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Published on 05/01/2022
GILCHRIST - William Normandale Bill died peacefully at The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital on Friday, 10th December 2021, in the loving company of his wife of 63 years, Betty. Beloved father to Sarah and the late Julie; cherished grandfather to Marcus, Kevin, Maxwell, Alexander, and Scott; and loved-from-afar great-grandfather to Veronica, Ailie, and Wild. The second of three generations of journalists in the family, Bill started his career at the Press and Journal in Aberdeen before moving to Glasgow to join the BBC's television news editorial staff where he remained for 31 years. Bill's heart shone bright with kindness and generosity, and he lived to serve those he loved. A thanksgiving service will be held at St Paul's Church in Milngavie on Tuesday, 11th January 2022, at 11.30am. All are welcome. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Marie Curie in loving memory of Bill. For those unable to attend the service, a live stream link is available at: www.westreamitfunerals.co.uk/gilchristw
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Sign in to add a tributeWe shared many wonderful visits with your father and treasure those memories.
My favourite memory of your Dad is when he took me aside on the morning of your wedding day and asked me to take you out for coffee to help distract you and keep you calm. I thought then what an amazing Dad he must be, ever watchful of his beautiful daughter and wanting to keep her safe. I truly don’t remember exactly what he said. What I do remember is how it made me feel and think about him. A truly loving and caring father. He was so concerned about you and wanted your day to be perfect.
Mark will forever remember the infamous ‘golfing incident’ and how stoic your Dad remained throughout the trauma of that day, even sipping his beer through a straw as he did not want to miss the ‘19th hole’!
Everyone here in the Young family sends their love.
May your hearts find solace in beautiful memories of your Dad, Granddad and Great granddad. He is with you always in this way. Much live, Sandy and Thien
While we did not have the pleasure of meeting your father,, we know that he was inspirational and an important influence in your life.
We wish Sarah and Tom and family best wishes in this difficult time.
Sincerely, Shannon and Gerry
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