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ROWCLIFFE: Billy Joe (BJ) of Hensall

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On February 28, 2013 @ 11:58 AM In Exeter,Obituary | 67 Comments

ROWCLIFFE: Billy Joe (BJ) of Hensall

At LHSC-University Hospital, London on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 of Hensall in his 57th year.  Beloved husband of Denise (Meagher) Rowcliffe.  Dear step-son of Betsy (Payne) Rowcliffe of Hensall.  Dear son-in-law of Jim and Cathy Meagher of Dublin.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Joanne Rowcliffe and Bob Simpson of Hensall and Timothy and Cherie Rowcliffe of Kanata.  Dear uncle of Zackary and Lily.  Predeaceased by his parents William Bishop and Jean Rowcliffe, his brother Alan Rowcliffe and brother-in-law Patrick Meagher.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 3rd at 2 PM with Pastor Doug Watson officiating.

Spring interment Hensall Union Cemetery.

Donations to the Hensall Union Cemetery, London Health Sciences Foundation – University Hospital, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

ROWCLIFFE: Billy Joe (BJ) of Hensall

Condolences for the family of “ROWCLIFFE: Billy Joe (BJ) of Hensall”

Condolence from Tammy & Dave Steeper on February 28th, 2013 12:05 PM

Denise,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you….BJ’s smile was infectious, we are so sorry for your loss…….thinking of you and both of your families at this very sad time……..oxoxo
R.I.P BJ.

Tammy & Dave Steeper

Condolence from Evelyn Steckle VIncent on February 28th, 2013 12:06 PM

Sincere sympathy to each of BJ’s family. Another person gone too young. Thinking of each of you.

Condolence from Craig & Carol Davidson on February 28th, 2013 12:45 PM

Joanne & Bob:
Our deepest & most heartfelt sympathy is extended to you at this most
difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely,
Craig & Carol

Condolence from Jim and Mary Lou Hyde on February 28th, 2013 1:49 PM

We were sad to hear of the passing of Billy Joe. Whenever we saw him he was always pleasant, easy going, and fun loving. We send our condolences to his entire family, but as we are out of country, are unable to attend his service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim and Mary Lou Hyde

Condolence from Leeanne Erb on February 28th, 2013 2:06 PM

Sorry for your loss to the entire Rowcliffe family BJ was a great man!! Deepest Sympathy to you all

Condolence from Chuck & Pam Ross on February 28th, 2013 2:06 PM

Denise, Joanne and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of Billy Joe’s passing. He was far too young. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Chuck & Pam

Condolence from Dave Frayne & Cathy Cade on February 28th, 2013 3:17 PM

Denise, Joanne, Tim and families
Sorry to learn of BJ’s passing. It was always nice to talk with him at the coffee shop and learn of his bus route and other passions.

Dave and Cathy

Condolence from Gary and Jane MacLean on February 28th, 2013 3:23 PM

So sorry to hear of Billy Joe’s passing. Please accept our condolences at this time.

Gary and Jane

Condolence from Marion McCarter on February 28th, 2013 3:39 PM

Denise
My heart goes out to you at this extremely difficult time – another busdriver – another life taken way too young. My thoughts and prayers are with you both now and in the time to come. It is not an
easy journey but treasure the good times and hold the memories
close and BJ will be in your heart forever.
Marion

Condolence from Perry and Michelle Sereda on February 28th, 2013 3:44 PM

Denise, Perry and I were very saddened to hear the loss of your husband and best friend. We were hopeful for a recovery as, like many have said, he was so very young and had so much to live for. As you said though, he has no more pain. We have great memories of BJ. One especially good one was the helping hand and generous heart given to our family when Perry’s father passed away. BJ was first in line to help with the harvest the day of the funeral. Perry’s memories of that are cherished. We are thinking and praying for you and your family during this most difficult time.

Perry and Michelle Sereda

Condolence from Kristina Mitchell & family on February 28th, 2013 4:09 PM

So sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family at this difficult time.

Condolence from Larry and Sandra Hern on February 28th, 2013 5:16 PM

We extend our sincere sympathy to you Denise and Joanne and Bob in your sad loss of BJ.

Condolence from Teo and Sieka Van Steeg on February 28th, 2013 5:41 PM

Our prayers are with you at this a time and days to come
May you find comfort in Him, who gives live and takes
He will be mist by many
Sincerely
Sieka and Teo van Steeg

Condolence from Laura Dunbar on February 28th, 2013 6:24 PM

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to the family.

