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Heather McNeill posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, November 20, 2025
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I was deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was truly a force to be reckoned with - one of those rare individuals who had his own unmistakable way of moving through the world. He was a brilliant entrepreneur, and one who brought auctions and the Halifax Flea Market to life with his energy and passion. Bill always had a story or an interest that made conversations with him richer. It was only a few months ago when Bill and I danced at the Buffalo Club and I'm grateful for that moment. He will be missed. by many. My heartfelt condolences to Bill's children, Janice and Shane, and the Monto family.
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Ruth-Ellen Jackson posted a condolence
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Bill called himself an “Idea Man” and if you followed along on one of the whimsical journeys, you would find a colourful, inventive idea with a great story woven in. I already miss the dances and the daily calls that always started off with “Yeah Ruthie……”. Bill you are one of a kind who lived life large and I am grateful that we made an impact on each other.
Ruth-Ellen Jackson
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Bob Younker posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
On behalf of JR (Bob) Younker, we send our sincere condolences to Bill’s family. Bob knew Bill for over 50 years and over the past few, regularly encountered him at the legion. Bill was a self made ‘one of a kind’ according to dad. With kind thoughts, Kathy Younker on behalf of Bob Younker
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Josh Vining posted a condolence
Monday, November 10, 2025
Bill was one of a kind. His memory will live on. Condolences from the Vining family.
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Mary McDaid posted a condolence
Monday, November 10, 2025
Over the years, we met Mr. Mont at many local auctions. He always took the time to share his knowledge, and was interested in what you may have to say. He always seemed like a lovely gentleman.
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Theresa Babin posted a condolence
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Deepest condolences to Mr Bill’s family. He will be missed by many, far across Nova Scotia.
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Debbie Seguin posted a condolence
Friday, November 7, 2025
Sorry to hear. He was a wonderful man. My father and him had been friends since they were young boys growing up in the south end. He was there for my dad's last days and I will never forget the compassion and support he gave my father. Rest in peace Bill.
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Kevin MacDonald posted a condolence
Friday, November 7, 2025
Mr. Mont was the best marketing professor I ever had. RIP
Warm condolences to his family.
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Linda posted a condolence
Thursday, November 6, 2025
My sympathies on your loss. I grew up in Eastern Passage on Scott Drive, just before Janice Ann Drive. My parents were Bill and Doris Muise and the Mont family was very well known and respected, deservedly. Very possible Mr. Mont was a friend of my father, who passed in the late 70's. I was born in '67 and think of the Mont surname as legendary, and a read of his list of accomplishments confirms that. God Bless!
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Peter Duffy posted a condolence
Thursday, November 6, 2025
I interviewed you a number of times, Bill, when I worked for the Chronicle-Herald. You were a sheer delight as a human being and such a wonderful weaver of stories. With your passing, we have all lost someone very special and Heaven has gained a very special soul. Truly, we will not see your like again. Condolences to your family, Bill.
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Margie Carter posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Bill was like family to me. You know the ones. At times he was the stubborn kid or the wise older Uncle. Many a discussion about history or art ended by agreeing to disagree. Always the planner, he once shared an idea to put huts on Devil’s Island and run ghost hunting trips for “those not of weak heart.” Always thinking of how to make the next dollar. His heart was bigger than his stature. Many a time he would help out a friend in need. He will be missed. I am sure he is in a better place and has already reconnected with Steve and Emo up there. Watch out Heaven, the auction boys are together again.
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Ned MacInnis posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
I've had the pleasure of meeting Bill on many occasions. I always found him to be a great man. How sad it is to learn that he passed. My sincerest condolences to his loved ones.
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Luigi Benigno posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
I am so very sad to hear about the passing of my friend Bill. We enjoyed a great business relationship together for many years and became good friends over that time period. He was always a pleasure to spend time with and he always had great ideas that we would discuss in my office many times over the years. I will miss you friend, Luigi Benigno
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Gary Lucas posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
My Dad worked for Bill many years ago as a carpenter building homes on Janice Ann Drive that Bill had disassembled from the former DND Clarence Park community on the lands that are now known as the Autoport Car terminal in Eastern Passage. The homes were initially constructed as pre-fabs and Bill took the opportunity to salvage them, they are still present on the street looking very much like they did in the 60’s. As a young boy growing up just a few doors away from Bill Monts home and the old barn where he hoarded all sorts of old stuff from used windows to a Jigger, an all terrain overland n swamp watercraft. The neighbourhood kids where all curious an devilish to see what was behind those bigs doors. The barn and property was all once part of Scott Horne’s homestead an farm on Hornes Rd. Eastern Passage, NS.
