John (JW) William (Bill) Hale

December 23, 2014

HALE, JW (Bill)

JW (Bill) Hale, the beloved husband of Ada Hale, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at the age of 96 years. Bill was born in Brooks, AB and raised in the Duchess area. He resided on his farm west of Crossfield for most of his life. He is fondly remembered as a good friend and neighbor to many.

Besides his loving wife Ada, Bill is survived by his two sons, Lyle (Brenda) and Brent (Kim); four grandchildren, Justin (Darrah), Kyle, Lani (Tyler) and Chad (Jacquelyn); four great grandchildren, Rhett, Sadie, Jasper and Willa; brother, Jim Hale; and sisters, Gladys Muir and Clara Havens.

A Memorial Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at the Crossfield Community Centre, 900 Mountain Avenue, Crossfield, AB on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 1:30 pm.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bill’s honor may be made directly to the Crossfield Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 500, Crossfield, AB, T0M 0S0 or Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1Z6. The family wish to extend their thanks to the loyal nurses and compassionate caregivers at both the Bow View Manor in Calgary, AB and the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie, AB.

Messages of Condolence

I would have met Bill almost 30 years ago now. One of my fondest memories was when I was taking a walk down the country roads, back in l986. Bill came driving up behind me and pulled quickly over to the side of the road. He said, Debbie, has your car broke down and do you need a ride. I said no Bill, I was just going for a walk. He looked at me aghast and said, (On purpose? ). Dear Bill. My condolences to Ada and the entire Hale family. What a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Deb James.

- Debbie James

Ada and family, We would just like to send our condolences on the passing of Bill. From the time I was very young and still to this day, the corner of the Symons Valley road (where BJ Gallelli lives today), our family has always referred to it as " Bill Hales corner." We will think of him often when we use that corner. We are sorry for your loss.

- Cec and Betty Lynn

Our condolences go out to all the Hale family. Our thoughts our with you at this time.

- Jeff and Laurie Miller

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