Visitation
Legion Tribute
Funeral Service
Interment
Obituary of William Frederick McInnis
"THE WATCH IS OVER"
The family of William “Bill” Frederick McInnis sadly announces he passed away on June 8th, 2025, at Oromocto Public Hospital. He was born on August 13th, 1934, to Albert and Corena McInnis in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia.
Bill will be sadly missed by his wife, Marguerite; children, William McInnis (Desiree) of Alberta, Shonna Cohoon (Ken) of Mill Cove, NB, Donna Lee Sawatzky (Chris) of Alberta, Mike McInnis (Lisa Kennedy) of Burton NB, Douglas McInnis (Joanne) of Enfield NS, Eric McInnis of Saint John NB; brother, Joseph (Claire) of Montreal; sister Paula Stagg of Halifax; sisters-in-law, Madonna (late Louis), Phyllis (late Victor), Marie (late Thomas), and brother-in-law, Douglas (Lisette). He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his sisters, Catherine, and Gloria; brother, Hilton; brothers-in-law, Jimmy, Tommy, Terry, Jackie, Gordie, Roderick (in infancy), and sister-in-law, Mary.
It is with heavy hearts that we had to say goodbye to our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. Our mom and dad lived a great life together for 72 years. Dad’s first career was as a coal miner in Sydney Mines, NS. He then joined the military and proudly served his country for 27 years. After retiring from the military, he managed Canex stores in Oromocto, NB, before finally retiring.
He was a proud member of the Black Watch Association and the Knights of Columbus. Dad loved golf and curling.
Dad cared for mom at home for several years until she needed more care. He loved to be with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He loved them and they loved him back.
The family would like to thank the DECH and the OPH for all the care they gave to our dad. Special thanks to the EMT’s who were always compassionate, kind and understanding.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Oromocto Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 13th, 2025, from 6-8 pm, at the Oromocto Funeral Home, 108 Winnebago St., Oromocto, with a Legion tribute taking place at 6:45pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 14th, beginning at 11:00 am at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 25 Loisville St, Oromocto NB, with Fr. Callistus Abazie officiating. Interment will take place in the cemetery following the service. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Lung Association, Alzheimer Society, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences are gratefully accepted at www.oromoctofh.com.
What happened to this country of ours
The land of the brave and the free
And what happened to our old traditions
Like the kilt wearing RHC
The pipes would lead them in battle
Playing tunes like Bonnie Dundee
Its all part of the glorious tradition
That’s known as the RHC
They wore the kilt when needed
Had pipers to lead them along
Now all of this is finished
Like tradition its passing along
They went off to war like the others
They fought to keep Canada free
Men died to hold up the tradition
That was part of the RHC
The clans of Stewarts and Campbells
MacDougalls, MacDonalds, the best
The pipes no longer will lead them
And their kilts they have all laid to rest
Now that the Watch is over
And the pipers and kilts they are gone
The RHC is disbanded
But their glory still lingers on
-"ART" GALLANT
OROMOCTO
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