Very Sad News - Bill Otway

[BigIron]

Very Saddening News this morning:

It is with a heavy heart that I bring news which you may already be aware of.

Bill Otway passed away last night. His family has requested that no flowers be sent but that donations be made to BCWF in Bills honour.

Bill was the single most vocal proponent of the recreational anglers needs and fought to hold both MOE and DFO accountable for their actions for many years. His ability to write incredible articles and books and all that he meant to BCWF and other angling and hunting associations will make his absence so difficult for many of us. However all this pales in comparison to the loss this means for his family and friends. I only knew Bill for a short time but will always treasure the conversations we had and I will always remember and admire his ability to see through the smoke on issues that were important to him. I will miss him.

Please say a prayer for and remember the Otway family at this time.

Thanks

Well Said. I truly admired Bill for what he stood for, for what he fought for, for the insight & thoughtfulness in him, and for The Man he was.

Even though we knew this was coming, it is a damn bitter pill to swallow. Mighty Big Boots to fill. I, as many will miss him.

My most sincere condolences to his Family & Friends...

May the fish forever be Hungry and Plentiful my Friend.
RIP Bill.

Sadly,
Matt

[BCHunter]

I knew Bill, a great guy... he'll be greatly missed

[huntwriter]

Very sad news and I still try to come to terms with it. I was fortunate in that I knew Bill personally and feel honored that he referred to me as a personal friend. Though our club Bill and I worked on several projects together. During his last days at Gillies House in Merritt my wife and I where able to visit Bill almost daily. Even on his death bed he cared more about others than himself, right up to his last breath his mind was on all the things that need to be done in support of hunting and fishing. A great man and a great champion for angling and hunting has passed the touch on. He will be sadly missed by many and his absents will be felt for years to come.

The term, "They don't make them anymore like that" certainly applied to Bill, he was never afraid to speak out on our behalf and always called a spade a spade even if that offended somebody.

Rest in peace my friend.