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Maureen Orr posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Many years ago mr mont took some of us out to devils island we worked his ans serv thank u rip
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Kayla posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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Bill was a patient of the doctor's office I worked at, and it was always a pleasure to speak with him over the phone and in person. He had a way of brightening my day each time he came to the clinic, and I found myself looking forward to his appointments to share in his company. May Bill rest in peace, and I wish his family and friends my condolences for his passing. He touched many hearts, not just mine, and his memory will live on within all of us.
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peter Stoffer posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
He was a true friend to all who were fortunate to be in his presence.I will always remember the interview about his life story we did a few years ago.To sit back and listen to his remarkable journey was truly amazing.He brought joy to many people throughout his lifetime and i am proud to have called him my friend.
May he have eternal peace.
Peter Stoffer
Windsor Junction N S
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Larry Kennedy posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I remember Bill from my early days, Managing the Sackville Drive-In Theatre & the Capitol Theatre. In 1973, he spoke to my District Manager about opening the 1st Flea Market at the Sackville Dr-In. I Resigned, in the Spring of 1974, when I was ordered to close the Capitol Theatre, & Bill started the Flea Markets at the Sackville Dr-In, that Summer, which I reminded him of, just a year or 2 ago. I took a few calls from Bill, in my Real Estate Management Position in DND, at CFB Halifax, years later, as he liked to enquire about DND properties adjacent to his properties. I more recently became a Facebook Friend of Bill's, as a result of seeing him regularly at the Fairview Legion Dances, & I had wonderful conversations that I truly enjoyed with Bill. What an Amazing man, who accomplished so much, yet I think his huge multitude of Friends, were really important to him. Bill Mont will be Missed by so many. R.I.P. Bill. My sincere Condolences to & God Bless Bill's wonderful Family.
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Trish & Chris Giles and the team of Wooden Rose Auctions Ltd posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Our sincere condolences to Janice and family. Bill was one of a kind. His legacy will live on. May you find comfort in all the memories.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Bill (Mr. Mont) was one of the most eccentric people I have ever met. Many may not know that he was a member of the very military Unit that I am part of, The Princess Louise Fusiliers, just to add something more to his repertoire. I used to visit him at his last home and have lenghy conversations. His upbeat attitude and sage advice we're always interesting and well received. He was an icon in the HRM and he will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Mark Gallagher posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I had known Bill for many years, introduced to him by ny father when I was young as they were friends dating way back. I visited Bill often. Gone for some drives and chatted about his many business ideas. He always had something in the works! He was a thinker and a doer. Bill had a way of making things happen. Bill had a passion and was an inspiration!! I will certainly miss our chats!! Rest in peace sir!!
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Angie Burke posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. The Lr. Sackville Flea Market, (approximately 35 yrs ago) was the start of my sales career, which started with my sister and I selling 11 different flavors of fudge. In 2009 I returned to school and took my real estate license, a career that I loved. I can remember sitting in my office, looking out the window, and asking myself....how am I ever going to sell a $300,000. house? After my first sale, my thoughts were....it's the same thing as selling a piece of fudge. A sale is a sale. Bill Mont gave me the opportunity by joining his market! Thank you Bill, you will always be remembered! RIP!
ANGIE & GERI...AKA....THE FUDGE LADIES
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Clair Rankin posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
While I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Mont, whenever I heard his name and his activities (which was often), it was always in a positive, caring manner. A "One of a kind" man.
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Robert posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Loved listening to you Bill on the radio. Always respected your opinions and judgment.
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Sam Fried posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
On behalf of Cindy and I as well as our family (who all knew Bill personally and some even worked for him), we would like to offer Janice, Shane and the rest of the Mont family sincere condolences on Bill’s passing.
I remember so many times Bill would call and say ”Sam I’ve got a job for you”. One time it was to get rid of boxes and boxes of typewriter ribbons he had bought for a penny a piece.
I said Bill I'd like to help you out but I think that market has shrunk a bit since the discovery of the computer. But Bill Mont was old school. The next call came to ask me if I would organize and sell the things he had in a warehouse in Spryfield. I went to see it and it was mostly old furniture missing drawers and other pieces. Everything including a very old piano with many missing keys. I had to decline his offer but it was always a blast connecting with Bill over many years.
