HEMMETT, William (Bill) Apr 20, 1920 - Feb 22, 2013 Passed away peacefully on February 22, 2013, age 92. Survived by Marjorie, his wife of 73 years, sons Rob (Pam) of Richmond B.C., Ray (Patti) of Kamloops, B.C, daughter Janyce Chmelka (Ken) of Colorado Springs, Co.; six grandchildren: Shannon, Cameron, Darryl, Jeffrey, Colin and Conor. Born in Moose Jaw, Sk, Bill and Marj moved to Kelowna in 1946, Bill became a well-known and respected businessman in Kelowna's earlier years. His inventive and creative nature led him to a variety of business ventures including: owning a machine shop, gold mining at Cherryville, crushing cars and moving scrap iron, instructor at Okanagan College and rebuilding antique engines. His work was his hobby and he worked right up to his final days. He was well known for his mastery of machining and was a constant source of advice to friends and colleagues in the automotive industry. There will be a gathering for family and friends at the Hemmett's, 1845 Watson Road, on Saturday, March 2, 2013 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting at www.everdenrust.com
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