Passed away peacefully with his family at his side at the Belleville General Hospital on Wednesday, November 1st, 2017. G. William “Bill” Rankin of Wellington in his 78th year. Dear husband of 56 years to Joan Rankin (nee Archard). Loving father of G. William Rankin Jr. Poppa to Michelle and Michael. Survived by his sisters Sylvia, Susanne and Barbara. Bill enjoyed a career as a high school teacher in Fergus, ON and retired to operate a local automotive business. He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the Wellington United Church on Thursday, November 16th at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Steve Spicer officiating. Memorial Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com