V.W. Bro. William "Billy" Stanfield
Ionic Lodge No. 549 Passed July 30,2018
Peacefully passed surrounded by his loving family on July 30, 2018 at Hamilton General Hospital ICU, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Lila, loving father of Mark and Adele (Brian), dear grandfather of Kayleigh, Tarrin and Brennan.
He will be missed by many relatives and friends in Northern Ireland, England, North Carolina and Hamilton, Ontario. Billy was a member of the “World Famous Clawhammers”. An integral member of many branches of the Masonic Order for 58 years, holding many prominent positions. Dedicated Dofasco employee for 28 years, retiring in 1992.
A celebration of his life will be held at MacNab Street Presbyterian Church, 116 MacNab St. on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 12:30 PM, followed by a short Masonic service and reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation or MacNab Street Presbyterian Church Building Fund are appreciated.
Many thanks to VON visiting nurses and staff the General’s ICU for their extraordinary care of Billy.
V.W. Brother William "Billy" Stanfield
Born: July 8 1938
Lodge: Cherryville Lodge No. 695 Northern Ireland
Initiated: February 3 1962
Passed: April 7 1962
Raised: May 5 1962
Affiliated to The Ionic Lodge No. 549: April 2 1975
Affiliated to Centennial Lodge No. 679: February 15 1994
Worshipful Master of The Ionic Lodge No. 549
1981 – 1982
1988 - 1989
2002 – 2003
2005 – 2006
Celebrated 50 years a Mason : April 4 2012
Passed to the Grand Lodge Above July 30, 2018