William "Bill" Howard Prentice's obituary , Passed away on November 24, 2025 in Brooks, Alberta

William "Bill" Howard Prentice

May 16, 1942 - November 24, 2025 (83 years old)

Brooks, Alberta

William "Bill" Howard Prentice's obituary , Passed away on November 24, 2025 in Brooks, Alberta

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William "Bill" Howard Prentice

May 16, 1942 - November 24, 2025 (83 years old)

Brooks, Alberta

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William Howard Prentice Obituary

The world bids farewell to William Howard Prentice of Brooks, Alberta, born in Outlook, Saskatchewan, departing on November 24, 2025 at the age of 83. William leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact William had on those he encountered along his journey. Though William may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his son Grant Prentice; his brother John; and his parents, Violet Prentice and Bud Prentice. He is survived by: his wife Shirley Prentice; his children, Paul Prentice (Tara) of Brooks and Corla Prentice (Al Cyr); his granddaughters, Breanna Smith (Kadin) and Tenille De Vries (Isaak); and his great grandchild Kaizza De Vries of Medicine Hat, AB.. He is also survived by extended family members and many close friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Heritage INN and Convention Centre (1217 2 St W, Brooks, AB T1R1P7).

In lieu of flowers, family and friends if so desire, please donate directly to the Brooks and District Health Foundation or the Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral Home Ltd



Sat

Dec 13

Celebration of life

2:00 PM

Heritage INN and Convention Centre
1217 2 St W, Brooks, AB T1R1P7

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