Long-time Leaside residents will remember William “Bill” Valliere. He died February 15, 2013 in Grafton, Ontario near Cobourg. Bill and his partner Yorio “Roy” Hayashi ran the pet store at 852 Millwood Rd. Founded in 1974, it ultimately became The Endangered Animal Sanctuary. The premises is now occupied by Expert Dancers. Nancy Taylor, who worked for the sanctuary for 15 years on Millwood, told The South Bayview Bulldog of the evolution of the business in Leaside and the many awards won with prize fish and other creatures. She moved with the business when it transferred into a country setting in Grafton where it is still located. Mr. Valliere was 73 and is said to have died peacefully in the comfort of his home, with a friend at his side. Cremation has taken place in Cobourg. At Bill’s request, there will be no visitation or service. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made to The Endangered Animal Sanctuary, which Bill co-founded and was totally dedicated to since 1974, would be appreciated by the family. Condolences received at www. MacCoubrey.com.Bill Valliere co-founded Millwood Rd. sanctuary
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Long-time Leaside residents will remember William “Bill” Valliere. He died February 15, 2013 in Grafton, Ontario near Cobourg. Bill and his partner Yorio “Roy” Hayashi ran the pet store at 852 Millwood Rd. Founded in 1974, it ultimately became The Endangered Animal Sanctuary. The premises is now occupied by Expert Dancers. Nancy Taylor, who worked for the sanctuary for 15 years on Millwood, told The South Bayview Bulldog of the evolution of the business in Leaside and the many awards won with prize fish and other creatures. She moved with the business when it transferred into a country setting in Grafton where it is still located. Mr. Valliere was 73 and is said to have died peacefully in the comfort of his home, with a friend at his side. Cremation has taken place in Cobourg. At Bill’s request, there will be no visitation or service. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made to The Endangered Animal Sanctuary, which Bill co-founded and was totally dedicated to since 1974, would be appreciated by the family. Condolences received at www. MacCoubrey.com.