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joan Tavern Gerten posted a condolence
Saturday, March 9, 2019
so sorry for your loss. Too young to go home.
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Katherine Lowens-Varey posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
To me, Bob was the "salt of the earth." Kind, caring, loving, happy and with a sharp sense of humour.,He was known at Bendale B.T.I. as "Butter Tart Bob." Every day he ate a home made butter tart at lunch We often talked about his Ontario Butter Tart Tours he took with his family. He loved to talk about his dogs in the good ole Scarborough Board days. Gord and Katherine send their heartfelt sympathies to Bob's wife Norma and to Bob's daughters on this very sad occasion. Our hearts are humbled by this loving, gracious man.
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Ron and Agnes Stewart posted a condolence
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Norma and family we were sorry to hear of Bob's passing.
He was a wonderful person to know at Ranchero. We will miss him.
Take care Norma. Ron and Agnes
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Alyson Gillan posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2018
Norma, My heart goes out to you and your family at this time! Love and sincerest best wishes, Alyson
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Yvonne Germaine Dufault posted a condolence
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Robert was a fine man whose presence was appreciated by many people including me the accordionist volunteer at Unionvilla. I got to know him better during our group trip to the Aquarium down by the CN tower this summer. We had wondeeful discussions about the exhibits. He talked about his great love for his family. He planned to return to visit the Aquarium with his wife and grandkids. Today our outing is to the Markham Fair. I was so excited at the thought of Bob and I zooming around with his wheelchair to capture photos and videoclips with the baby animals and exhibits that interest him to share again with the grandchildren. I will hold him in my heart today while i help one of his friends from Unionvilla navigate around the fairgrounds. This kind brilliant former school principal will shine like a star in the heavens to help guide our paths and remain forever in our hearts.
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Barb Curry posted a condolence
Thursday, September 27, 2018
I worked with Bob at Bendale B.T.I. and he was a very happy person with a positive outlook. He was much loved by students and staff. I hope he had lots of joy and few regrets. With Deepest Sympathy, Love & Friendship, Barb Curry.
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Bill Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
My most sincere condolences to his family. Bob was a very fine man, a great principal always there for the students and staff. He was instrumental in my being hired by the Scarborough Board-many thanks-Bill Brown
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Jim Ferrando posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Dear Norma,
I was very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. Though we lost touch over the years, I retain many fond memories of the time that we spent working together at WHCI. Bob was a dynamic leader in the English Department and a good mentor as well. I hope that the sorrow that you're feeling right now, will, in time, be replaced by only happy memories of the many years that you and Bob shared together.
Sincerely,
Jim
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Ralph & Lois Trimble posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Dear Norma and Family,
We were so very sorry to learn of Robert’s passing. We have very fond memories of you and your family, as we got our two wonderful Miniature Schnauzers, Kirby and Koko, from you back in June of 1999. Sadly, they are both gone now, but the years of love and joy we received from them are due to your loving upbringing of these incredible little dogs. We have never forgotten you, and never will. Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss of Robert.
Ralph & Lois Trimble
Ballantrae, Ontario
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Gordon McMann posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Norma, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you comfort and peace.
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Madelyn Reynolds posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
I am so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. I will always cherish those days with Bob and Norma at West Hill. Those were the glory days of teaching with seemingly unlimited possibilities. Then, at Bendale, Bob and I experienced the steepest possible learning curve ever with Andy Brown, preparing us to become principals. At all levels, Bob was an extraordinary educator, caring, humble and level headed. He will be sorely missed and forever remembered by so many people. My condolences to Norma and family both in Sault Ste. Marie and the GTA.
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Terry Singh posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Mrs. Gentile and Family, please accept my condolences from my family to yours.
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Dale Nicol posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
I am very saddened to hear that Bob has passed. It is far too soon to lose one of "the good guys." I always enjoyed our closed door meetings with regards to
staffing and the timetable. Bob always had a glint in his eye when things worked out for us. He had his agenda but always listened to our ideas and often just let us do what was in the best interest of Woburn. He accomplished a lot and was always a pleasure to deal with. Unfortunately, we are away or I would certainly be in Markham to show my respect and sadness.
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Kelly (Fraser) VanRavenswaay posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Mrs. Gentile, Andrea, Nicolette and family: I am so sorry to hear this news and for your loss. I have been thinking back to how much fun we had as kids at the cottage - going on the boat, climbing up the treehouse or just a rainy day playing board games. Mr. Gentile was such a big part of those memories and I cherish that time. My sincere condolences, I am thinking of you all. Love, Kelly
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Robert McConnell posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Norma,
So saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Bob McConnell
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Justin Chow posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
Mr. Gentile was the principal at Woburn for 4 of 5 years I was there; he was such a nice guy and always made a point of randomly visiting the various extra-curriculars "just to say hi". Even though he didn't teach any classes, you could tell he cared about the students and just wanted everyone to have a good school experience. Thanks Mr. Gentile, rest in peace.
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christine Campigotto posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
My sincere condolences to Norma and all Bob's family. We always enjoyed his company in Florida
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Linda MacLean posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
To Norma and family. Alton and I are so sad to hear of Bob's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy. God bless you all at this time.
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Doug Norris posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
Norma I'm sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed my conversations with Bob at Ranchero Village and in Rochester. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
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Monday, September 24, 2018
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Although I never knew Bob well, he was the principal of Woburn when I attended as a student teacher from York and made such a positive impression on me with his kindness, his attention to detail and his unfailing support of the arts. When, years later, I had the opportunity to apply for a teaching position, it was Bob who hired me. 16 years have passed since then and I am still at Woburn and pass his picture every morning with a smile and a reminder to give my all. He will be so missed. Please accept my condolences for your loss.
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Faye and Jim Kerr posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
Dear Norma and family,
Jim and I are very sad that you and your family have suffered through this type of illness and the tragic loss of Bob.
I want you to know that we will always love our cousins and their families and nothing has changed for us, Norma, with these memories and feelings. Love will follow you, Norma, through your children, your grandchildren and your siblings and extended families, and you will find comfort and peace of mind in this.
Love,
Faye and Jim.
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Dorothy Norris posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
Norma and family Don and I are so sorry to hear about Bob. He was a wonderful friend and we had many wonderful times together
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megan christie posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
Dearest Norma and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am sending heart-felt condolences.
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Boyd Lee posted a condolence
Monday, September 24, 2018
To Norma and Family.
Marg and I were so sorry too hear of Bob's passing. We offer our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Bob.
He will be missed.
Boyd and Marg Lee
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Joe & Camilla Wirtes posted a condolence
Sunday, September 23, 2018
To Norma and family. Sorry for your loss. Bob was a great friend and we enjoyed our time in Florida every winter with you two. He will be missed but his memory will live forever. We enjoyed the dinners and parties and Bob’s stories. May he Rest In Peace. Love, Joe and Camilla.
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Lorraine Hackenbrook posted a condolence
Sunday, September 23, 2018
Norma and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. It is always hard to go through this experience. Our love and blessings to you. Lorraine and Ken
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