Obituary of William Wesley Wardell

Wardell, William Wesley

It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of William Wardell in his 84^th year, surrounded by his loving family at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on July 26^th, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Lucille Evelyn Wardell (1993). Loving partner and best friend of Thelma Bloomfield. Proud father of Bill (Barb) Wardell, Brenda (Gene) Viaene and Brian Wardell. Cherished grandfather of Melanie (Adam) Anderson, Ryan Wardell (Lisa), Alecia (Nick) Ironside, Holly (Mark) Davey, and Chantelle Reavely. Proud great-grandfather of Ara, Sloane, Vienna, Zack, Sawyer, Lucy, Norah, and Benjamin. Survived by his sister Pat Richardson. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. 

Predeceased by his parents Borden and Mary Wardell, his sister Marion Heckman and his brother-in-law Sep Richardson and Richard Heckman.

Step-father of Laurie (Rodger), Linda Coppens and Ruth Roger, Michelle Bloomfield (late Bill Bloomfield) and their families.

Spending time with his family and friends was what Bill enjoyed most. He will also be forever remembered for his passion of cars, his favourite team the Toronto Maple Leafs and he loved to dance. Bill started his career in construction and also began at the Ford Motor Plant in Talbotville when it opened, in 1967 where he worked throughout until retirement in 1994. Bill always loved a good game of Euchre which often times would lead into the wee hours of the morning.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 3^rd, 2021 at DENNING’S OF STRATHROY from 12:00p.m. until the time of memorial service at 1p.m. Interment to follow at Strathroy Cemetery.

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As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation. Online condolences and donations may be made to www.strathroyfuneralhome.com.