Robert “Bob” Downie
Died: December 29, 2014 | Place: University Hospital, London
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DOWNIE, Bob……
Peacefully surrounded by family at University Hospital, London, on Monday, December 29, 2014, Robert “Bob” Downie in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Mary (Melloni) Downie (2001). Loving father of Mary Lynn Hill (Don), John Downie (Josee Mailloux), Dale Downie (Joyce), Carol Pepino (Doug) and Janet Downie (Michael Blow). Proud grandfather of Sean (Lisa), Andrew (Jenny), Katie (Brian), Stephanie (Richard), Suzanne (Scott), and Ian (April) and great-grandfather Owen, Amy, Tristen, and Avery. Dear brother of Ken Downie (Norma). Missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Bill and Gerry. The family would like to thank the staff at Richmond Woods Retirement Wellness Centre for their patience and kindness. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Bob’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 11 am. A private family interment in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or Lung Association, 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 3M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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We are sadden by the passing of your dad. Had memories of him drinking a beer and enjoying life. He always had a smile on his face. He is now with his wife and still smiling and in no pain. Bill Jody
I will miss your dad’s smiling face with a wave and hello as he strolled past the front desk at RW. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joanne Pasma
DEAR JANET: PLEASE ACCEPT MY MOST SINCEREST CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
Mary Lynn, Don & Family
We would like to send you our sincerest condolences at this difficult time. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
I worked with Bob at Indian Hills and did many renovations at a cottage in Port Franks and house in London. We had many good times at Port Franks. He was a true and loyal friend. Sadly I had lost contact with him when I left the carpentry work. I send my sympathy to Dale John and rest of family
Our deepest condolences to all of our cousins on the loss of their father. We were very sad to hear of Uncle Bob’s passing. May happy memories of both your parents help you through this difficult time.
Tim & Michele Downie, Barrie, ON
Katie, Brian & family….So sorry to hear of the passing of your Grampa. May God give you comfort & grant you strength during this most difficult time.
Dear Mary Lynn, Don and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
Your Dad lived a good long life…cherish your memories.
Hugs
Rosemary and Bill
Our most sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the Downie Family. The beautiful memories of a loved one remain forever in the hearts and souls of those he touched.
Our deepest sympathy. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sending our sincere condolences on the recent passing of dear Bob – a fine fellow, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
We are keeping all in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Love from the extended McGarry and Spencer Golovchenko family.
Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your dear Father.
Dear Janet
I was so sorry to hear this sad news. Take comfort in all the wonderful memories with your Dad to help you through these difficult days. I am praying for you and your family. love Heather
Dear Dale and Family;All current and past Westminister Highschool Alumni members are so very sorry to hear of the very recent passing of a truly fine citizen,ambassador for our city and beyond in the auotomotive trade which he served so well over many years ,with the tradition being contined to this day by his beloved son,grandaughter and business assocites in your employ.Thanks for being such a gracious and humble friend and schoolmate over the past 46 years and counting along with being a great locker pal from September 1971-June 1972 with our hidden large basketball in our locker,back in the day heh,and Jim Scagell;s early morning 8;OO A.M. business classes back in the day ,heh good buddy.Suffice to say just remember all the great times shared with your family members and friends led by yourself with a smile on your face no less and a cool one along side to make the ocassion great.As they always say these days you know,you can truly sell ice to the eskimos for sure with 42 years experience behind you led and mentored now by your young daughter stephanie,the new face as owner of the dealership in the future maybe;food for thought good friend right.God Bless and take care,Brian Cross Customer Service Represenative Parkwood Hospital London,Ontario.
Dear Dale Joyce and family-our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Losing a parent is so difficult. We are away or would pay our respects ? Love Ken and Barb and family
Janet & Mike Bob was such a great guy and we are so pleased we got to spend so many X-mas eves with him at your house. The best times was around your boat sitting on the deck chairs and having a few cocktails and him telling us stories of you monkey’s when you were children. His face always lit up when you would tell stories about your Mom and her answer to anything was I’ll cook something and let’s all sit around the table. I hate it when people say he is in abetter place in your mind the best place is with you and your Brothers & Sisters but just think who he is with right now and how happy he is. Mary is making that special sauce of hers as we speak. Echo sends his love to his GodParents and his little legs are around your neck and giving you kisses. Love You
Dear Mary Lynn and Don,
May you find comfort in the love of friends and family during this difficult time. Your father is at peace.
Love, Lily and Michael
Ken and I both worked for Bob many years ago. Bob and Mary were also at our wedding 40 years ago. We wish the family our condolences.
To The Downie Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. I first met Bob in 2002 when I was employed at Dale’s dealership. He was always so friendly when he and his brother Bill dropped in. He always said “make it happen!”, always so positive. From there, so many fun memories – playing poker, bingo, weekends at the cottage with friends – lots of laughs and stories around the camp fire. He used to call me his “decorator” because I decorated his apartment and at Christmas time too So many good memories over the years. He was like an Uncle to me. I will truly miss him. He will always hold a special place in my heart. When I visited him at Richmond Woods, he looked to good, it is hard to believe he is gone. But he will never be forgotten.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
We wish to express our deepest sympathies to John and Josee on their loss of their Dad. It sounds like he had an exceptional life and was a great roll model for his family.
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with John and Josee and the rest of the Downie family.
Mary Lynn & Carol –
My condolences at the loss of your Dad. Sympathies to you & your families.
Dale
To the Downie family –
Words alone can’t express the sadness I feel on hearing of Bob’s death. For so many years, he – and your mom – were such a big part of our summers at Ipperwash. Although the visits have been less frequent recently, please know that he was never far from my thoughts. My prayers are with you.
To Dale and Stephanie and Families – my sympathy at this time of loss. It isn’t easy at any time, but this time of year makes it a little harder. Again, my sympathy. Herb Summers.
The Downie and Jago families shared many great times at Ipperwash. Thinking of all of you at this time. We will arrange a get-together this summer of the two families to raise a toast to your Dad.
Carol & Janet, My condolences at the loss of your Dad. Sympathies to you & your families.
Nicole
Janet and Mike. sorry to hear of the death of your Dad. We hope the strength and love of family and friends help you through this sad time. Our thoughts are with you both.