William Valiquette Credit: Courtesy William Henry Valiquette passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at the age of 76 in Spring Hill, Fla. He was born on January 5, 1950, in Montréal, Québec, Canada. After attending Mount Royal Catholic High School, where he was a member of the curling team, h is family relocated to Vermont, and he graduated from Rice Memorial High School in South Burlington. Bill proudly served for six years in the Vermont National Guard and spent nearly 40 years as a driver for Benways Taxi, where he became a familiar and friendly face to many. A devoted son, brother, uncle and friend, Bill shared a close bond with his family. One of his greatest expressions of love was caring for his mother during the final decade of her life, allowing her to remain in the home she cherished. Though he never married or had children, he touched the lives of family and friends with his kindness, generosity and unwavering devotion. Those who knew him best recognized the caring heart beneath his sometimes quiet and awkward exterior. An enthusiastic sports fan, Bill faithfully followed the Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Lightning and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He delighted in knowing every statistic and loved calling family to discuss the latest game and memorable plays. Bill is survived by his sisters, Maxine Wardle of Toronto, Ontario, Meg Donnelly of San Diego, Calif., and Kathryn Valiquette of Colchester, Vt.; his brothers, Jim (Joan Kornecki) Valiquette of Mooers Forks, N.Y., and Stephen (Karen) Valiquette of Spring Hill, Fla.; along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Gertrude Valiquette. Bill will be remembered with love, gratitude and respect. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. A private family service will be held, with interment beside his parents at Calvary Cemetery in Rutland, Vt. The post Obituary: William Henry “Bill” Valiquette, 1950-2026 appeared first on Seven Days. ...read more read less