Robert “Bob” Read

Died: July 9, 2019 | Place: Horizon Place

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READ, Robert “Bob” ACI …
On Tuesday, July 9, 2019, Robert “Bob” Read passed peacefully at Horizon Place, London at the age of 87. Beloved husband of the late Betty (Taig) Read (2017). Dear father of Peggy Read, Cathy Grasby (Bill) and Craig Read. Predeceased by his son David Read. Cherished grandfather to Graham Janson (Sarah), Naomi Kuehnbaum (Adam), Heidi Janson (Tyler Campbell), Erica Jewer (Tristan), Luke Grasby (Jill), Paul Grasby (Hannah), Jessie Read, Adam Read and Cole Read. Much loved great-grandfather to Lincoln and Mackenzie Jewer, Brielle Kuehnbaum and Chloe and Lincoln Audette. Will be greatly missed by his nephew W. Scott Gray (Shelley). Bob had a long and rewarding career as credit manager of McKerlie-Millen Automotive Inc. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, July 15, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A funeral service will be held at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7 on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 11 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Wesley-Knox United Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

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  1. Ronalee Porter July 10, 2019 at 5:32 pm

    My heartfelt condolences to you all of the passing of Bob. I have many memories of our times together at Wesley Knox in the various groups they belong to and on different committees. A delightful couple and always very proud of their children and grandchildren. Bob is reunited with the love of his life and for that we can be grateful. Bob will be missed by many dear friends.

  2. Elaine Schelstraete July 10, 2019 at 10:02 pm

    Cathy, sending you sympathies and hugs on the loss of your dad.
    Elaine Schelstraete

  3. Sandy Ulmer July 11, 2019 at 9:37 am

    Hi Cathy & family, so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love Sandy

  4. Karen Read July 11, 2019 at 10:59 am

    To my Read family, may we always cherish the many memories we have made together, may you all find peace in knowing his is again with his one true love; as well as with David. He will always be remembered as a true gentleman. Always kind, always interested and filled with pride by the accomplishments of his family. Soar high in Paradise, at last you are “flying” xo

  5. Grant Wren July 11, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I have some funny memories of working with Bob for many years on the old “Communications Committee” at Wesley-Knox where we’d meet for a quick PB&J sandwich lunch at Jean Wylie’s while we proofread the newsletter. I can also remember some fun youth group events with pool parties on Roehampton that Bob and Betty kindly hosted. May your faith sustain you and your memories bring comfort and knowing that your parents and grandparents are reunited again along with David.

  6. Shirley & Ross Rowe July 12, 2019 at 8:38 am

    Cathy, Craig , Peggy & Family – we were saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. We remember him as a very kind, caring & gentle man.
    May you find some comfort in your grief knowing others share your loss

  7. Doug McGregor July 13, 2019 at 9:04 pm

    I remember Bob as a Kiwanis Club member, helping to make our community better. I am glad that I knew Bob and I extend my condolences and best wishes to his family.

  8. Inge Desmarais July 14, 2019 at 9:21 am

    I remember working with Bob at McKerlie Millen Auto Parts. He was a kind person and easy to get along with. I’m sure he’ll be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family.

  9. Sheila Suknandan July 14, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    Cathy, Peggy, Craig and family

    I will miss your Dad so very much. He was a kind, compassionate and gentle soul. I am honoured to have known such a fine man so well these past years. He was so proud of you all and always smiled brightly as he spoke of his family. I will cherish his kindness and friendship always. Rest in peace now Bob.

  10. Terry Brown July 14, 2019 at 4:35 pm

    Betty & Bob were always a part of my life. They were dear friends to my parents and our combined families had many fond memories.

  11. Helen Campbell July 15, 2019 at 5:11 pm

    My condolences go to all of the Read and extended families. Bob was in every sense a “Gentleman and a “Gentle” man.He always had time to listen to you.He will be greatly missed.My Blessings to you all

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