
Bret Williams passed away on June 26, 2024 at the Hardisty Care Facility in Edmonton, AB. He was born to Josie (Jo) Light and John Williams on September 10, 1962.
Bret was a graduate of Harry Ainlay High School, class of 1980. Bret was a very accomplished saxophone player in high school but went on to follow in his father’s footsteps as a Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter. His carpentry skills took him as far away as Russia and Japan. Bret spent 40 years in the carpentry field before pursuing a career as a Financial Adviser.
Bret had three children; Dana (Greg) Hendry, Zachary, Levi (Jayleen) as well as two grandchildren; Carter and Ainsley. Bret had six siblings; Stuart (Janice), Aubrey (Marilyn), Hermione (Grant) Harrison, Johnette (Allan) Lemke, Howard (Donna), Hugh (Cheri) many nieces, nephews, cousins and a special friend Colette Guimaraes.
Bret had a special love for music, his little dog Gismo and cruising on his Yamaha V-Star Motorcycle. For years Bret went on an annual motorcycle trip with brothers, cousin and friends to BC or USA. They would always stop in at the Burner Grille in Sicamous on their way through.
Predeceased by his mother Jo, father John, sister Hermione, brother-in-law Grant, nephew John. Bret is survived by his children, grandchildren, 5 siblings and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held August 1, 2024 from 1-3 pm at the Ardrossan Memorial Hall, 60 First Ave.,Ardrossan, AB.
Sending hugs Dana – so sorry