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Ernest William "BILL" Brightland

May 17, 2024

May 27, 1940 - May 17, 2024

In loving memory ~

With heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Bill on May 17, 2024. He is predeceased by his parents Annah and Arthur Brightland. Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years Margaret, his children Sarah Maier (Eric) of Utah and Alistar Brightland (Sara) of Qualicum Beach, his grandchildren Ian Maier, Erica Piehl, Isaac Brightland and Rowan Brightland, and his great granddaughter Olivia Piehl.

Bill was born in Coronation Alberta on May 27, 1940, only child of Arthur and Annah Brightland.

Bill was a graduate of Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary and University of Alberta in Edmonton. He was a radio operator and electronic technician for DND in Fort Reliance, NW Territories and RCMP in Edmonton. After becoming a teacher Bill taught electronics in Medicine Hat, Alberta and metalwork and math in Port Alberni, BC.

On Retirement he became a sheep farmer, a ham radio operator, and with his wife Margaret a B&B Operator in Tofino. He was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion in Qualicum Beach, BC.

At Bills request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Salvation Army in Bills name.

 Yates Memorial Services



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