Hanlon: William Frances,George “Bill” (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)
Peacefully passed surrounded by his loving family at Southlake Regional Health Centre Newmarket, on November 11, 2022. Bill Hanlon in his 94th year, beloved husband of Kathleen (nee: McNamee). Loving father of Paul and Nadia Hanlon (Shawn, Abby, Sarah), Anne Marie and Larry Tucker (Ryan, Maddie, Lauren, Jaclyn), PJ and Jamie Sheppard (Curtis), Sharon Hanlon and Lori Doonan, and Maureen and Joe Sinopoli (Benjamin, Samantha). Dearly loved brother of Pauline Campbell (the late Robert), and pre-deceased by the late Gerard (Mary) Hanlon, Madeline (Joe) Trainor, and Florence (John) Shain. Fondly remembered brother in law of Maureen Murphy (the late Bill). Forever in the hearts of his extended family and friends.
Bill was a dedicated Veterinarian (retired) who served communities in both the Chicago and Southern Ontario regions. Countless animals big and small have benefited from his compassionate care. He devoted his time to serve his community in Schomberg Lion’s Club, St. Vincent de Paul, and Knights of Columbus. He was a lifelong devoted parishioner of St. Patrick’s parish in Schomberg, Ontario. Bill’s family was the pride and joy of his life. His children and grandchildren are held fondly in a special place in his heart. The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477, on Tuesday November 15, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday November 16, 2022 at 11am in St. Patrick’s Church Schomberg. Cremation to follow. For those who wish, donations to St. Vincent de Paul Schomberg or Ontario Humane Society would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
Box 610 - 1666 Tottenham Rd, Tottenham, ON, L0G 1W0
Tueday November 15, 2022
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday November 15, 20226:00pm - 8:00pm
Funeral Mass
St. Patricks Church
91 Church Street, Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0
November 16, 202211:00 am
Deb Humphries - McGuire says
My sincere condolences.
I often fondly think of Dr Hanlon, and was sad to learn of his passing. He was always such a kind hearted vet and great neighbor. He will be missed by many.
Deb
Barb Rowley says
To the family of Bill Hanlon,
Our sincere condolences in the loss of a great and well respected man.
Sincerely
Bev Wray,
Ken Wray, Travis Wray & Rachel Tustin, Steve & Sara Wray
Barb & John Rowley and Family
Bill Wray and Cynthia
Clarence & Carol Boyd says
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Take care.
Astrid hall says
Sorry to hear that Bill had passed always see him smiling where ever he was so sorry Kay Astrid
Susan & Greg Hickey says
Dear Hanlon Family,
We are so very sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. He was a family man dedicated to his community and will be missed by so many.
Our thoughts are with PJ, Jamie, Curtis, and the entire family.
Rest in Peace.
Susan and Greg Hickey
Mary Wiley says
To the Hanlon Family
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Bill was such a kind man and will be surely missed by the community of Schomberg . Such a Gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Garry and Mary Wiley
Lisa Hekman Sammons
Laura Smith McCullough & family says
My condolences to the Hanlon Family,
may your memories bring you peace, strength and comfort you.
Joanne, Peter and family says
So sorry to hear about Dr. Hanlon’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers to Kay and to the entire family.
Bonnie O'Hara says
Kay & family: Sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. He was such a nice man.
Love and prayers to you all. Bonnie O’Hara & family
Steve Fisher says
My condolences to the Hanlon family…
Bill was a great inspiration to me during my time with the Schomberg Lions…always kind and helpful, and always working for the good of the Lions.
Bill, you will be missed…
Liliana Alberico says
Kay condolences to you and Pauline and family. Will miss seeing him at church. Always stopped to say hi.
Liliana and Vince
Todd Marchant says
To all of the Hanlon family,
Our most sincere condolences go out to you all.
Todd, Marilou and Don Marchant
Elaine Maynard-Lloyd says
Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Hanlon Family on the passing of a Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle.
Thinking of You All.
Elaine Maynard-Lloyd & Clark Lloyd
Wayne and Margaret Rudnitski says
Dear Hanlon family – We are sorry for your loss. Mr. Hanlon was a wonderful, kind, friendly man and committed community member, and he will be missed.
Wayne and Margaret Rudnitski
Colleen&Dwight Baycroft says
Dear Kay,
We send our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Bill’s kindness and bright smile will be greatly missed by the whole Hanlon clan. God bless you. Colleen&Dwight Baycroft
Sandy & Dennis O'Hara says
Kay & Family
Sorry to hear about Bill. We will always remember him for his kind and pleasant manor. He was always upbeat and wanting to know how things were going. Our condolences.
Sandy & Dennis O’Hara & Family
Brian and Heather Delahunt says
Kay and family, Brian and I were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a true gentleman and was always so pleasant whenever you met him. He was a dedicated and hard working member of the Schomberg Lions Club. Many a good time was spent with the Hanlons. Bill rest now in the arms of the angels.
Denis O’Connor says
Sympathy to Kay and family on the passing of Bill ! Our paths did not often pass but I remember with fondness and respect when they did . May God Bless !
Denis O’Connor
Patt Ward says
The world will miss Bill. Such a gentleman and a scholar. Always met me with a smile and a nod. Good to know him as a neighbour and through the Schomberg Lions Club. My condolences to Bill’s family.
Gail and Colin Quinney [,granddaughter of John and Lil Hanlon] says
Dear Kay and family, Aunt Anne was kind to us today and called to tell us the sad news of Bill’s passing. Our condolences on Bill’s passing. He was a fine man and well liked in his community. I think of the outdoor masses where Bill would greet us and the family. He was always friendly and he had a wonderful smile. He will be well missed by all. God bless and keep you all .
Joan Edwards says
My sincere sympathies to all the Hanlon family. Bill was a
great guy. He will certainly be missed.
Kevin Holmes says
Dear Mrs. Hanlon and Family:
I’m so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I always enjoyed my chats and visits with him. We always talked about farming and tractors! Schomberg has lost another great one for sure. He will be greatly misssed.
Kevin Holmes and Family.
Al and Dorrie Gallant says
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Bill was great man and always willing to stop and help and or talk and always with a smile and kind words. He will be missed by many.
Joe and Mary Ellen Keenan says
We wish to send our sincerest sympathy to the Hanlon family on the loss of truly a great man. Bill was respected by everyone, his sense of humor, enthusiasm for life and concern for others was always evident. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God forever hold Bill in the palm of His hand. Joe/Mary Ellen Keenan
Cathy Doran Brand says
Sorry his loss , we will miss him.
Cheryl Fisher says
My thoughts are with all the family at this sad time. Bill will be fondly remembered for my reasons, but foremost for being my manure man! He delivered from his farm on the 10th concession, to the Schomberg Community Farm on Western Ave. Multiple loads he would bring with the tractor and flatbed both full, he said to me several years ago, “I think this might be the last time, I am turning 90!” He also brought his hog weeder to cut down weeds that were 10’ high, I am forever grateful for that. A remarkable community spirit of helping where he can. RIP Bill.
Denise Zoccolante says
Dear Mrs Hanlon, Pauline, Paul & the entire family,
We hold our dear Mr Hanlon close. Such a good, kind, loving, wise man… a beautiful soul. His cheerful Sunday greetings will truly be missed, but he will definitely live on in our hearts forever. May the Good Lord give him eternal peace & rest. May He also grant all the family strength & healing during this difficult time. By treasuring the fond memories & cherishing the time shared, may you all find comfort & support.
With heartfelt condolences & much love, we keep you all in our thoughts & prayers.
Until we meet again Mr Hanlon, we bid you a fond farewell.