Condolence from Diane McCarter on February 28th, 2013 6:30 PM

Dear Denise,
It is so sad to lose someone who truly enjoyed life. Cherish all the memories that you have. May you find comfort from the family and friends that surround you.
Hugs to you,
Dave, Diane and Travis

Condolence from Linda & Dennis Hackney on February 28th, 2013 6:32 PM

We are very sorry for your loss at this time, our prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Condolence from Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber on February 28th, 2013 6:43 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but lways near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Dianne, Linda and Steven.

Condolence from Katharine McEwen on February 28th, 2013 7:05 PM

So sorry to hear about Billy Joe. My sincere thoughts to Joanne and family at this time. Sincerely
Katharine McEwen

Condolence from Scott Dickson on February 28th, 2013 7:09 PM

Denise, Joanne, and Tim

My thoughts are with you at this time of loss. I will never forget the fun times I had, working with Billy-Joe, and you Joanne at Auto Rund.
I’ll always remember the pranks he would pull on Joanne.

Condolence from Cor & Leslie Groot on February 28th, 2013 7:10 PM

Denise & family
We send along our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. We were saddened to hear of BJ’s passing. Please know that your friends & neighbours will continue to keep you in their thoughts as you continue down this journey.

Sincerely,
Cor & Leslie Groot & family

Condolence from Murray Hunking on February 28th, 2013 7:38 PM

Denise,Joanne,and The Rowcliffe family, I am so sorry to hear about BJ. Any time we would see each other we would have good talks and a lot of laughs,You all are in my Thought’s and Prayer’s at this most difficult time,Hold on to the memories.Murray {the auto glass guy]

Condolence from Glenn & Missy Pfaff on February 28th, 2013 10:22 PM

So saddened by the news of BJ’s passing. Thinking of many good memories today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Ross Alexander on March 1st, 2013 12:01 AM

Bj’s death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Denise your love for each other leaves a memory no one can steal. I met BJ in my back yard when his dad came over to visit my dad…… that was a couple years before our first day at school … We where good friends by then and ever since. His shy grin , sense of humor and great spirit will always be remembered. My condolances to you and your family.

Condolence from Pete and Wendy Case on March 1st, 2013 7:57 AM

So sorry to hear this news. Billy Joe was a great guy who will be missed by everyone. Pete, Wendy and family

Condolence from Jackie Bilyea (McCaughey) on March 1st, 2013 9:09 AM

Denise,

So sorry to hear about your loss. You have been through a lot but you are a strong person and you will have all of your fond memories of BJ and Pat of course.

Our condolences from all my family to yours. Wish you the best.

Condolence from Mark & Amanda Stone on March 1st, 2013 9:13 AM

Denise & Family , our prayers go out to your family , what a wonderful man BJ was , a warm smile , a joke or two , the odd pint at the pub , ariving in Exeter BJ was the first to say hello , giving us the handle , the stones , We will miss him and his friendship ,
Our depest thoughts go out to you ,

Mark , Amanda & Family

Condolence from Dennis McBride & Heather Ament on March 1st, 2013 9:19 AM

Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences on the loss of Billy Jo. May your memories comfort you in the days ahead….

Sincerely,
Dennis & Heather and family

Condolence from Cheryl Warden (McCarter) on March 1st, 2013 9:28 AM

Denise

Thinking of you at this difficult time. Just know the memories are never forgotten and he will live on within you.

Cheryl & Ernie Warden

Condolence from Tracy (Francis) & Ray Lamont on March 1st, 2013 10:32 AM

Our deepest sympathy to all of BJ’s family at this time.

Condolence from Tom, Tracy Humphreys & family on March 1st, 2013 10:53 AM

Denise and Rowcliffe Family.

Sorry to hear of Billy Joe’s passing. May you cherish his memories and keep them close to your heart. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Tom, Tracy Humphreys and family.

Condolence from Brenda & Greg Dayman on March 1st, 2013 12:13 PM

Denise, Joanne, Tim & families
We where so shocked to hear of the passing of BJ…what a great guy he was & always a smile on his face!!
Another one gone far to young!!
May your memories bring you comfort in the days to follow!!
Sincerely, Greg & Brenda

Condolence from Eduard and Karin Zehetner on March 1st, 2013 12:30 PM

Denise, Joanne, Tim and families,
we are so saddend to hear about B.J.’s passing.He was a great guy with a big heart, always willing to lend a hand. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Eduard, Karin, Stefan and Christina

Condolence from Peggy and Geoff Craven on March 1st, 2013 1:29 PM

We offer our sympathy and sadness after learning of Billy Joe’s death. We loved our nephew as much as he loved his wife, brother, sister and cousins, and all of us will miss him.

