William H. Papson, 06 January 1943 - February 2005

William retired from the RCAF at 4 Wing, Cold Lake in 1987. 

Here are some thoughts about him, courtesy of his daughter and some of his friends:

• I have a lot of funny stories with him :) actually Darla was involved in a lot of the pranks! - Michael Corman

• Bill always gave back more than he got - Michael Corman

• He was one of the best. He took me under his wing when I arrived in Cold Lake. Had a few suppers out at his place. - Darla Periard

• He was one of a kind, that's for sure. It's been over 8 years now, and I still miss him - Maddie Papson

• I roomed with Bill in BB 44. I sure miss him and always will. We did everything together. Sure had a lot of fun. - Duane Akey

• I remember all the parties we had at his place in the summers. great times - Annette Barry

•  Me & Bill had some pretty wild times. - Duane Akey