Obituary of William Rafuse

RAFUSE, William (Bill) - Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family and friends on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Hamilton. Loving husband of Nancy (Maw) Rafuse. Much loved father of Nick Maw. Beloved son of the late Rufus and Hilda. Bill is survived by his siblings Rick (Ellen), Julie (Tony) and predeceased by his sister Virginia. Bill will be fondly remembered by Tony (Char) Whynot, brothers-in-law Shane Maw (Melissa), Tim Maw (Bev), and Wayne Maw as well as extended family and friends whom he held close to his heart. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Avenue on Saturday, May 24th, 2014 from 1-2 p.m. A Memorial Service will follow in the chapel at 2 p.m. Immediately following the service please join the family for a celebration of life in memory of Bill at 39 Richter Street, Brantford, ON. Many Thanks to the Doctors and Nurses for their outstanding dedication, care and compassion that they showed to our family. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in memory of Bill to the SPCA, this would be greatly appreciated.