A Sad Loss

It is with great sadness that I have to tell you that Bill is no longer with us. He had been battling illness for over a year and his condition worsened on Friday 13th July. He was taken to hospital and they did everything they could for him especially towards the end. He was in hospital 10 days and thanks to the care of the nursing staff he did not suffer. His family were at his bedside every day and he gave up his fight at 7am on July 23rd 2007.

Bill knew that his grandaughter was about to be married (28th July) and that family had returned from holidays. A dedication once requested for his book was "For your tomorrow I gave my today." To me it seems that this is exactly what he did - bravely held on until the time was right to sleep forever.

Alone I Fly will now live on as his lasting legacy and we are all very fortunate that this incredible story will be available for all in perpetuity.

You flew Alone to your last resting place Bill but you will never be alone. You gave us so much and we will be forever grateful.