In Loving Memory of

William Faulder

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Bill Faulder lived a vigorous and loving life for 88 years, dying suddenly of a suspected heart attack. Though his son Graham and daughter Liane would have wanted more time with him, the family is grateful to have had hissteady and patient presence for as long as we did.

Born in Edmonton to Isaac and Dorothy Faulder, Bill was raised on the north side along with his sister Dorrie. He took piano lessons and grew to love music, playing the clarinet in school bands. He also curled at the highest levels in Alberta's Brier playdowns. Bill worked for the bulk of his career at Western Supplies, a plumbing and heating wholesaler, rising to the position of general manager.

After marrying Betty Strong in 1956, Bill became father to Liane, Warren, and Graham, driving the threesome to many piano lessons and coaching hockey along the way. A boisterous group of close friends from the construction industry surrounded Betty and Bill, and the Faulder home in Lynnwood hosted many a raucous Grey Cup party.

Bill loved to golf, a commitment that led him to become president of the Edmonton Country Club. He was also president of the Edmonton Construction Association and volunteered as treasurer for several organizations including Bill and Betty's beloved church, St. Timothy's Anglican, where he sang in the choir. In mid-life, Bill took up the clarinet again and joined the Cosmopolitan Music Society. Blessed with good health and seemingly endless energy, he contributed greatly to the Edmonton Schoolboys Alumni Band, and played the saxophone for the Central Lions Seniors Association's big band and swing band, always taking a leadership role. Bandmates describe him as having a remarkable ability to herd cats.

In 2019, the Faulders moved to Canterbury Manor, where Bill made new friends and became president of the residents' committee. He continued to play golf (nearly beating his age by shooting 89 in his last season at Broadmoor). He spent many afternoons visiting Betty at the nursing home, where she continues to reside. His son Warren, always remembered as the one who could make dad laugh, predeceased Bill in 1984. Much beloved by his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, Bill is remembered as a true gentleman, a steadfast husband and father, and a loyal friend.

A celebration of Bill's life will be held on Monday, April 3 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Timothy's Anglican Church (8420-145 St.). The service will be live- streamed and available to view after the event for those who are not able to attend virtually.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Timothy's, or the Central Lions Seniors Association to support its band programs.

Arrangements entrusted to Foster & McGarvey Downtown Funeral Home.