Obituary of Hugh Roblin

(George) Hugh Roblin, 88, of Markham, Ontario passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Fri. Oct. 25th, 2019 at Markham Stouffville Hospital after a 15 year battle with Chronic Leukemia.

Hugh was born in Milford, Ontario, Aug. 2nd, 1931. He started his teaching career in the Prince Edward County area and eventually made his way to Markham District High School having a long career teaching Industrial Arts and as a Guidance Councillor. There he touched a lot of souls and the love of sports saw him coach football and later hockey for MDHS. Hugh was a gentle, loving and kind man whose patience was his virtue above all. He enjoyed woodworking, golf and watching the local Toronto sports teams.

Hugh was a beloved and dedicated family man to his late wife, Marjorea Katharine, and surviving sons Gordon (Toula) and Neil. He was an extremely loved grandfather "Grampa Hugh" to Sierra and Savanna. He also left behind many nieces and nephews he loved dearly. Visitation will be held on Thurs. Nov. 7th between 6pm-9pm at Dixon-Garland Funeral Home at 166 Main St. Markham, Ont. Memorial Service will be held on Friday Nov. 8th at 1pm at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church at 143 Main St. Markham, Ont. followed by refreshments.

The family asks donations to www.llscanada.org in lieu of flowers.