William Simpson Backus Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William Simpson Backus (Scituate, Massachusetts), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on April 10, 2026 at the age of 88, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor William's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robina Lenz (McFetridge Backus) and Thomas Simpson Backus. He is survived by: his children, Samantha and Stephen Antony; his wife Lindy Backus (Ratcliff); his daughter-in-law Holly Susan (Towns); and his granddaughter Alice.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory can be made to the Pat Roche Hospice Home in Hingham or the First Trinitarian Congregational Church in Scituate.
