
PEETERS, William Jozef “Bill”
Born Wednesday August 26, 1959. Passed away Thursday May 08, 2025.
Passed away at home, aged 65.
Dearly loved husband of Chris.
Loving father of Jack and Mia, father-in-law of Claudia and proud Pa of Tate and Toby.
“Lived life his way.”
Funeral notice
The Funeral of Mr. William "Bill" Jozef Peeters will be held at the Colac Lake Bowling Club, Armstrong Street, Colac on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 commencing at 1pm.
In accordance with Bill's wishes, a private cremation will be held.
For those unable to attend please CLICK HERE to view the livestream.
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Tributes
Leave a tributeThinking of you Chris and family,Alice Doyle
May 21, 2025 5:38 pm
To Chris, Jack, Mia and families our sincere condolences on Bill’s passing.
A man with a zest for life, family, his trade and the occasional fish he was a significant personality to those who have met, worked or shared some fun times with him.
He will long be remembered for his skills, willingness to share his knowledge and a good yarn.
Rest in peace.Martin Dow and Carmel O’Brien
May 21, 2025 11:47 am
Dear Chris & family,
Thinking of you during this sad time losing Bill. We only met Bill a few times while renovating the house at Beeac, an amazing tradesman, a genuine one of a kind good bloke, didn't even know us, but invited us in to check out his handyman/trade skills, which were perfect, a true craftsman, ended up chatting for a long time on several occasions.
Sending you lots of hugs Chris, may Bill rest in peace.
Judi Croxford & Joel Medley (Beeac)May 20, 2025 5:05 pm
Dear Chris,Jack, Mia & families
We are so sorry to hear of Bills passing. You are all in our thoughts at this very sad time sending hugs & strength to you all.
Jeanette & Simon BrumbyMay 20, 2025 4:13 pm
To Chris, Jack & Mia,
We are so sorry to hear of Bills passing. Bill was a true character and gentleman who was always up for a chat. He loved his family so much. Love, hugs & strength going your way. Sharon, Des & Ellie McGuaneMay 20, 2025 3:41 pm
Dear Chris and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. Sending love & strength to you all.
Lots of love Sheila McNamara xxMay 19, 2025 11:35 pm
Dear Chris and family we are thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. Love Wes, Nicole, Alby and Cody x
May 19, 2025 7:38 pm
Chris, Jack & Mia - so incredibly saddened to hear that Bill passed away. He was such a wonderful bloke - a terrific personality. He was also an incredibly talented artisan who did some amazing work for me over the years.
Sending love & strength to you all ❤️ 💙 ♥️May 19, 2025 6:59 pm
My Deepest Sympathy ❤️🩹To you Chris and your beautiful family 💝, at this very sad time 😘, Bill was a very caring man 😢, RIP Bill 🪦 🌻🌻. Deli and lan parker
May 19, 2025 10:32 am
Bill the first thing to come to mind was a warm conversation with a open mind and no boundaries condolences to the entire family RIP . Paul Quinane
May 19, 2025 7:38 am
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Chris, sending much love to you all 💕
May 17, 2025 11:10 am
You didn’t have to agree with Bill on everything, to still have a good chat and a great laugh. Bill leaves a great legacy through his master craftsmanship too. Behind this exterior was a good heart and great love for Chris & his family. Bill will be sorely missed and always remembered. Our thoughts are with Chris, Jack, Claudia, Mia, Evan and extended family.
Love from Grant & Cyndee.
May 17, 2025 10:22 am
My deepest condolences Chris, Jack, Mia and families. I am so shocked to hear of Bill's passing. He was such a great guy. I loved my time working with Bill, our chats and listening to Bill's classic stories, there was never a dull moment!
Rest in peace Bill, you were definitely one of a kind.
PatMay 16, 2025 9:45 am
To Chris and all your family thinking of you all at this sad and extremely hard time . Keep all your wonderful memories close to your hearts .
Jo Jamieson 💕💕💕May 15, 2025 9:53 pm
Chris and family
Deepest condolences 💐May 15, 2025 9:20 pm
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.A very talented tradesman. Our condolences to Chris family and friends . Rod and Julie RLee
May 15, 2025 8:17 pm
R.I.P Bill. We had so many good times together mate, at work and play! Will miss you. Best wishes to Chris and the family.
Our thoughts are with you David and Maree DaffyMay 15, 2025 8:14 pm
Dear Chris ,and your Family
Thinking of you all at this very very sad time
Rest in Peace William
Colleen Bernie (Dec) OShannassy and FamilyMay 15, 2025 6:48 pm
Dear Chris, Mia , Jack and extended family. Sending much love and strength to you all on the very sad loss of Bill. He will be your guardian Angel keeping watch over you all.
Kathie Clissold.May 15, 2025 5:53 pm
Deepest sympathy to Chris and family
Gretchen Egan (Adema)
May 15, 2025 5:11 pm
Dear Chris and family,
Our deepest sympathy.
We are glad we met Bill (and you) twice in Australia.
Our cousin with a good laugh.Thinking of you all.
Love Marcoen, Marie-Jeanne,Daan,Fenne
Veldhoven
The NetherlandsMay 15, 2025 3:32 am
Dear Chris, Jack and Mia, we were so shocked and saddened to hear about Bill. What a fabulous bloke - we too heard so much about you all while he was renovating our house. Such a great story teller who loved his family so much. We'll think of Bill when we play on his old pool table, rest easy Bill.
