William Arnold “Bill” Adams was a simple man. His family was all he needed in life to be happy. His one and only daughter, Alexandra (Kevin); his grandchildren, Victoria (Jordan), Parker, and Cole, and his stepchildren, Nicole (Robert), and Jordyn (Melissa) were the center of his universe. We are sure Bill will be tuning his guitar, waiting to be reunited with his life partner, Suzanne Theriault, for another dance. To his family, Bill was their unsung hero. His love language was to be there for them always, unselfishly. His family will be “watching their step”, knowing he is walking alongside them.
Bill was proud of his Scottish heritage. His ancestors settled along the Restigouche River, where his cherished younger brother, Keith, still resides. His love for his late mother, Bertha, had no bounds. During his 4-month illness, Bill pulled strength from the qualities of the strong woman that raised three sons. She, alongside Bill’s late father Arnold Adams, instilled in them a vast love of the outdoors; picking wild strawberries, fishing salmon, and cutting wood along the homestead with her boys – Bill, the late Bruce Adams, and Keith. Bill always treasured these memories.
Bill’s career embodied his willingness to serve others. Starting his career as a Fish Warden, and then moving on to serve the Province of New Brunswick for 35 years. This included roles in Highway Patrol, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, Department of the Solicitor General, and finally retiring from the Department of Justice and Public Safety.
To know Bill was to love him, and we are honoured to have been loved by him.
In keeping with Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. Bill will be returning to rest in his beloved birthplace, Matapedia, Quebec. For those who wish, donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Fredericton Hospice House.
Carrol says
My sincerest condolences on your loss. My prayers are with you.
ruth paul says
Suzanne My thoughts ,love and prayers will be with you. I didn’t know Bill too well but what I knew of him I liked . The most important thing is the love he had for you and the love you had for him. Love never dies – it lives forever in memories.
Kevin and Becky Kelly says
Suzanne and family,
Our condolences to you and your family.
Sandra McDavid says
With deepest sympathy as you remember Bill.
Janice and Larry Scribnee says
So sorry for the loss of your husband Suzanne. Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family💗
Karen Bauer says
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss. May your friends and family surround you with their love and support in the days ahead.💕
Danielle Leblanc says
My condolences to you Suzanne and your entire family. You and Nicole and Tori are in our thoughts at this time. Hugs to you all.
Peggy Barton says
Suzanne and family.. deepest condolences to you at this sad time.. sending hugs..
Gayle McDavid says
Suzanne. Even though we have never met and I’ve only met Billy a few times I would like to offer you my sincere condolences. May God bless you and your family.
Gayle McDavid
lYNN /EDNA MAE CURTIS says
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Nelson Fox says
Suzanne & Family,
Our condolences to you and your Family,
Nelson Fox
Charlene Finnegan says
Suzanne and Family, We extend our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family, Bill was an exceptionally kind man who loved his family very much, a great boss and co-worker. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Charlene &Mike Finnegan
Tish & Claudie says
Alex (Kevin), Parker, & Cole
There are no words we can convey to help you through the loss of your dad & papa, except we are here to help you all through this most devastating difficult time. xo
Suzanne
So sorry for your loss! The memories you have shared throughout the years is a gift that can never be replaced. Please accept our sincere condolences. xo
Victoria
Sorry for your loss!! It’s not easy to loose a grandparent, but knowing Bill, you’ll always feel him near. xo
Keith
I, not we, knows how it feels to loose a sibling, which you have now lost two!! It’s something you never get over and a part of you goes with them. Share your memories! xo
Claudie & I thought the world of Bill, how could you not? He was such a kind soul and always had that special sparkle in his eyes when he looked at his daughter and our grandkids!! Bill, will be surely missed, but never forgotten.
Our sincere sympathy and condolences
Tish & Claudie xo
Dan Toner says
To Bill’s family – my sincere condolences on the loss of an exceptionally good man. I worked with Bill for five years at the Motor Vehicle Branch about a dozen years ago. He was incredibly knowledgeable and informed, but more importantly, he was a compassionate colleague and a stabilizing presence during times of chaos.
Bill was especially kind and encouraging to me when I lived through some tough circumstances, and he had a wonderful sense of humour. I regret that I didn’t work harder to keep in touch when I moved to other departments. I hope Suzanne, Alexandra and Bill’s grandchildren are aware of what a difference he made in the lives of so many people. Know also that he spoke of you often and with great love and pride. Bill and his family will be in my prayers. God bless.
Bill Harding says
Suzanne, I am a loss for words, so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great role model for all, an excellent leader, co-worker and just an overall great person. He will be missed.
Vernon Hodgson says
Sorry sorry to hear Alex
Our condolences to you Kevin Parker Cole and the rest of the family and friends