Sleep well Bill and thank you for being such an amazing person and neighbour. You will be greatly missed.
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Precious and Louise
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Bill Ford (22 Nov 1944 - 2 Aug 2026)
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National Coastwatch Institution
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In loving memory of William ‘Bill’ Ford who sadly passed away on 2nd August 2026 at Southend Hospital.
He was a devoted husband to his late wife, Bren, a wonderful step dad, uncle and grandad (Pops Bill) who was loved by everyone he met. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all that knew him - but we know he is happy again, having made his way to be beside his Bren once again.
One of Bill’s keen hobbies was boats and the water. Right up until his passing, he was a volunteer member of Coastwatch for 14 years and looked forward to spending each Monday with his friends and team there. This is why we kindly ask people to donate to a cause close to his heart - NCI, the National Coastwatch Institution. If you would prefer, flowers are also more than welcome.
We will be celebrating his life at Basildon Crematorium (Riverview) at 12pm on Wednesday 2nd September. Afterwards, we will be heading to The Benfleet Yacht Club (SS8 0QT) - everyone is welcome.
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May you rest peacefully Bill. Sending love and strength to Stace and family xx
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Fair winds and following seas
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We were all so sad to hear of Bills passing. He was one of our favourite guests and we will miss him greatly.
Thinking of you all
With love from all Bill’s friends at Aspera
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Thinking of you all and sending love and hugs, Diane & Mark xx
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Happy memories of Bill, now reunited with Brenda xx
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Fly high,Bill. We will both miss you. Love Jackie & Michael.
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I will miss you and coming to do your garden Bill xxx
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Reunited with your lovely Brendax
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Thank you for everything Pops Bill, I will always carry you in my heart and miss you greatly. Be happy in heaven with Nanny Bren. Rest in peace and lots of love 🕊️🤍.
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I am very proud to say that Bill was my stepfather for almost 50 years and while losing him is extremely hard, I do like to think he will be reunited with Mum, his Bren.
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Rest in Peace Pops Bill 🕊️ thinking of you every day. Look after each other up there x
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You will be greatly missed Bill, by everyone xx
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Thank you for everything Bill, always in my heart xx
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Sadly missed by everyone at National Coastwatch Canvey Island. Bill was a valued and well respected member.
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We will miss you so much Bill & our chats on Skype with you and Bren every Christmas.
So many find memories of you both, in England & here in Australia.
Now reunited with Bren. May you R.I.P.
Our thoughts are with you, Stacey & family. Sorry we can't be there.
Love & best wishes from Dave & Dawn 🌹
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