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Andrea W posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Betty, Robb and family.
Our most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Bill.
Andrea, Will and boys.
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Peter, Christine Tyler, Rachel(Trevor) Devlin posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Aunt Betty and family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of Uncle Bill. We have many many fond memories of Uncle Bill. I remember when dating Peter visiting you both at Sportland on a Friday night to talk snowmobiles and racing and any visits on a Sunday afternoon usually included watching the races. Any hobby Uncle Bill started he was all in with it - Tyler will forever remember his go kart trailer that you both redesigned for him! And Rachel has her hope chest to cherish forever - he had a heart of gold. We enjoyed watching his love of restoring old cutters and sleighs grow into a collection second to none! I'm sure he is up in heaven enjoying the odd poker game and am certain he will have the best hand!!
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Darwin & Margaret Ziebarth posted a condolence
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Our sincerest condolences to all the Devlin family at this sad and difficult time. May your cherished memories comfort you always.
Darwin and Margaret Ziebarth
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Pat Fitzmaurice posted a condolence
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Betty and family, Bernice and I would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Bill. I have great memories from the times I spent with him golfing, talking NASCAR, showing me his many hobbies that he was passionately involved in .When you got to know Bill,you found he was a man with a big heart and you had a friend for life.
Pat and Bernice Fitzmaurice
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Shawn Deugo donated to The Dementia Society Ottawa Renfrew County / La Sociétéde La Démence Dottawa Et Du Comte De Renfrew
Monday, March 2, 2026
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Shawn Deugo posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2026
My sincere condolences to Betty and your family. We are sorry to hear of Bill's passing he was a dear friend of my father and myself we enjoyed several fishing trips as well as hunting. Bill was a wonderful help when we were building my camp and loved to come to help at the sawmill. He was a craftsman of a special kind. Rest in peace Bill from your friend Shawn
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Norbert and Donna Frank posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2026
To Betty and family,
Sending sincere condolences and warmest thoughts on the loss of Bill. It was a pleasure to have known Bill and work with him in the recreational vehicle industry. Another angel has gained their wings. RIP Bill, safe journey to the heavens above.
Norbert and Donna Frank
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Coop Mōuland posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2026
Condolences to the Devlin families . With respect , the Mouland boys , Scotty , Robbie and Chris .
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Luke Bond donated to The Dementia Society Ottawa Renfrew County / La Sociétéde La Démence Dottawa Et Du Comte De Renfrew
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Our heartfelt condolences to all of the Devlin family on Bill's recent passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this time. - Love from Luke, Raegan and Malcolm.
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Nicole Pare posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2026
My deepest sympathies Betty and family for your loss. I remember the visits with Mom & Dad(Remi and Marion) at your house in Campbell’s Bay. May Bill rest in peace.
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Jacqueline (Poirier) Mayhew posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Dear Betty, Shawn, Jodi, Robbi & Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Bill. May your fond memories bring you comfort as you share photographs and stories from the past.
I was blessed to be a small part of Bill's many Businesses. As stated, he was a great entrepreneur and business owner and Boss.
My first real full time job was at Arnprior Sportland, but it was more than just Sportland. Arnprior Sportland, Arnprior Mini Storage, Bender Racing, Bill's Fishing Charters, Bill's Used Parts and more. Multi tasking was just one of the many skills I learned working for Bill and Betty. Customer Service was another, as all the phone lines lit up and customers came in to talk to Bill about his different businesses. Bill and Betty gave young employees great opportunities to learn new skills, and to gain valuable experience that we have all carried with us to other jobs we have worked at. We all gained so much working at Sportland. We had lots of fun and laughs, while getting the job done. Bill was a great Leader to motivate us to do our best work, and to instill confidence that we could do it.
As I see Retro Sleds getting more popular, and Bender Racing posts on social media, I think to myself how fortunate we all were to live through that time period and experience all that we did. We also had a great connection to amazing people in Greenland that I will never forget.
Bill met many different people in all the different businesses he started, and all of us will miss him. RIP Bill
Jacqueline
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Hass Family donated to The Dementia Society Ottawa Renfrew County / La Sociétéde La Démence Dottawa Et Du Comte De Renfrew
Saturday, February 28, 2026
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Gail Kelly posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2026
I was sad to hear of Bill’s passing. I have many found memories of Bill working with Noel & Dad at CPM & on stock cars in dad’s garage at the house in Campbell’s Bay. Cheering him on during races in Stittsville & Oswego, being allowed in the pit and awaken at 1:30 in the morning to a roaring engine for repairs. My deepest condolences to Betty, Shawn, Jodi, Robbi & their families. May Bill rest in peace.
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Lois and Bob Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Dear Betty and families, so sorry for.your loss.Never easy losing a loved one. Dementia is such a terrible disease that destroys life. Cling to the fond memories that were made when life was at its best. GOD BLESS!
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Freda(Watson) & Ted Hoppin posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Our sincere condolences to Betty & family on the loss of William. Growing up I was a neighbour of Betty’s & I remembered her dating William. You have so many beautiful memories to help you through the difficult days.
Freda(nee Watson) & Ted Hoppin
Renfrew,Ont
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Craig Kewley posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Dearest Mrs Devlin, Robbi, Shawn and Jodi. I am so sorry for your loss. I practically grew up in Sportland and will always remember Mr Devlin leaning over the counter with a smile and a Pepsi in hand. You will all be in our thoughts.
All our love
Craig, Krysteen and Lochlan Kewley
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Ken & Bonnie Kelly posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Dear Betty, Shawn, Jodi, Robbi & families;
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Bill.
