It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Billy" Kenneth Caldwell at Glen Haven Manor on Friday January 7th, 2022. We would like to thank Velma Hancock for taking care of Billy for many years while he was ill and thank you to the staff at Glen Haven Manor for taking such great care of him in his final days.

Billy is survived by his wife, Kathy; brothers: Tom (Shirley), Abercrombie; Grant (Anne), New Glasgow; his sons: Dale (Tasha), Alberta; Clarence (Bobby), Halifax; daughters: Kelly (Mike), Halifax, Debra, Linacy; grandchildren: Jessica (Kevin), Halifax; Will (Jenna), New Brunswick; Ethan (Tyler), Yarmouth; Alanah (James), Halifax; Alex and Rachel, Alberta; and Clinton, Linacy. He was predeceased by his father, Tom, mother, Glady, and sister, Mary-Lou.

Billy worked hard all his life to provide for his family, but there was no job or volunteer work he did that he was prouder of than being the Fire Chief for the Pictou Landing Fire Department. Billy loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He always welcomed drop in visitors with a triple triple or Pizza Delight. Before Billy got sick, he loved dancing with his wife, having a few, and playing a semi-friendly game of cards with his friends and family. Billy will be missed by all who knew him but we are grateful that he is now at peace.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Hope for Wildlife or the Pictou Landing Fire Department. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow.