October 28, 1929 – October 18, 2024   

It is with deep sadness that the family of Verne Williams announces his passing in Kamloops, B.C., just 10 days short of his 95th birthday. 

Verne was predeceased by his wife, Carol in 2011 and leaves behind his daughters, Joy Gregorash (Bob), Shelley Thomas (Terry) and son Bill Williams (Melody), his cherished granddaughters, Erin Gregorash (Kevin Topping) and Holly Andres (Spencer) and great grandson Greyson Topping. Also left to mourn Verne’s passing are his step grandchildren, Christopher Thomas, Daniel Fitzpatrick, Crystal Fitzpatrick and their families. 

Verne was born in Shoal Lake, Manitoba the day before the stock market crash of 1929. He and his parents moved to Vancouver and after graduating from high school, Verne joined the RCMP. Verne had many postings around the country throughout his service. He met Carol in Prince George, they were married in 1958, and after 35 years he retired from the RCMP in Vernon in 1983. Verne spent several summers working with the Vernon Army Cadet Camp, running the canoe camp on the Shuswap River near Enderby. Verne also worked for the BC Coroner’s Service until 1995. 

Verne was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed yearly hunting trips all though his life and he snowmobiled regularly until three years ago. Several times this summer, Verne managed to get out into the bushes on his ATV. 

Verne was the epitome of a gentleman and a family man. He was devoted to his children and his granddaughters. We will miss you Dad. 

Verne’s family would like to express our heartfelt and sincere thanks to the staff at Chartwell Ridgepointe, the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice and Dr. Robert Baker, you all helped make Dad’s final journey a gentle one. 

There will be no service by request. 

A gift to the Canadian Cancer Society or your local hospice in Verne’s name would be greatly appreciated. 

You may offer a message of condolence at Schoening Funeral Service for the Williams family. 

• Date : 2024-10-18
• Location : Kamloops