Condolence from John & Carol Coleman on March 1st, 2013 2:25 PM

Denise, Joanne and families.
We were shocked and sadden to learn that BJ had passed away. Take care in knowing that in time the numbness will fade away as you will hold on to every precious and fond memory you ever created.
Thinking of you all.

Condolence from Karen & Randy Stanlake on March 1st, 2013 2:45 PM

We will miss his smiling face waving to us whenever we saw him.
I remember having long conversations while visiting with him and Boris years ago.
He will be very much missed in the Hensall community. Take comfort he is not suffering and is at peace, with his parents.

Condolence from Cathy Day-McQuarrie on March 1st, 2013 3:43 PM

My depest sympathies on the loss of BJ. I know many people who spoke very well of him. Holly always spoke of him as being a very good person and bus driver.

Condolence from Liz Campbell & Ron Kennedy on March 1st, 2013 4:07 PM

Denise, Joanne, and Tim
So sorry to hear about BJ, another smiling face will be missed in our area. Cherish all your memories of him. Thinking of you in the days ahead.
Sincere sympathy
Liz & Ron

Condolence from Sue Craig on March 1st, 2013 4:21 PM

Denise; It is with heavy heart I write these words, remember the times of laughter and fun. Memories are yours forever,they don’t go away…and with time…it does get easier. I live by these words…put one foot in front of the other…and hold your head high. BJ would want that for you. My heart goes out to you!!

RIP My friend!!!

Condolence from Ken & Deb Regier & family on March 1st, 2013 4:45 PM

Bob & Joanne & all the Rowcliffe family

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Keep all those fond memories close to your heart.

Condolence from Terry & Judy McCarthy on March 1st, 2013 4:48 PM

Denise:

So sorry to hear of BJ’s passing Please accept our deepest sympathy Also to Joanne & Bob. We are thinking & praying for you at this difficult time.

Terry & Judy McCarthy & family

Condolence from Tim and Patti deVries on March 1st, 2013 5:30 PM

So sorry for your loss Tim and Joanne..our prayers and thoughts are with you all..but always remember that he is now in a good place,and free of pain and is watching over all of you

Tim and Patti deVries

Condolence from Gabbie and Margaret Mol on March 1st, 2013 5:55 PM

please accept our sincere condolences with the loss of B.J
Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Condolence from Bev & Ann Simpson on March 1st, 2013 9:17 PM

Denise
We are so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Please know
that we are thinking of you at this sad time.

Condolence from Brad & Anne Mousseau on March 1st, 2013 9:55 PM

Denise, Joanne & Bob, Tim & Cherie, Betsy & the Meagher family
We were shocked and deepley saddened to learn of Billy Joe’s passing. We hold you in our thoughts & prayers through this difficult time.
Brad & Anne

Condolence from Jack & Elaine Chipchase on March 1st, 2013 10:30 PM

What sad news–our sincere sympathy to Joanne and family

Condolence from Larry & Evelyn Elder on March 2nd, 2013 12:14 AM

With profound sadness, sorrow and a touch of surprise, do we learn of Billy-Joe’s untimely death. We extend our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the entire Rowcliffe family at this most difficult and sorrowful time – a time understandably made more painful by BJ’s relative youth, and occurring in the shadow of grief cast by the still recent death of William B. They both were singular and colourful individualists, and their many circles of friends and aquaintences are much diminished in their absence. Our warm thoughts and prayers for grace and strength.

Condolence from Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack and Sam Finlayson on March 2nd, 2013 7:00 AM

Denise and family,

So sorry to hear about BJ. There isn’t a time that I can remember that he didn’t have a smile on that face!!! You are in our thoughts!!

Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack & Sam

Condolence from CINDY MCQUAID on March 2nd, 2013 8:43 AM

ANOTHER SAD DAY ANOTHER BUSDRIVER GONE THEY MUST BE SHORT OF DRIVERS SOME WERE BUT DO THEY HAVE TO KEEP TAKING THE GOOD ONES HE LEFT MANY GREAT MEMORIES AND WILL BE MISS BY ALL I GIVE THANKS TO HAVING SUCH A GOOD FRIEND CINDY

Condolence from jim fleming on March 2nd, 2013 9:14 AM

I’m sorry to read of billy joe’s passing. He was a nice guy.