May 14, 2025 9:47 pm
Billy was one of the good guys, loved a Coopers Red at the Union back in the day. Thanks for doing all the handyman jobs at the Turf Club, l know l was a pain but nothing was too hard for you. Deepest condolences to Chrissy and family.
May 14, 2025 6:06 pm
A lovable rascal and great tradesman. Bill worked on our kitchen Reno in 2004 and few other projects at our house. Sad to hear of his passing.
Tony & Janet ForbesMay 14, 2025 2:34 pm
Our Deepest Sympathies to Chris and extended families with the Passing of Bill.Rest Peacefully Bill you have earned Peace in your Heavenly Life ahead of you. Love Brian & Gail Finn and Family.
May 14, 2025 10:15 am
Dear Chris, Jack, Mia and families.
Sending my deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of Bill. You are all in my thoughts at this sad time.
I am sure Bristles will have a cold beer waiting for him.
Jo and Nick LynchMay 13, 2025 7:33 pm
Chris and family thinking of you all at this sad time
NettMay 13, 2025 7:14 pm
Our thoughts are with Chris, Jack, Mia, Harry, Katrina, Leonie and families. Fond memories of summer holidays by the coast and nursing reunions with Rose and Margaret. A great old time builder!
Friend and respected work colleague of Pauline and Mark.May 13, 2025 11:59 am
To Chris, Jack and Mia. So sad to hear that Bill has crossed over, a great Husband, Father and Mate. We will always have something to remember you by Bill, the house we built together. You taught me some tricks of the trade l won’t forget R.I.P old friend. Love Dale,Janine and family.
May 13, 2025 8:35 am
Not a man of a few words. Didn’t mind a good laugh. Will be missed. Brother-in-law and Uncle to Karen and Den, Nena and Inez.
May 13, 2025 8:09 am
To Dear Chrissy, Jack, Mia & family saddened to hear of Bills passing our thoughts are with you all.
Dot & Al FrithMay 12, 2025 10:31 pm
To Chris and family I am thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. Jan.
May 12, 2025 10:02 pm
Our love and thoughts are with Chris, Jack, Claudia and Mia at this very sad time.
A great bloke gone too soon.
Jenny and GraemeMay 12, 2025 9:08 pm
To Chris,Jack, Mia and families our deepest condolences at this sad time. We are deeply saddened by the loss of Bill, he was such a genuine character, an absolute gem of a man.
Frank and Deb Park.May 12, 2025 8:55 pm
Dear Chris Jack and Mia.
We spent many hours working along side Bill with our house Reno’s. He was so proud of his family and their achievements.
Each job commenced with an update on each of you.
Clever, resourceful, hard working, honest and an an extremely fair great bloke.
He will be sadly missed, and will think of him next time we visit Lorne and admire the “Bill Peeters Kitchen and bathroom Reno.Terry and Sue Mulder
May 12, 2025 7:56 pm
To Chris and family
Absolutely stunned a man full of so much knowledge, he spoke so highly of you all and was so proud of you all. Will miss your chats about everything Billy Boy Saunders St won’t be the same.
Robbie Boy,Glenda Montano and familyMay 12, 2025 7:14 pm
so sad to here the loss of Billy...my condolences to Chrissy and family.had alot of fun and many a laugh with Billy back in the days here in Gellibrand.Billy help me restump part of my house at no cost...well maybe some COOPERS beers.REST IN PEACE old mate....ROBBO...
May 12, 2025 5:08 pm
Very shocked to hear this news. We always enjoyed chatting with Bill. Thoughts are with you Chris , Jack and Mia, and all of Bill's family.
May 12, 2025 11:55 am
To Chris,Jack , Mia and family,
Sincere sympathy to you all at this sad time.. Thinking of you, from Judy JacksonMay 12, 2025 10:55 am
Our hearts go out to Chris, Jack & Mia. We have lost a legend. Love Brian & Katrina
May 12, 2025 9:52 am
To Chris and Family, loving thoughts with you all.
After working behind the bar at the Austral for many years, there were many people you would talk to but very few that I enjoyed having a genuine conversation with.
Bill was a genuine delight to have a conversation with. Much like his work and craftmanship, conversation is an art and he crafted many a good topic. I dont think we ever solved any of the worlds problems but gosh we made each other think about what the solutions should be. A Genuine bloke that I loved seeing walk thru the Austal's door after a days work or running into down the street.
Cheers BillGavan Serle
May 12, 2025 8:58 am
To Chris and family.
So saddened to here of Bill's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Bill was not only a great fella who loved a chat,but a wonderful old time craftsmen. They don't make them like that any more.
Stephen & Lisa ArnoldMay 11, 2025 10:55 pm
To Chris & family
Deepest condolences to you all on your sad loss.
Thinking of you Chris at this sad time.Michael & Cathy Ross
May 11, 2025 10:43 pm
To Chris, Mia, Jack and Claudia, Tate and Toby, my love and thoughts are with you all on the passing of Bill.
Bill was such a loveable character who was always up for a chat, a true gentleman.
Mandy and Vin.May 11, 2025 8:08 pm