Peacefully at the Kemptville General Hospital on Friday November 30, 2012 with family by his side. Bill Garland passed away in his 96th year. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Emily Garland and his first wife Doris Garland of 65 years. Beloved husband of Gail Garland. Loving father of Karen Annis (late Gordon). Cherished grandfather of Leslie and Bradley and great grandfather of Audrey and Xavier. Loving step-father of Patrick Dwinnell, Tricia Schots, Dianne Marchegiano and Donald Dwinnell. Cherished step grandfather of 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Dear and close friend to Bob and Anne Dutcher of Brockville. Bill was a Flight Lieutenant in the RCAF for 30 years, a WWII Veteran, a Proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Canaught Range Rifle Club and Honorable Life member of the Beth Donovan Hospice. Most importantly Bill was a Kind and Gentle man. Friends may call at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls for visitation on Sunday December 2, 2012 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM . A Celebration of Life will take place on Monday December 3, 2012 in the Chapel at 2 PM. Interment Union Cemetery, Merrickville. Donations in memory of Bill to the Merrickville Legion Branch 245 Access Ramp would be appreciated.