Announcing the peaceful passing of William “Bill” Cumming, at the Louise Marshall Hospital on December 19, 2021. With his family by his side, and in his 86th year, Bill concluded a fulfilling, enviable and adventurous life. Bill is predeceased by his loving wife Velma (née Busby) who passed a short four months ago. Bill and Velma were married for 65 years. As they did in life, Bill and Velma are now walking together, holding hands and offering light kisses, as they explore the Pearly Gates and hallowed spaces of Heaven-together. Since the early 90’s, Bill with Velma have loved and cherished their retired life in Mount Forest. Ever active and forever social, Bill and Velma’s lives led to many treasured friendships and opportunities along the way. Bill was the son of Hance McKnight Cumming of Molesworth and Wilma (Fraser) Cumming of Toronto, Ontario. Bill is predeceased by his sister Shirley (Cumming) Hackett. Bill is survived by his children Gary, Randy (Yvonne), Lynne (Dave) and Keith (Julie). He will be missed by his grandchildren, Jason (Tristen), Katlyn, Mackenzie (Matt), Karli, Kyle and Matthew as well as great-grandchildren Rowan, Alexis, Sunny, Lucy and Baby Green. Anyone who new Bill would be aware that his greatest pleasure for many years was his Labrador Retriever dogs. He loved caring for them, hunting, breeding, training, trialing and judging. He was very proud of his children’s accomplishments. The family is very thankful and fortunate that Gary, over the last four months was roommate, friend and caregiver to his Dad. His sisters-in-law, Debbie, Grace, Wendy and Elaine (Harry) were great comfort to Bill since Velma’s passing. A special thank you to PSW Janice, Homemaker Michelle, Companion Kim, the wonderful medical staff at Louise Marshall Hospital in Mount Forest, the dedicated Palliative Team nurses and The Paramedic Monitoring team. Warm thoughts to Dr. Rowley and Kim. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bill are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services of Mount Forest. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
