing the lunch and attending to us so wonderfully at our father's funeral. Thanks to the Kerrobert Health Centre for his care over the past year. Unfortunately we, the family did not get an opportunity to get to know you due to difficult circumstances but he spoke highly of his care when we could visit. A very big thank you to all those who sent cards, flowers, food, donations and warm wishes to us at this difficult time. It has been a very hard and challenging 10 years but hope now our family members are at peace. Your support and understanding has been comforting and will not be forgotten. Thanks again from all our families.