Bill Edgar Shears Obituary

The family of Bill Edgar Shears of Parsons Pond, Newfoundland announces his passing on September 11, 2026. Bill, born on September 16, 1946, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honour of Bill Edgar Shears or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Bill for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Bill’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Adelaide; children: Freddy (Chantal), Jeremy (Pearl) and Tammy (Byron); grandchildren: T. J (Erika), Kayla (Bruce), Shannon (Johnny) and Dane; great-grandchildren: Jaxon, Jorga, Billy, Isaak, Mia and Quinn; siblings: Laverne, Dave (Kim), Jackie (Bruce), Brenda, Harry (May), Junior, Julia, Daisy (Gary), Ivy (Pleman), Susan (Eric), Gladys, Frank (Trudy) and Janet; in-laws: Charlotte (sister-in-law) and Bill (brother-in-law); parents: Elizabeth Critch and Clayton Shears; stepfather: Frank Critch; siblings of deceased: Harriet and Brian; parents-in-law: Fred and Martha Keough; siblings-in-law (deceased): Theresa (Bill), Lawrence, Fanny (Clyde), Eugene, Bert (Mae), Cecilia (Ira), Jim (Hazel), Joyce (Ross), Roxy, Richard and Delora; friend: Terry Rose; officiants: Reverend Terry Rose and Deacon Nora Shears; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the St. Peter's Anglican Church. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 17th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location.