Obituary of William “Bill / The Willster” Thomas Cardo

It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Cardo, announce his peaceful passing on November 5, 2023; at the ripe old age of 85, with his family by his side.

Predeceased by his wife, Lucy, and survived by previous wives Joan (Walters), and Gail (Denton). Bill was the son of the late Thomas and Kathleen (Rooney) Cardo. Predeceased by brother John and sister Pat, and survived by his brother Jim. Father to Janet (Donnelly), Dave (Vicky), and Tim,  He was also cherished grandfather to Kate (Matt), Connor, Thomas, Sam, and Olivia, and great-grandfather to Hudson and Harrison.

Upon completing high school, Bill started his surveying career with the MTO, working on a variety of projects, including the construction of the 401. During his 35-year career with the City of Ottawa, his employment included surveying, inspecting and in his later years as Project Manager for Sewer and Road construction. There are very few roads in Ottawa that Bill has not worked on!

Family and friends are welcome to join a small funeral liturgy and inurnment on Tuesday, November 14 at 1:00pm at Pinecrest Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life at 3:00pm at The Royal Canadian Legion (Bells Corners).

In memoriam donations may be made in Bill Cardo’s memory to the Dementia Society