Willie Donnelly

28 September 19488 November 2022

'DON MORRIS, The Man of a Thousand Songs', DONNELLY Willie (William) Passed away surrounded by love on Tuesday November 8 2022. Aged 74 years. Loved father and father in-law of Michael & Lisa, Andrew, Chris & Juanita, and Anna & Isaac. Loved Grandad to all his grandchildren. Deeply missed by his family in Scotland. Companion of Ana.

Don's guitar and vocal talents brought joy to thousands. A service to celebrate Willie’s life will be held at the Shone and Shirley Funeral Home at 10am Friday 11 November 2022 followed by private cremation. For anyone unable to attend, the service will be viewed online at www.shoneandshirley.com/tributes where you can also leave a message.

Tributes

William was four when his new family welcomed him to be fussed over by his five new sisters. Growing up William tried a few jobs but his heart was in his music. Sadly missed by his family and friends in Scotland and New Zealand.

Patricia Quigley McSpadyen

i love you grandad, you will be missed by many. i know you will paint the sky beautiful colours and watch over us forever and always.

Tiana

A beautiful service for a special man we are so proud to call our Uncle. The memories are something we can all hold on to and cherish. Andrew, Chris & Anna thank you for making it possible for us to be able to feel part of this from so far away in Scotland. Our thoughts, love & prayers are with you, Michael & all your families. RIP Uncle William, until we meet again 💔🌈

Angela Lafferty

Rest in eternal peace William. You were always a big part of my life growing up and will always be loved and remembered. We wish we could have been there to say goodbye. Gone but never forgotten

Caroline Wright

Forever in our Hearts William.You are a rockstar to our children. Thank you for your time shared. Rest in Love, your wee Gordon Family x

Gordon Family

May a merciful God lead you to Paradise. May those relatives and friends who have gone before you be there to greet you. Where there will be no more worries ,pain or suffering. Only eternal joy, peace and love. In Gods care. May you rest in peace William . Our deepest sympothy for the family. Ned and Cathy.

catherine & Ned Kelly
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