Wagland, Reginald James – Peacefully on May 25, 2013 in his 90th year surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Dorothy (Dot) for 65 years. Father of Alan (Anne) and Graham. Dearest grandfather of Nikki (Brian) Stewart and Matthew. Great grandfather of Johnny and Mikey. He will be dearly missed by special friends Vee and Tony Marsden of England. Reg was born opposite the gates of West Ham United FC and remained an avid supporter all his life. He served in the RAF during the second World War as a navigator and met his beloved Dot in Palestine who was serving in the WAFs. Together they came to Canada in 1989 where Reg started BASO, providing training and support to many welfare recipients successfully returning to the workforce. Special thanks to Nikki for being such a loving and caring granddaughter, as well thank you to the Grand River ICU staff for their care and support. A private service will be held at the Ratz Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street West, Kitchener 519-745-9495. To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com.
