Passed away peacefully at University Hospital in London on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Born in Leamington on April 28, 1941, son of Hubert and Beatrice Cobbledick, William Arthur Cobbledick of Owen Sound, was in his 83rd year.

Beloved husband of the late Janet Cobbledick (nee Cole). Loving father of Shannon Delenardo and her husband Don of Keswick. Cherished grandpa to his “baby doll”, Melissa, of Keswick. Dear brother of Bob Cobbledick and his wife Donna of Grimsby, and Margaret Tamblyn and her wife Cecilia Coulas of Guelph. Dear brother-in-law of Wayne and Eileen Cole of Owen Sound, and Maizie and Mac Gamble of Chatsworth, and of Barb Cole of Owen Sound. Bill will also be missed by his nieces, nephews and friends.

Predeceased by his brother in laws Ernie and Barry Cole and sister-in-law Lynda Cole.

A special ‘thank you’ to everyone, the doctors and care givers, family and friends for the exceptional care given, support and compassion shown to Bill and his family as he fought his battle everyday up to the end.

A memorial service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th St. W., Owen Sound, 519-376-7492, on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 2:00 pm, with visitation two hours prior. Guests are encouraged to wear Bill’s favourite colour red, or your best cowboy boots. A reception will follow. Interment will take place in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Chatsworth or to Chapman House would be appreciated.