Willard Scharff, April 24, 1955 –  September 30, 2026

Bill was born in Holland, Manitoba, first son of John and Gwendolyn (nee Higgs). Bill became a member of RCMP at age of 19, and served in the then, Queen Charlotte Islands, then Kitimat where his son Craig was born. After which he moved to Ladysmith where daughters Mandy and Bobbi were born. Bill also served in Nanaimo, Delta-Richmond, and finally Parksville before retiring from RCMP in 2003. Bill is survived by his wife Barb, forever love’ sharing many happy years together. Also survived by children, Craig (Sheena), Mandy and Bobbi, his sister Cheryl (Barry), and brother Bruce (Michelle). His Aunt Diane and numerous nieces and nephews, and cousins. Bills love of family also includes grandchildren Tyson (Craig and Sheena) and Kailee and Olivia (Jamie and Kristi). Bills had many happy times salmon fishing with his Dad and Craig. Also cod fishing out of Deep Bay with Barb, Mandy and Bobbi, and also fishing with Auntie Di. He also left many others with happy fishing memories. Thanks to caring staff at Agecare Malaspina, Nanaimo. Donations in his memory may be made to Alzheimer’s BC. Family will hold a private gathering at a later date at Cedar Memorial Gardens.

• Date : 2026-09-30
• Location : Nanaimo, BC