1965 ~ 2022
Peacefully on August 6, 2022, William Donaldson passed away at the Beausejour Hospital at the age of 57.
William was born in Winnipeg on January 4, 1965, and was moved into foster care as an infant. He graduated from the Special Education program at Kildonan East Collegiate in 1986, and began attending a Day Program with WASO in Winnipeg shortly thereafter. A few years later, William moved out to Beausejour and became connected with his forever family at the Association for Community Living – Beausejour Branch.
William, or “Willy” as known to many close friends, was a fun, caring, and sometimes mischievous man. Anyone who knew William knew of his love for wrestling. He boasted a large collection of wrestling shirts, magazines, and posters, and was proud to show them off to everyone. William was also a big sports fan, and proudly wore his favorite team jerseys while cheering them on. William loved music, singing karaoke, bowling, and was active with the Beausejour Special Olympics team for many years. William had a large circle of friends, many of whom he considered his family.
William will be missed by all who knew him, most especially by Tim and Ashley Legrand who cared for him for many years. Jase, Sophie, and Sadie Legrand will always remember their “Uncle Will”, and his memory will live on with them for a lifetime.
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out” – Dr. Suess
Funeral service will be held Monday, August 15, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel; 1035 Park Ave. E., Beausejour, MB, with interment to follow in the Beausejour Town Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in William’s memory to the Association for Community Living – Beausejour Branch Inc.
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Laurie McLean
William was a great guy! Not the best singer…but he sure put his heart into everything! He will be missed. It was wonderful working with him.
Janice zakaluk
Great sense of humour. Wonderful laugh. Filled the room with joy. Rest In Peace.
Brenda Lange
Willy was an amazing unique person! I’m very glad I had the chance to get to know him. Thoughts are with you Tim Ashley and family as I know he has a very special place in your heart. Rest In Peace my friend.
Bill and Heather Barendregt
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tim, Ashley and family.
Bill & Heather
Nicole & Matt Sawatzky
He was such a lovely, and happy soul. So very thankful I got the chance to know him. Loved him.
My condolences to you, Tim, Ashley and family. Praying for you all.
Glen and Heather Godri
Willy was an awesome, fun guy. So sorry for your loss Tim, Ashley, Jase, Sophie and Sadie. We will be keeping you close in mind.❤️
Muriel Mackenzie
My thoughts of Willy are filled with sadness. Willy and my daughter Wanda were a couple for a number of years .Willy had many visits to our home for dinner dates with Wanda. Willy was always loving and entertaining. He was a good person and wanted to be loved by all. RIP dear William.
James
Rest in peace my friend…always cherished the big hugs I got when I saw you….so glad you were able to have that trip of a lifetime in Vegas and had such a blast! Till we meet again…