Condolence from Eric & Colleen Reymer on March 2nd, 2013 9:37 AM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. His smile will never be forgotten.

Eric & Colleen Reymer

Condolence from Ron and Rose Scotchmer on March 2nd, 2013 11:16 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss of BJ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Condolence from Pauline Passmore & Patty Masnica on March 2nd, 2013 12:05 PM

Our thoughts & prayers are with the whole family. Speak & remember BJ everyday as this is a healing process, now he is with Tiny and they can both watch over us all!!!

Condolence from Frenchie (Larry) on March 2nd, 2013 12:29 PM

I’m sorry to hear of B. J.’s passing.
Please accept my condolences at this very sad time.
Frenchie (Exeter)

Condolence from Andrew Craven on March 2nd, 2013 1:35 PM

Joanne and Tim, so sorry to hear of Billy Joe’s passing, please accept my sincere condolences.

Condolence from Kate & Danielle Kennedy on March 2nd, 2013 3:11 PM

I had BJ as a bus driver during school years, and he was always so full of cheer, never seen him without a smile… Our thoughts and prayers to the Rowcliffe family. He will be missed by many

Condolence from RICK AND CAROL BORDEN on March 2nd, 2013 3:44 PM

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIS HUMOUR AND SMILE.

Condolence from Rob and Karen Hocking on March 2nd, 2013 3:54 PM

So terribly sorry to hear of B.J.’s passing. We have been remembering things from times gone by. I particularly have been thinking of our visit to Brazil in early 1986. B.J. said,” Lets go on a trip, but not Florida, someplace else.” I agreed, and that’s how we wound up in a canoe on the Amazon. I never would have seen it had it not been for him. Although jobs and families took up a lot of our time since, it was always a delight when we had a conversation or got together for an event. Our thoughts are with the entire family during these difficult days.

Condolence from Don & Lillian Hocking on March 3rd, 2013 10:36 AM

Joanne, our sincere sympathy to you and family. We have fond memories of Billy Joe, his visits and especially when he brought our cherished family pet “Freckles” to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Pete Tuckey & Janet Prout on March 3rd, 2013 10:40 AM

Denise, Bob & Joanne,

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May BJ’s memory live within your hearts forever.

Pete & Janet

Condolence from Bob, Sharon, Megan, Nicole & Scott Pavkeje on March 3rd, 2013 10:57 AM

We are very saddened to hear of BJ’s passing. He was a great bus driver for Usborne and made each one of the kids feel special with a greeting as they got on, great treats and roses for the girls on Valentine’s Day. Even after they graduated, BJ always asked about the kids and was truly interested in them. You will be missed BJ, rest in peace.

Condolence from Nancy and Peter Case on March 3rd, 2013 1:09 PM

Please accept our heartfelt condolences. The Rowcliffe family has such a special place in our hearts and we mourn the far-too-early loss of Billy-Joe. Our thoughts are with you all.
Nancy and Peter Case.

Condolence from brenda and dave palsa on March 3rd, 2013 1:28 PM

Denise- our sympathies to you in the loss of BJ- we just returned from holiday and unfortunately were not available for his service- take memories with you and keep them in your heart- they will last forever- he will be missed

Condolence from Pauline Newell on March 3rd, 2013 2:19 PM

My sincere condolences to all of BJ’s family. He was never without a smile at Murphy’s and always had time to stop and chat. He’s gone to join his fellow drivers who also passed on too soon. Keep and treasure your memories of him and the hurt will ease in time. Keeping you all in my prayers.

Condolence from Ken and Doreen Fraser on March 5th, 2013 7:30 PM

Joanne, Tim and family

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of the news. We are in disbelief of what had happened. Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to your families and to Denise. So sad to see you go B.J.

Condolence from Sue Riley/Neil McAllister on March 5th, 2013 7:44 PM

Denise, Joanne & Tim: Will miss BJ’s words of wisdom – always had time to talk when we saw him…another one too young to be taken from us.

Condolence from Gord McNeice on July 30th, 2013 6:43 PM

Only just heard of BJ’s passing. When I moved to Hensall back in 1988, he took me under his wing and introduced me to his friends, farming, etc. One night he and I met my future wife at Lester’s. He was a good friend.

Condolence from Tom McNeice on July 30th, 2013 7:05 PM

Just recently heard of B.J.’s passing and sorry to hear of your loss. He was a good ‘ol boy and always made me feel at home when we visited the farm in our younger years. May your memories of B.J. give you comfort in the future.

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