Sincerely; Kenny & Bonnie Kelly
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Masaki lit a candle
Friday, February 27, 2026
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Dear Devlin family,
My deepest condolences on your loss.
I am very sorry for passing of Mr. Devlin.
I remember the Thanksgiving and Christmas I spent with the Devlin family so many years ago. Everything was my first time, a huge turkey dinner, and I never seen the big Xmas tree with SO many presents underneath! The house was beautifully decorated. Repeating”wow” so many times in my mind. Mr. Devlin welcomed me (a Japanese girl from nowhere) warmly, and let me be a part of his family. Thank you! ♥️
Rest in peace, Mr. Devlin. Masaki S.
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Mike and Kelly Courchesne posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Sending our sincere condolences to the Devlin family. We are sorry for your loss.
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David Gilks posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
My deepest condolences on the passing of Bill.
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Marilyn Kewley posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Dear Betty, Robbi,Tammy,Jodi and Shawn and your families, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear Husband,Father and Grandfather.Sportland was very often a place we frequented in the winter time.Rollie was always pestering Steve to “soup up” his machine the Big Lady”. Bill was always watching and quick to offer his advice and make me aqainted with the great invention,the”thumb warmer”.Bill always had time for a chat, he was so calm and kind. May he rest in peace. Remembered forever Marilyn K.
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Brian & Diana Oattes donated to The Dementia Society Ottawa Renfrew County / La Sociétéde La Démence Dottawa Et Du Comte De Renfrew
Friday, February 27, 2026
Thinking of you Aunt Betty and family. With our sympathy Brian, Diana and family Oattes
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Noel and Sandra Kelly lit a candle
Friday, February 27, 2026
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Betty, Shawn, Jodi, Robbi and families. How saddened we were to hear of Bill's passing. So many memories came flooding back, the business together, all Noel and His adventures and the friendship shared. He had so many talents and always willing to take that extra risk. So proud of his family. Dementia is such an awful disease as it not only robs them of their memories but the family as well. All the happy memories and stories and accolades you will hear about him will sustain you all in the dark days ahead. God speed William and rest in peace you certainly deserve it. Noel and Sandra Kelly
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Sara Montgomery donated to The Dementia Society Ottawa Renfrew County / La Sociétéde La Démence Dottawa Et Du Comte De Renfrew
Friday, February 27, 2026
Thinking of your family at this difficult time.
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Elizabeth Musgrove posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Aunt Betty, Shawn, Jodi, Robbie and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle William’s passing. I am thinking of all of you durning this difficult time. In the coming days think of all the memories you have…..laugh, cry and talk about them. I remember him as a big man with a big personality and in his younger days, his red hair!
Elizabeth Musgrove
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Sarah Musgrove posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
Uncle Bill will be missed. Condolences to Aunt Betty, Robbi, Jodi, and Shawn and family.
Sarah Musgrove (Jaye and Spencer)
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Camil & Claire Poirier posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Our sympathy to all the family. Camil has a lot of memories from his years at Sportland.
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Steve Duffy posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
I carry a lot of gratitude when I think about the years we worked together. Bill wasn't just a boss — he was a mentor who shaped the way I work, lead, and carry myself. He saw potential in me long before I saw it in myself, and he pushed me in all the right ways. The lessons he taught me — about integrity, patience, and doing things the right way — have stayed with me far beyond the time I spend at Sportland. My career, my confidence, and the opportunities I’ve had since are all tied to the influence Bill had on me. I’m proud of the work we did together, not only with Bill but with Betty also, I even more grateful for the person they helped me become.
" The Big Guy" will be greatly missed.
So sorry for your loss.
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Les Clow posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
So sorry for your loss, Betty and family. Praying for comfort for you all as you mourn the loss of a great and talented husband, father, grandfather, uncle and more.
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Anne Lyon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Shawn & Fay, my deepest sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your numerous memories bring you great comfort. Sincerely, Anne Lyon
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Colleen Gibbons posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Our deepest of sympathies are wished to Betty Shawn Jodi Robbi and families in the passing of Bill . May the memories you have made over the years carry you all through the coming days months and years ahead ! Shane and Colleen Gibbons
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Fay Devlin posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
My pa-in-law was generous and supportive of me throughout the decades, despite my leftist philosophy.
Vascular dementia stole him from living life as he always had: with vigour, humour, creativity and thoughtfulness. Sad but fortunate, the disease took him quickly and he died in his sleep.
I helped Bill in his garden, he shared his passion for NASCAR with me, he lent me tools and I forgot to return several of them, he appointed me toast-maker for Christmas morning breakfasts and I deigned to take the dark meat when he was used to eating it all. The most wondrous thing we shared was love for his son.
I'm lucky to have had Bill as my father-in-law and look forward to many years with Betty as my ma-in-law.
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Brenda Cavanagh posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Shawn - so sorry to read of your family's loss with the passing of your father. Hope your Mother is able to take much needed comfort in the memories of their wonderful life together and in the support of you and your family. Sincerely, Brenda Cavanagh
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Colleen Kenny posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
My sincere condolences Jodi to you and all Family Members, on the loss of your Dad. Treasure the memories you have of him, as it will help during this time of sorrow. May his soul RIP. He’s now free from the suffering of this life.
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Angela & Peter posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Deepest condolences to Rob and Tamara. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
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Kevin James posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Sportland put Yamaha on the map in this area and it was driven by Bill’s determination to do so.
Man of vision and definitely of purpose…
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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