William Leighton

William (Bill) Leighton
March 31, 1946 - March 28, 2014
(Retired, City of Ottawa)

Surrounded with much love, Bill passed away peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital on March 28th with his family by his side. He will be forever missed by his wife Carlotta (his high school sweetheart and soul mate), his daughter Michele Hepburn (Brian) and his son Jeff. Proud and cherished Papa of Brandon and Leah Hepburn and Amanda Leighton, the bright lights of his life. Bill was predeceased by his parents Whylie and Redenta (Barkhouse) and his brother Jim. He was the loving brother of Vernon (April), David (Anne), and Diane. Bill was an active leader and volunteer for many years with the Stittsville hockey and softball associations where many lasting friendships were made. Visitation will take place at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Rd., Nepean (between Bayshore Dr. and Baseline Rd.) on Wednesday, April 2nd from 1 - 3 pm and 7 - 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday April 3rd at 11am. Donations may be made to The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre or the 3C Foundation of Canada.