❤ Denise, Dino, Remi & Max
Barry and Linda Matson says
We are so sad to hear of Bill’ passing. We have such fond memories of the good times in the Lion’s Club. But Bill was a good friend and always had a kind word for all. He will be missed !
Jean and Keith Dale says
Kay and family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He will be missed. Jean and Keith Dale.
Sara Mary Wray says
Bill was a wonderful neighbor for many years. Always was good to us and our barn cars. He will be missed my condolences to the family.
Wendy-Sue says
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. I know he put up a valiant fight but for him,it was time.
I would pass Bill almost every day in the Hall on his walker. I would always ask how he was and he would never complain, insist he was just fine and make a joke about the ‘Golden Age.’ Throughout my life,I always knew Bill to be complimentary,respectful and humorous. He worked hard for his Community and he loved his beloved Lions Club.
When I went to Elliot Lake,Bill came to my goodbye party and he wrote in the book “To the nicest little streetwalker in Schomberg!”
When I was doing the Weekend To End Breast Cancer Campaign,the Lions were great supporters of mine and Bill lead the charge.
Bill was a caring,Christian and Community man and a powerful source of inspiration for us all. I am definitely blessed to have known Bill, as we all are!
Patty & Art Art Ella says
Our deepest condolences to Kay & your wonderful family. May God Bless.
Patty & Art Ella
Bill and Marlene Koppens says
Our condolences to Kay and the Hanlon family. Bill will always be remembered for the fun times we had at the various Lions functions for many years.
Angela Rose says
Passing of a Great Lion
It is only three years ago that the Schomberg Lions Club celebrated the 90th birthday of Bill Hanlon and a remarkable 35 years as a member of the Schomberg Lions Club. Bill was a stalwart member, our guiding light with stories to share and values to live by. Due to his dedication and readiness to always help at all our events, he was the recipient of the Melvin Jones Award, one of the highest in the Lions organization. In 2019, our Club was happy to honour him by planting a tree at the Trisan Center and he will be remembered as a Great Lion for generations to come.
Cathy and Brent Webb says
Brent and so are sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Our condolences to the family.
Lucia Guida says
Kay and family all.
What can I say except I am sad about the news.
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. My condolences on the passing of Bill.
A wonderful man who truly loved his family and enjoyed speaking of each of them equally proud.
For me:
Memories of his loyal dog Casey who never walked ahead but was never out of step.
Date nights snd holding hands with Kay to the elevator.
I was fortunate to have had the opportunity of many chats with a wonderful person.
You will be missed very much Bill.
Rest peacefully now Bill ! You have earned it.
Hey… Always remember to keep a watchful eye on Kay ….and your loved ones all.
Thank you.
Your friend Lucy
Brady Weening says
My sincere condolences to you all Paul Nadia Shawn Abby Sarah and extended family
Every time bill would come into foodland I’d say hi mr bill how are you .
I here for you buddy Abby Shawn and Sarah know how you guys feel as I’ve lost my grandparents at young ages
Brady Weening
Lucy Guida says
To Kay and family all.
My thoughts are with you and my condolences on the passing of Bill.
Bill and I had some wonderful chats and yes he loved you all and was proud of you all.
I enjoyed to hear him say that it was date night on Thursday’s and enjoyed watching Kay and Bill hold hands to the elevator. Not to forget his ever loyal dog Casey?!? never a step too far behind yet never ahead of his Bill.
Great memories left to enjoy from a great person that I was fortunate to meet.
Bill you will be missed… Rest and watch over Kay and all those you loved.
Dianne Vosburg says
Rest in peace Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you Kay and all your family.
B and w courtney says
The Hanlon family sorry to hear about Bill’s passing he was a fantastic vet so caring and loving of animals a great neighbor an honor to have such a wonderful man. Barb and Wayne courtney
Reg fortune says
Dr Hanlon always had the time to stop and ask me how is the boxer doing. He loved talking to me about my dog’s. He will be deeply missed.
My condolences to the family .