Bob passed away suddenly but peacefully with his family by his side at Seaforth Community Hospital on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at the age of 77. Loving husband of Pauline (Dolmage) McMichael for over 54 years. Proud dad of Dan and Michelle McMichael, and Cheryl McMichael and Chris Matthews. Adored grandpa “Papa” of Ryland, Maera, Scott, William, and Samantha. Dear brother of Jack and Bonnie McMichael and brother-in-law of Wayne and Sheila Dolmage, and Eileen and Dave Stenback. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his son Craig McMichael, parents Alexander and Wilma McMichael, and parents-in-law Stewart and Doreen Dolmage.
Bob was a true country man at heart, happiest on the farm or behind the wheel of a truck. He proudly served his community through his trucking business, and even after retirement, he couldn’t stay away from the road for long. Bob and Pauline made the most of their winters in Florida, embracing a “semi” retirement filled with euchre games, shuffleboard matches, and warm laughter. Whether with family or friends, Bob was always ready with a quick joke and a smile, making every moment a little lighter and a lot more fun.
Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Seaforth.
Donations to Alzheimer Society Huron Perth or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Seaforth Long Term Care for their care and compassion shown to Bob and his family through his time there.
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Amanda McMichael
Aunt Pauline, Dan, Cheryl, and families I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Faye Ribey
Pauline and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeanett and George Wood
Pauline and family so sorry to hear of Bob,s passing.Hold your memories close.He will be missed Jeanett and George Wood
Jerry Van Esch
Pauline,Cheryl and Dan and Family, Astrid and I are so sorry for your loss. Bob will always be remembered by us as a good friend and the best truck driver!
He will be missed by many.
Dennis & Donna Harris
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Cherish all those happy memories.
Ron and Diane Ferguson
Sincere Sympathy to you, Pauline and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Irene Cantelon
Pauline and family my thoughts and prayers are with all at this very sad time hugs Irene and family
Archie & June Ferguson
So sorry for your loss! We remember Bob And Pauline from our time at Hunter’s Run in Florida!
Nancy Wasson
Pauline and family, so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Heather McDougall
Thinking of you Pauline and your family. You are in my prayers
Ken and Jannette Stoll
Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families
Carol Dixon
Pauline & Family. So sorry for your loss. Hugs. Carol Dixon
Marg& Bruce Lamont
Pauline and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Keep your memories close to u.
Leone Ryan
Dear Pauline and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Cherish your memories. Leone
Wayne & Donna Stirling
Our deepest sympathy to Pauline and family.
Kathleen Dale
Deepest Sympathy to the whole family!
Raymond Horne
Sorry for your loss. I’ve known Bob since back in the 60’s and we’ve worked a lot together. He was a good friend. He will be missed by many.
Ken and Marg Caldwell
Dear Pauline and Family – Our heartfelt sympathy we share with all of you. Bob was such a great all round guy and Ken thoroughly enjoyed the time he spent with him. He has gone from this earth from us but he will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace, Bob. Our respects, Ken and Marg Caldwell.
Steve & Robena Tyndall
Pauline, Dan, Cheryl and families:
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Steve and Robena
Rosemary Beange
Sincere condolences to you Pauline and family on Bob’s passing.
Cherish your wonderful memories. It was always nice to chat when
we crossed paths.
Allan&Rosemary Beange
Ray and Linda McNichol
Our condolences to you and your family….
Jane & John Hoggart
Pauline and family: so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our hearts go out to you at this time. 🤗
Wayne & Donna Stirling
Our deepest sympathy to Pauline and family.
Stu & Pat Steenstra
So very sorry Pauline and family. Sending our love.
Stu and Pat Steenstra
Nancy and Walter Marchl
Dear Pauline, Dan and Michelle, Cheryl and Chris and your family, our deepest sympathy. Bob was always willing to help others, a friend to many who will miss his kindness and his wonderful sense of humor.
He will be greatly missed.
David McMichael
Dear Pauline and family we are so sorry to hear about the unexpected passing of our cousin Robert “Bob” McMichael. Barb and I are especially thankful for the opportunity to reconnect with him and you in recent years. Those enjoyable moments will be with us for ever. Bob will be deeply missed not just for the memories but for his kindness, humour and generosity. Until we meet again on the other side, may he rest in peace. His spirit will live on with you and his children, and everyone who had the honour of knowing him.
