Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 12:00 a.m.
Heaton, Robert
With great sadness we announce the passing of ROBERT "BOB" HEATON, beloved husband of Marilynn (nee Scherer). Bob passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, in the St. Michael's Health Centre - Palliative Care Unit, on Monday, June 29, 2015, at the age of 76 years.Bob was a loving father to Karen (Bill Ewing), Melanie (Pat Belliveau), and Neil (Trish Jackson), grandfather to Amy Ewing (Fabian Richards) and Arla Ewing, great-grandfather to Jordan Ewing-Richards, and special uncle to all his nieces and nephews, especially Amber and Joel Mueller.Bob was born on February 27, 1939 in Lethbridge, Alberta. He is survived by his brother Donald (Norleen) of Waterloo, ON and predeceased by his parents, Harold and Kay Heaton.
With great sadness we announce the passing of ROBERT "BOB" HEATON, beloved husband of Marilynn (nee Scherer). Bob passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, in the St. Michael's Health Centre - Palliative Care Unit, on Monday, June 29, 2015, at the age of 76 years.
Bob was a loving father to Karen (Bill Ewing), Melanie (Pat Belliveau), and Neil (Trish Jackson), grandfather to Amy Ewing (Fabian Richards) and Arla Ewing, great-grandfather to Jordan Ewing-Richards, and special uncle to all his nieces and nephews, especially Amber and Joel Mueller.
Bob was born on February 27, 1939 in Lethbridge, Alberta. He is survived by his brother Donald (Norleen) of Waterloo, ON and predeceased by his parents, Harold and Kay Heaton.
Bob and Marilynn were married on September 15, 1962. To Bob's delight, Karen, Melanie and Neil arrived shortly thereafter. Spending time with his family was the most important part of his life and he enjoyed their holidays, parties and vacations together.
Bob spent 30 years as a primary products inspector for the federal government, followed by five years in provincial government meat inspection. His passion was being of service to others where he volunteered at Chinook Regional Hospital, moving through various positions over 35 years. He was also active in various ministries in his church and a member of the Knights of Columbus.
He enjoyed woodworking, fishing and camping and travelling with friends and family, especially the cruises and bus trips. Bob courageously fought a two-year battle with multiple myeloma (a type of cancer), which unfortunately brought his travels to an end. The family would like to thank all the medical staff that provided such excellent care with special heartfelt appreciation for Dr. Benke and the staff at the Jack Ady Cancer Centre and Dr. Smuts and the staff at St. Michael's Health Centre Palliative Care.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME - 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Friday, July 10th, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. with Mr. Gary Hudak officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH - 2405 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Saturday, July 11th, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Nathan Siray celebrating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Bob to the All Saints Parish Building Fund - 2405-12 Ave. S., Lethbridge T1K 0P4.
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Marilynn, Karen and family Very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I will remember him as always smiling and so generous with his time volunteering at the hospital. May your memories of Bob bring you comfort. May prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless
We were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Our thoughts will be with you Marilynn and your family and we pass along our sincere condolences. Unfortunately we will be unable to attend the funeral mass and service due to previous commitments but you will be in our thoughts today. Lori & Rodger
Neil & Family, I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our prayers are with you.
Thoughts & prayers for the family during this difficult time. Bob was a great man who will be missed. Bob (Research Station) & Audrey Waddle
Marilyn, Karen, Melanie, Neil and family, Our thoughts are with you through this time of loss. We recall with much fondness Bob's bright smile and ever cheerful greetings when you visited our Capital Hill neighbourhood. May you find comfort in love shared, the support of family and friends, and God's care for you. Bert and Ed
DEAR MARILYNN AND FAMILY. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER. OUR THOGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. BRUNO AND MARIE CHISTE
To Marilynn & family, Our deepest sympathies on the sad loss of Bob. No matter how old or how young it always feels too soon to say goodbye, Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Alma and Elmer Markwart
Dear Marilynn and Family, So saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I remember him as a kind, giving man, and always smiling when I saw him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kristin