Obituary of William McArthur

William Errol McArthur

October 14, 1932 - April 17, 2024

Beloved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather peacefully reunited with his loving wife Beverley on April 17, 2024.

Predeceased by his mother Jean (nee McLaren), father Donald, sister Betty(Peter) McArthur and brother Doug(Arva) McArthur.

Bill is survived by his 5 children, Bill (MaryLou) McArthur, Linda (Jim & family) Jackson, Cathy(Michelle & family) McArthur, Joanne (Andy) Knaz and Don (Birgit) McArthur and his grandchildren: Jonathan(Georgina), Jimmy, Buster(Christyna), Rebecca(Ian), Devon(Chelsey), Kelly(Reuben), Sondra(Rick), Jackie(Troy), David(Jaclyn), Margaret(Mitch), Travis (Elise), Billy(Amonre), and his great grand children: Sloane, Rayne, Brett, Jayce, Kayde, Summer, Arwen, Willow, Aria, Avery, Jacob and Luke. 

Bill was the co-proprietor and President of McArthur Ford in Markham. He accomplished a lot in his 91 one years including serving as president of the Toronto Automobile Dealer Association, member of the Board of Directors and President of the International Automobile Show. He was particularly proud of his volunteer efforts at the TADA and OADA and his part in transitioning the Toronto International Auto Show to the Canadian International Auto Show and its location at the Metro Convention Centre and Skydome.

Bill was a great family man and friend to the many who were lucky to be close to him. He was a big sports fan and his favorites to cheer on were the Leafs, Jays, Browns and Chase Elliot. Bill never lost his sense of humour. He found great pleasure in a good game of bridge and was a magnificent player. Many benefited from his wisdom that he generously shared with all who asked.

Visitation will be held at 10 am, service at 11 am and a reception will follow on Saturday April 27, 2024.  All will be hosted at Stouffville United Church at 34 Church St N., Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON.

All who wish to carry on to Elmwood Cemetery, 6150 Hwy 7, Markham, ON for his internment at 2pm are welcome. In remembrance of Bill's life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the Stouffville United Church.