Barb and David McMichael
Sharon “McMichael” and Brian Seeley
Doug Janet McLean
Pauline and family. So sorry for your loss . Take care in knowing how Bob touched so many with his humour, wit and such a big man with a big heart. We enjoyed our time in Clinton with you both and the Feltz’s I’m sure Ralph and Bob will be getting together and get a card game going.
Marlene Forbes
Thinking of you Cherish those happytimes
Marj Dobson
Pauline and family: I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. My deepest sympathies to you at this difficult time.
Sincerely
Marj Dobson
Dorothy Carter
Pauline and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. I will never forget our entertaining card games together. Bob was always quick with a laugh and a joke. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Marie Middleton
My sympathy to Pauline and family
Jim and Donna
Sincerest sympathy to Pauline and family. We always enjoyed seeing you both.
Jim and Donna Hayden
Argina Pearson
Pauline and family,
Sending all our love and sincerest condolences on the passing of our friend, neighbour and special “chauffeur” on the days we needed him most.
Our family will forever be grateful to you Bob.
Always,
Argina Pearson and family.
Argina Pearson
Pauline and family,
Sending all our love and special condolences on the passing of our friend, neighbour and special “chauffeur” on the days we needed him most.
Our family will forever be grateful to you Bob.
Always,
Argina Pearson and family.
Andy VANESCH
Pauline,Cheryl and Dan and Family
I am sad about loosing a dear friend and pass my condolences.
We valued our long business relationship and close friendship.
Bob was well respected by my staff and fellow friends in the lumber business.
Best trucker we had for many years.
Norcan and McMichel was true partnership
He will be missed by all
Tom/Twyla Phillips
Dear Pauline and family
We were sorry to read that Bob had passed away. Our deepest sympathies are extended to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Sincerely Tom and Twyla
Frank & Grace Dolmage
With Deepest Sympathy Pauline & Family in your loss. We will always remember his joyful personality whenever we had occasion to share friendship. Treasure your many loving memories of which he has gifted you . Keeping you in our love and prayers.
God’s Blessings & Peace be with you all ~ Frank & Grace Dolmage
Jim and Barb Howard
Our condolence for your loss
Pauline and Family we will miss him.
Helen Lyons
Pauline and Family,
Sorry to hear that Bob has passed away. My thoughts are with you at this sad time in your lives.
Cherish your memories to help you through this. R.I.P. Bob.
Sincerely,
Helen Lyons
Virginia & David Caesar
Dear Pauline & family. We were saddened to learn that Bob had suddenly passed away, and we extend our sincere condolences. We enjoyed playing cards with you both, and that is how we met you. A shared love. May Bob now rest in peace with your son Craig.
Stu and Linda Gingerich
So sorry for your loss, thinking of the good times we had with Bob and Pauline over the years since the “Ross Scott” days
Larry and Corrie Moir
Pauline:
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Bob. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Larry and Corrie Moir
Natalie Steenstra
Hi Cheryl, Pauline, Dan and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Please know I’m thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sending my heartfelt condolences.
Paul Kiar
So sorry to hear of your loss Dan, Cheryl and Pauline. So many great memories and things learned from Bob.
Else Dale
Pauline and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Don & Kittie MacGregor
We are sorry to hear of the loss of Bob. Don enjoyed working for you both and we know that he will be missed.
Fred Dutot
Pauline and Family: Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We had many happy times together.
Carol & Fred Dutot
Joan Whyte
Sincere Condolences to the McMichael and Dolmage families. Keep the memories close to your heart.
Nick and Joan Whyte
Ann LeBeau
Pauline and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Rick & Ann LeBeau
Audrey O’Rourke
Wayne, Sheila and family – My condolences to you on the passing of your brother-in-law. May he now rest in peace.
Kurt Marchl
Sorry for your loss, Many happy memories of Bob while growing up.
Gary and Bonnie Lawrence
With deepest sympathy for your loss, Pauline and family. Another fun loving country boy taken away. He will be missed by so many people. May he rest in peace forever. Hugs from Gary and Bonnie.
Bill and Lia Hoggarth
Pauline, Dan and Cheryl, we are sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Lia and Bill Hoggarth.
Kathy Driscoll
So sorry for your loss he will be missed
Yvonne Dougherty
Sorry to hear. Our deepest sympathy. Yvonne and Gordy
Agnes Scarrow
So sorry for your loss Pauline and family
Nancy Ducharme
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. My deepest sympathy Nancy Ducharme
Budd Bell
So sorry for your loss. Pat and Budd Bell
Janice Preszcator
Pauline My sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.