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BILL MCLEOD Greatly missed by his family but now rejoicing in the presence of His Saviour, Rev. Wilbert Bill Laing McLeod died Saturday, July 28, 2012, after a brief illness at Seven Oaks Hospital, Winnipeg, in his 94th year. Dearly loved husband of Barbara McLeod (nee Robinson) for over 70 years; loving father of Judith Hay (Dan), Winnipeg, MB; Lois Churchill (Winston), Airdrie, AB; Joanna Shaule (Darrell), Lucan, ON; Timothy McLeod (Annette), Kamloops, BC and Naomi McLeod, Toronto, ON. Dearest Grandpa of 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren, plus many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, a daughter Ruth, and three brothers. Bill was born in Winnipeg and invited Jesus into his life at the age of 22. This life-changing experience became his impetus for life and ministry. Bill's first pastorate was at a small church in Rosthern, Saskatchewan, following which he moved on to become a circuit pastor at Strathclair, Burdette, Shoal Lake and Birtle. In 1945, Bill joined the Shantymen's Christian Association where he ministered in logging camps until 1953. At that time God led Bill to begin the Tabor Baptist Chapel in Transcona. Bill also served a brief stint as the district superintendent of 40 churches scattered over 1000 miles. In 1962, Bill began ministry at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Saskatoon, where he remained until God led him into full-time revival ministry 10 years later. As a member of Canadian Revival Fellowship, and more recently Life Action Ministry, Bill traveled in Canada and abroad for many years, challenging believers to a deeper walk with God. Though unable to travel extensively in recent years, Bill continued to welcome ministry opportunities in and around Winnipeg. Throughout the years, he established and directed several Bible camps including Bird River Bible Camp in Manitoba and Nemieben Lake Wilderness Camp in Saskatchewan. Bill will be remembered for his knowledge of the Scriptures, a faith-filled prayer life, powerful Scripture-centered preaching, love for his family and friends and the outdoors. Viewing for family and friends will be held Monday, August 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Friends Funeral Service, 2146 Main Street, Winnipeg (204-339-5555). A private family interment will take place at Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Winnipeg. A Celebration of Pastor Bill's life will be held at Grant Memorial Church, 877 Wilkes Ave., Winnipeg on Tuesday, August 7 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trans World Radio (Box 25324, London, Ontario N6C 6B1) or to a Mission Agency of your choice. Personal condolences may be forwarded to the family at http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/billmcleod.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 02, 2012
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Uncle Bill was a giant of a man, thanks to the grace of God. He showed me what true evangelism is about, and I'm forever grateful for his witness. Thank you, Uncle Bill. - Posted by: Johann Walter (Ex-nephew-in-law) on: Mar 14, 2014
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His earthly presence will be greatly missed, but we have to remember that now it is time to say hello to him in Heaven. - Posted by: Jared Olojan (Great Grandson) on: Aug 07, 2012
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I am so grateful to God for grandpa, his kind and smiling face with a twinkle in his eye, and how he demonstrated his love for God for us to see. - Posted by: jennifer jiranek (grandaughter) on: Aug 07, 2012
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Bill McLeod mentored me while he visited our home church in Virden in the late 80's or early 90's. Some of what he taught me I still use today. I wish I could be at the funeral however, I am in Winkler attending another event. Our prayers are with you. rev david smith - Posted by: Pastor David Smith (Was Mentored by Bill McLeod) on: Aug 07, 2012
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It has been a very sad time, and yet Gods grace and love have been so evident in this time of grandpas passing. -love and miss him, but he is with his sweet Jesus. - Posted by: Tobi McLeod (Grand daughter) on: Aug 04, 2012
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Pastor Bill will be greatly missed. His warm smile was matched by an engaging handshake, his love of scripture by an encyclopedic memory. Few could inspire the same conviction and hope in Christ. - Posted by: Tim Cavey (Friend) on: Aug 03, 2012
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My Mother and I spent many summers at Bird River Bible camp with home made bread etc. and Mr. McLeod and his amazing messages at the Springfield Mission as well. We will meet again. - Posted by: Amy Laird (Friend ) on: Aug 02, 2012
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A good friend and very influencial person to our family in the 1950s, Bill had a great sense of humour to go along with a memory of Bible verses second to none. He reached a lot of young people at camps like Bird River which he basically started. Probaby wishes they had fishing in Heaven..... - Posted by: Vic Laird (Long time acquaintance) on: Aug 02, 2012
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my condolences to the family xoxoxo Eva - Posted by: Eva Wernerstern () on: Aug 02, 2012
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We had only lived in Saskatoon for 4 months when my father died. Pastor Mcleod was the pastor at Ebenezer Baptist church. I think he was a man that once you met him you would not forget. The Revivals with the Setera Twins. He was someone who would talk to even the children. We were lucky that he lived in the house on the corner which was 3 houses away.I send my condolences to all of his family. - Posted by: Darlene Deslauriers(Viau) (Was the pastor of our church(Ebenezer Baptist church-Saskatoon Sask.) on: Aug 02, 2012
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I have heard Bill preach and it was so good to listen to him. He also did the eulogy at my husband's funeral and has been greatly admired for his work. - Posted by: Betty Morrison (friend) on: Aug 02, 2012
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A brother in Christ that will be greatly missed. Our loss is heaven's gain. Truly a great man of God. - Posted by: Chris Franczyk (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2012