William "Bill" Bain

It is with great sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Bain, who died peacefully on July 21, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born in Dumbarton, Scotland to William and Christina (née Doig), Bill won the Scottish high jump championship at age 16, was a top football (soccer) goalie, served in the Royal Air Force and then began a long and impactful career in both public and private health care, including serving as Assistant Deputy Minister of Health in Ontario and as Chief Executive of the Royal Brompton Hospital in London England.

Bill married Eleanor, the love of his life, in 1961 and they settled in Edinburgh where their two beloved children Mark and Linda were born. He was a passionate soccer coach for both his children, founder of the Pickering Village Soccer Club, avid player on the Pickering Old Timers Soccer (POTS), and a lifelong Chelsea FC supporter.

Visitation will be held from 5 – 7 pm on Thursday July 24, 2025 at Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke ON. 

Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Friday July 25, 2025 at Kingsway-Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke ON, followed by a reception. 

If you are not able to join in person, the family invites you to join them online.  Please use the button below to view the service.

Private family-only burial on Saturday, July 26, 2025. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.

“Oh Flower of Scotland, when will we see your like again?”

With our sympathy and prayers, in faith, hope, and love, 
the Kingsway-Lambton church family.

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