Date of birth: April 5, 1956
Date of death: Nov 19, 2022
Parents: Eva Patterson, Hillary Miller
Caregiver,
Naturalist,
Gifted musician.
It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Miller announce his sudden death on November 19, 2022, age 66, beloved son of Hillary and Eva (deceased), youngest brother to Kerry (Geraldine) and Sherrill (Neil). Bill was totally dedicated to his family and his community. Although he had opportunities to pursue different paths, he chose Wakeham in Gaspé as his home enjoying the surrounding woods, rivers and wildlife while working with ZEC. He became the main caregiver and advocate for both his parents and his Uncle Keith when their health declined. Weekly Sunday drives, most often with his mother Eva in the passenger seat, took him to favourite spots in Forillon National Park or the Gaspé Peninsula. These excursions allowed him to develop his love and talent for nature photography. Many of his favourite photos have been shared with his friends and family via social media. Music was his main passion. He taught himself to play a variety of guitars eventually focusing his musical talents on pedal steel guitar. Bill lived his life to the fullest while accepting changes in his health status. Those who truly knew Bill will recognize the courage, love and independence he demonstrated at the end of his life. Although we will all miss his kindness and generosity, the gifts he left behind will live on with us forever. A celebration of Bill’s life will be planned sometime in the future. Donations in Bill’s memory can be made to a charity of your choice.
Professional services have been entrusted to the Valère Fortin Funeral Home, a subsidiary of the HG Division network certified Distinction by the Corporation des thanatologues du Quebec and by the bureau de normalisation du Québec.
The management and staff of HG Division offer their deepest condolences to the family and thank them for their trust.
Message from Roberto Gagnon December 10, 2022
Sincere condoleances to the family.
Billy was a great musician and overall a great person. It has been a great pleasure to share the stage with him and feel his passion for music.
Thank you Bill and rest in peace.
Message from Patterson December 02, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Billy’s family , friends & his fellow musicians. Pleasant man to talk with…ivy ❤️
Message from FADOQ Région Gaspésie Îles-de-la-Madeleine December 02, 2022
We here at the Fédération de l’Âge d’or du Québec région Gaspésie – Îles-de-la-Madeleine were truly sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. William Miller.
Please allow me, on behalf of all of us at the FADOQ GÎM, to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
From all of us at the FADOQ GîM, please accept our most sincere condolences.
Message from Cory Bechervaise November 26, 2022
My deepest sympathies to the family of Bill. May you rest in peace Bill.
Message from Béatrice Jalbert November 25, 2022
So sad, Billy was a very good neighbour. 🌹🌹
Message from Colin and Cathy November 25, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to all the family
Message from Rosemary & Frank Coffin-Steel November 25, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May talk the wonderful memories you are left with bring you peace and comfort
Message from Sheila Rooney November 25, 2022
Our Deepest Condolences to all members of the family ,I remember Billy from the Legion in Gaspe and when he visited his Mom at Mgr Ross,he was so kind and gentle . Rest In Peace BILLY. Sheila &Earl.
Message from Andrée Tremblay et Jacques Gratton November 25, 2022
Quel chagrin!!!! Billy was such a noble soul!
Message from Judy and Yvan Frenette. November 25, 2022
Our sympathies to Bill's family.He was a good hearthed man with an incredible talent for music.I played music with him for more than thirty years and he will never be forgotten.Rest in peace Bill.
Judy and Yvan.
Message from Peter & Lila johnson November 24, 2022
Offering sincere condolences to Kerri his sister family , and friends . May you all find peace in your memories.
Message from Boyd & Gertie O'Brien November 24, 2022
RIP Billy. I will most certainly miss our conversations at the Legion over a cold one. My sympathy to all his family members.
Message from Nancy Boyle November 24, 2022
He will be missed and remembered for his many talents, kindness, and generosity.
Message from Brad and Janice Syvret November 24, 2022
Deepest sympathies to all of Billy’s family and friends.
He will be greatly missed in our community. We are so sad to hear of his passing. The angels have gained a great musician, and person, for their choir.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Will be so missed. He will live on through his photography & his music.
Will miss seeing him when we go home as we always had a wonderful chat with him.
Cathy (Sams) Taugher & Gary Taugher
Message from Benoit and Gail Dorion November 24, 2022
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Billys family and friends. He was a gentleman and musician who will be missed by many. May He Rest in Peace.
Message from Réjean Pelletier November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Billy’s family.
Message from Len and Golda Gauthier November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to all family members.
Message from Ted & Gayle Cotton November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Bill’s family and friends. We will always remember the great times that we shared with Bill while playing in the band. R. I. P Billy you will always be remembered and forever in our hearts
Message from Jason Patterson November 24, 2022
My deepest sympathies to the Miller family. You are in our thoughts
Message from Art Jones November 24, 2022
My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Message from Connie November 24, 2022
Thoughts & Prayers are with our Family at this difficult time
May You find comfort from the support of Family & Friends but
Only time will heal the pain
Message from Denis Sinnett & Dena Rooney November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Billy's family.
May he Rest in Peace !
Message from Claire Thibault November 24, 2022
You will be missed by so many Billy. May your soul rest in peace my friend. My sympathies to his family
Message from Labbé November 24, 2022
My sincere condolences to Bill’s family and friends
Message from Micheline Proulx & Roger Quenneville November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Billy’s family.🌺
Message from Scott and Susan Palmer November 24, 2022
Our Deepest Sympathies to Bill's family.May he Rest in Peace. He will be missed by a lot of people.
Message from Stephen Duguay November 24, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Billy's family. It was a great honor to play music with such a fine gentleman and musician. RIP my friend.
Message from Nadine and Al November 24, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to all Bill’s family and friends.
We will always cherish the memories we have of his wonderful music, and his beautiful pictures! A great Guy!
RIP BILL !
Message from Sandra Eden Lavigne November 24, 2022
Sending my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Billy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Message from Patrick Clark November 24, 2022
Deepest sympathies to you all , may he Rest in Peace