ALCOCK William A. (Bill)

April 8, 1946 -- May 18, 2020 We announce with sadness and broken hearts that Bill passed peacefully away at his home on May 18, 2020 in the presence of his loving family after a brief illness. Predeceased by his parents Arthur (Hap) and Jean Alcock. Leaving to mourn are his wife Marliese, his love, soulmate, comfort, travel mate and golf buddy for the past ten years; his children whom he proudly and lovingly raised himself from ages 7 and 4: Erin (Ken Stockley) and Philip (Courtenay); stepchildren Sonya Janes and Ian (Adrea) Janes; sister-in-law Doris (Bernd) Galinski, Mother-in law Jannie (Ralph) Ford; grandchildren Avery and Griffin Alcock; Monika, Katie and Evelyn Stockley; Klara and Greta Janes; brother David (Gwen); nephew Bruce Alcock (Tina) and family Olivia & Otto, and niece Lindsay Alcock and family Alex & Nathan Glynn; cousins among the extended family include many other Alcocks, Lindsays and Palmers spread across the country who are far too many to name here. Also left to mourn are Bill’s many friends and acquaintances whom he was privileged to know. If Bill were to write his own obituary, he would probably say something like, “I came into this life early and I had a good run. That’s it!” However, we need to provide a few more details for people to know and remember this wonderful man. Bill was born, raised and received his early education in Corner Brook. He obtained his B Comm. from Memorial University in 1971 and, with scroll in hand, embarked upon a long and distinguished labour relations practitioner career starting with the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Treasury Board Collective Bargaining Division. His labour relations knowledge and his negotiating skills next led him to the private sector as Director of the Construction Labour Relations Association where he honed his skills and expertise in dealing with the many Building Trade Unions, earning an enviable measure of respect few people can claim. In the wider labour relations community, Bill served many years as a member of the Labour Relations Board, and during 1995-96 he voluntarily served his Province as a key member of the Ace Commission Labour Relations Working Group whose mandate was to work towards the creation of a new climate in labour-management relations and to recommend legislative changes. In more recent years, Bill developed a wide-ranging consulting business with clients throughout the Island and Labrador. Community service was always important to him. Over the years, he served as a member of the John Howard Society, Scout Leader, Sports coach and Rugby enthusiast following Philip’s athletic career. But his most significant and longest service was with Rotary as a cheerful and dependable volunteer involved in dozens of Community Projects. If fundraising for worthy causes were an Olympic event, Bill would have double gold medals. One for barbecuing hamburgers and the other (with Marliese) for sponsoring the annual Rotary Day For a Family at “Lake Alcock”. His many other fundraising efforts were no less deserving. Above all else in Bill’s life was his love and devotion to his children and grandchildren. Lake Alcock was installed more than 30 years ago for their safety and enjoyment, a benefit which grew to be shared annually by waves of new infants peeing in the pool for the first time -- to Bill’s absolute delight. He loved each and every one of them, and was even partial to some of the parents they brought with them. Over the years, the summer opening of “Uncle Bill’s” pool was excitedly anticipated by hundreds of young and old alike. He was happiest of all when he could look out over Lake Alcock and see their smiling faces and hear their laughter. Family was everything to Bill; he loved and cared for them all passionately to the very end. An avid golfer, Bill took his last mulligan on the 18th fairway of life today. He loved life. When he left life, he left his love behind to fill our hearts whenever we need it. We are all so very very fortunate to have his gift that keeps on giving. The family wish to thank Dr. David Hart for his kindness and support Cremation has taken place. No flowers by request. Due to the current Covid restrictions, A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later time. Well-wishers are requested to visit www.barretts.ca to leave messages of condolence. Donations may be made to the Food Bank or the charity of ones’ choice.