Griffin, William (Bill) David, aged 78. After a brave battle with cancer Bill died peacefully at his home in Collingwood, surrounded by family on Oct. 27, 2024.
Bill was born on Oct 30, 1945, to David and Margaret Griffin in Toronto. Bill married Patricia (Pat) Oliver on August 26, 1968, and they had three children, Brady, Lara and Kristy.
Bill acquired his accounting designation and worked as a Treasurer and CFO in the transportation industry. In 1985 he became an entrepreneur and successfully ran a small printing business until his retirement in 2010.
Bill was active in sports throughout his life playing baseball, football, squash, and golf. He was a coach and manager for his kids’ sport teams. He enjoyed cheering on his beloved Blue Jays and Manchester United F.C. Bill loved hosting friends and family in his backyard affectionately known as ‘Billy Beach’.
Bill is survived by his wife Pat, his children Brady (Leah), Lara (Kimani), Kristy, his five grandchildren Quentin, Griffin, Damion, Owen, Ella and his sister Margaret. Bill will be missed by Corey, his extended family and his many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents David and Margaret, his siblings Douglas, Irene and Georgina.
A Celebration of Life will take place on a future date. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Bill’s memory. Friends may visit Bill’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com