William 'Bill' DuChene

William (Bill) Harvey DuChene, 73, of Wallaceburg passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday, January 2, 2022. William was the son of the late Donald and Phoebe DuChene. Husband to the late Dorothy Carol (Flaxman) DuChene. Loved partner of Rachel Martin. Beloved brother to Peter DuChene (Betty) of Chatham and Nancy DuChene of Wallaceburg. Beloved father of Amanda Coulter (Jason), Melissa DuChene (Mark), and Josh DuChene (Lauren). Grandfather, Grandpa, Peepa and PAPA to Yuna, Londen, Bennett, Tanner, Rexford, Avery and Edison. Bill grew up in the town of Wallaceburg. After graduating from Wallaceburg District Secondary School, he moved on to the University of Windsor to obtain his Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Bill received his Bachelor of Education from Western University, where he met Carol, who would become his loving wife. Bill and Carol planted their roots in Wallaceburg to begin their careers and their family. Bill's heart was in the classroom and on the basketball court. During his teaching tenure of 40 plus years, Bill was a friend, co-worker, mentor, and coach to many people. Out of the classroom and off the court, Bill loved the outdoors, camping, kayaking, and soaking up the sun. Bill had a way of connecting with people through his quick wit and caring nature. From his Bro to the North to his Wallaceburg friends and colleagues and sitting court-side at Toronto Raptor games (Karl), he was able to share many adventures and good times. After losing his spouse, Carol, Bill found a partner (Rachel) with whom he would travel and enjoy retirement for the rest of his life. Witty to the end, he will be missed and always loved. The family would like to thank Dr.McElligott, London Health Sciences, CKHA, VON Chatham-Kent, and CK Hospice for their exceptional care. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and Dad's wishes there will be no public service at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Chatham-Kent Hospice of a Charity of your Choice which may be left at HAYCOCK-CAVANAGH FUNERAL HOME, 409 Nelson Street in Wallaceburg 519.627.3231. Shared stories and tributes may be left on the tribute wall at www.CavanaghFuneralHome.ca