His family asked me to host his 70th or75th (i think) surprise birthday party at the Westin ? I think. It was a great time and I was honored to have been asked to do it.
He gave me a piece of advice once that I should have listened to. I had opened the Metro Weekend Market in the old Moosehead Brewery building on Windmill Road which was in direct competetion with Bill's Flea Markets. But because of our friendship Bill would always drop in to chat with absolutly no animosity. He taught me a lot about that type of business. The first weekend we opened we had every one of the hundreds of booths rented and over 10,000 people come thru. Bill comes in and says "great work Sam, it looks fantastic". "You should walk away from it now". I said "why Bill"? and he said " Sam you and your vendors will never be able to have a better weekend than this one, which means its all downhill from here", with a huge laugh. Well he was 100 % correct, lol.
So many Sundays my daughter Shayna and I would head out VERY early to set up and try to sell a bunch of Bill’s “collectables” for him. Plus visiting him at Northwood with my son Ryan always added a few more “ Bill Mont Tales”. I will really miss Bill as will many others. Bill's support of so many charity groups always impressed me so much. A true Haligonian who actually used to own the Oland's castle on Young Avenue.
RIP my old friend, the Flea Market King
Sam
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Carol Deyoung posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Bill MacDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
We are sad to hear of the passing of Bill, he will be missed. Bill has been a pillar in the community and a great friend:) Bill MacDONALD
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Cynthia A. Henry posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I am so pleased that I got to meet, and know, Mr. Bill Mont. His exceptional love of history helped shape the story I put together on the Halifax Capitol Theatre. His treasures helped ensure that the memory of the Capitol will continue to thrive for future generations. As will his memory. Thank you, Bill! My sincere condolences to his wonderful family.
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Melanie Kennedy posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I only had one interaction with Bill but it was lovely. My great grandmother was born on Devil’s Island. I’ve always had a fascination with it. I wanted to visit to see it, and Bill was so kind to give permission to spend a day there. I thought it was so cool that you could own an island! So sorry for your loss.
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Glen Fry, P. Eng (retired) posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I knew Bill from my Coast Guard days... we met several times to discuss lighthouse issues... he had bought the Devil's Island (Hfx Hbr) lightkeeper house & property... always fun having a discussion with Bill
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Sarah Hopper posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I remember meeting Bill at Bedford Place Mall at the flea market. I was doing a fundraiser for my youth group and he had lots of questions, then proceeded to buy a good number of the tickets we were selling. He was so sweet, kind and thoughtful. He genuinely cared about community, youth, and the things going on with our areas. I always admired him and his story. I ended up working at the bedford flea market for a few years too, at one of the doors, alternating weeks with a friend for a while. He was a special human and will be missed by a great many. Rip Bill!
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Dwight Parker posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Bill was truly a character. In his world there were no obstacles to an idea. Last time we had words was at Geoff D'Eon's presentation of his documentary on the sinking of the Bounty at the Museum at the Atlantic. He was keen on rebuilding the ship & had some great fundraising ideas. Loved your positive attitude Bill. Halifax will never be the same without you.
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Evangelos Panopalis posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I have such fond memories of Bill, and his family, visiting our family establishment (The Athens Restaurant) over many years. Bill was one of the most genuine, kind and engaging people I had ever met. He always had a smile and a story or two to share. He will be missed, but certainly remembered.
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Donna MacIver posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
My most sincere sympathy to Bill’s Family.
I never met Bill Mont but we were Friends on Facebook ! I enjoyed his interactions with Todd Veinotte on 95.7, he was always looking for a solution to make things better. Bill will be greatly missed!
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Paul Newman posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My best memory was when he stopped by at Hartlen Point while I was on security duty. He stayed and talked for about a half hour especially about Devils Island which was in view. After a half hour he left but returned about 15 minutes with a large coffee. Thanks for the memory.
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Michelle posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I am very sorry for bill passed away and the family
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George Hearn posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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I didn’t know him very long, but we had lots of conversations in the public gardens. He was well known for feeding birds and ducks.
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Philip Publicover posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Just one of thousands of Nova Scotians who mourn Bills passing. I saw him many times around Halifax and took the opportunity to speak with him on two occasions. A very nice man and a voice that I will miss on the radio. Rest in peace Bill Mont. Ypu left your mark on this city.
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tim schultz posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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RIP Bill , you can have a beer with my dad Harold Schultz ( from Princess Louise Fusiliers),
sincere condolences to family and friends .
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Christine Myers posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Bill was such an interesting individual and so full of life. I recall him showing me a video of himself dancing during an event at Northwood Manor and believe me the man could dance. I always made it a point to ask about him at every market I regularly attended simply because he was such a gentleman and such a nice person. He will be dearly missed. Rest in peace and God bless.
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Mick Ryan posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
As we walk during our journey of life, we make contact with many others, but only a few leaves an indelible mark in the memory bank. These few possess unique talents which makes you realize they are special, and the memories they leave behind last for your life time.
Bill was just such a person. Engaging, enchanting, unpredictable. With a love of life unsurpassed. Every day was an adventure, and every hour was an event waiting to happen. Every minute was an opportunity to make contact with a new human being. Every second was a gift to allow his never stopping mind to come up with a new idea he could pursue.
My involvement with Bill started with a situation involving a dispute on a small fishing shack located at Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage. We then moved on to a castle in Ireland, and many more wonderful experiences after that.
Bill lead a full, exciting and wonderful life. He immeasurably enhanced my life and I am forever grateful for him making my life more magical than it would otherwise be.
RIP, my friend.
Mick Ryan
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Christine Lucas posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I will always remember Mr. Mont with fawn memories and so much respect. He gave me advice on several occasions, along with his Daughter Christine on how to present at markets. My first encounter and opportunity as a seller was at the Penhorn Flea Market. I was never without a "spot" and treated with such respect... Last winter Mr. Mont paid his monthly visit to Alderney market, we chatted for quit a while about what he's been up to... he gave me a little 10 second dance and told me that he loves to dance and still does on a weekly. basis. He was a sharp dresser and loved his "fedoras". Like most we often forget, that no one lives on forever. But seeing this post today, not only saden me, but brought back the"why's" I do what I do... That man could sell "anything", it was just who he was and he always did it with finesse! You will be greatly missed Mr Mont... may your soul rest in eternal paradise
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Lucine Toomey posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Bill was a Halifax Icon!! Small in stature but mighty in nature. He was the ultimate entrepreneur - a successful and powerful businessman, who could make a buck at anything and he did!! Bill left his mark on this world . Everyone knew who Bill Mont was. His energy, insight and moxy will be missed. Condolences to Janice and family.
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Edward Lewis posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
As a young boy living near Bill I would often get off jobs working with the many things he would have collected and stored around his infamous old barn on Horne's Road. He was involved with tearing down Clarence Park and has piles of wooden partitions needing to be deconstructed. Nail pulling, piling boards and brick. I'll always remember being in awe of the countless treasures he had stored in that barn.
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Jean Power posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Bill was a big part of our family in GreenBank. My mom would make chocolate cake with boiled icing. Bill would come to get his desert. He hung around with my brothers. Love Bill RIP our friend. ❤️
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Linn Atkinson posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
My late husband Joe Fenn grew up in same neighbourhood and they were friends for many years, the love of flea marketing a common interest. My condolences to his loved ones.
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Nora Valentino posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I will miss hearing him cal into the radio talk show. I looked forward to his calls.
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Carla Wright posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
I will miss our chats at the storage facility. RIP Mr. Mont, you truly were a legend
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Vivian Cooper posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, November 3, 2025
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours in your time of sorrow! Bill will definitely be missed by all who knew him! He was a very generous man! I totally enjoyed my dances with him!
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Monday, November 3, 2025
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Paul Conrad posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
I knew Bill for about 50 years.He was one of a kind..Worked with him so I have many interesting stories to tell'Will miss you Bill.
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Michael Facey posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
While attending many Scotia Festival of Music dinner and auction there was Bill outbidding me on every piece of jewelry. Unbelievable man. RIP Bill.
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Roland O'Brien posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
I always love hearing him call in to 95.7 R.I.P. the show will not be the same without you.
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Margaret Misener Edwards posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing he will be missed . From hearing him in radio n seeing him n talking with him at the park a few times feeding the birds to the flea markets he fave me a few little trinkets . N going to school with Christine .. my thoughts are withball his family n friends . He will be missed but lived a long fulfilling life indeed
