Passed away on January 5, 2024 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Patricia “Pat” Spence for 61 years. Dear father of Colleen Spence and John (Mary) Spence. Grandfather of Alysia and Step Grandfather of Sarah (Andrew) Campbell and Joe (Carly) Turford. Also Step Great Grandfather to Ethan, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Rainie Campbell and Lola and Lars Turford. Also survived by sisters Joan Spence and Sue Ann (Keith) Hodgkinson and cousin Anne Hammond. At Bob’s request there will be no funeral home visitation. Special Thank you to Dr. Mark Duckworth, the staff at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, and the wonderful staff and volunteers of Huron Hospice Bender House. Cremation has taken place and a private family inurnment will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers donations to a charity of your choice are gratefully acknowledged by the family.
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Liz Petrie
Dear John, Mary and families.
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was such a kind friendly man who we always chatted with on our walks. I had just seen him walking, not that long ago and we had a wonderful chat. May he RIP and may you all find comfort in your memories.
Liz, Phil, Brady and Morgan and families
Judy & Allan Day
John, Mary & family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our sincere condolences.
claire Reynolds
We would like to share our condolences Colleen and John on the loss of your father.
Although we didn’t know him that well, he was kept in high regard as a long time friend of my parents.
Remember the memories you shared and know now he is in a better place.
Sympathies,
Mike and Claire(nee Doherty) Reynolds and Family
Jason Yeo
Bob and his late wife Pat always took the time to say hello, to share their home and to offer their backyard oasis for my children to use. Bob was a fantastic neighbour and we will miss his kind smile, the many front yard chats and his generous nature. We are sad to lose him, but find comfort that he has been reunited with his beloved wife in heaven.
Crystal Brennan-Yeo
Bob has been a most gracious, kind and generous neighbour to our family ever since we moved in next door 9 years ago. We are blessed to have had him in our lives. He offered his pool, his home, his love and his hospitality to my entire family and always took the time to check in on us. Both he and Pat were considered family in our hearts and we miss them both dearly.
Cindy Brennan
Bob was my daughter’s family neighbour for several years. Both his lovely wife Pat and Bob were most kind to them and always offered the use of their pool or anything they needed. I came to know Bob when I was visiting my grandkids. On one occasion I locked myself out of the house while I was babysitting the dog. In a bit of a panic I ran over to ask Bob for help and he let me phone for a key. He was insistent that I wait in the house until the key arrived, as I didn’t have a coat on and it was pretty cold. A sweet couple who are now together again. Our sincere sympathy to all of the family. Sincerely, Cindy and Steve Brennan.
Marianne Doak
Colleen, Alysia, John, Mary and families
I was sad to hear of “Builder Bob’s” passing. He was such a gentle and caring man. I’m so glad I got to chat with him when he was in the hospital. We had a few laughs especially about my not being able to hit a golf ball. I always enjoyed seeing him when I was at work. He would come in to get something to fix something hence the nick name “Builder Bob”
I will miss his caring personality, along with many others I’m sure. Please know that you all are in my thoughts during this tough time.
Phil Paquette
John, Mary and family, sorry to hear about your Dads passing, I always enjoyed our conversations, he was a smart guy!! I’m sure he will be missed.
Shelagh Sully
Dear Colleen and John. My heart is full. I have many happy memories of both your mum and dad as friends and neighbours of John and me. I know you will have so many happy memories as well. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Shelagh Sully
Bruno & Mary Lapaine
Our sincere sympathy to Colleen & John. Many good memories o f our sales team at Champion
Nick and Joan Whyte
Our sincere Sympathy to John and Mary, also your families. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Nick and Joan
Stan & Ellen Connelly
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We have so many good memories we shared over the years.
Just LOVED the “Shrimp Toast ” he use to make for us all.
Gary Ulch
Thinking of you guys!
Didn’t know Bob very long
Wonderful man I’m sure he will be missed .. Hugs
Robin MacIntyre
Here’s a picture I hold dear – my sweet cousins, in happier days!
I will miss Bob so much; his kind and positive nature, a most lovely man who was a pillar of my family ever since I was born. His sense of inner peace and serenity was there even before life started throwing curve balls at him, it even survived losing his dear Patricia after a lifetime together.
I remember as a child being amazed about the many countries his job took him too – quite exotic in those days!
I would ask for details, but all I remember him saying was that although things looked very different there (Africa, Germany, the Far East…) – people were all the same.
How could they be any different, as they would have all responded the same way to his big friendly smile and optimism? I’m sure his next adventure is being met with just as much trust and acceptance.
Our love and sympathies are with Colleen, John, Mary, Alysia, Thomas and all their families,
❤️ Always in my heart, love never dies.
Robin MacIntyre
and Enn Poldmaa
Goulais River ON
Don &Donna Fisher
So sorry to hear of your dad passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Liz Black-Petrie
Dear John and families..
I am deeply saddened to hear about your dad’s passing. We would have wonderful conversations when we would see each other on the street walking, or when I went by the house with the dogs.In fact, we had a conversation perhaps just a week before he entered hospice. Such a wonderful, kind man who will be missed. My deepest sympathies to all and may you hold your memories close to help you through these difficult days ahead. Liz, Phil, Brady and Morgan and families
Denise Langlois
Sending my sincere condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of meeting Pat and Bob a few years ago and was drawn to how pleasant a couple they were. Bob will be missed by everyone who knew him. You will now be with the love of your life, Pat.
Murray and Kathy Hunking
Colleen ,Alysia ,Thomas, John and family , Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this most difficult time . R.I.P. “Bob-The-Builder”. Kathy and Murray .
Shirley Ward
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing this morning. I am going to miss him and his telepone calls. My condolences to all the family. He will really be missed!
Judy and paul Kelly
Dear Colleen, John and families
We are so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Your mom and dad were wonderful neighbours of ours when we lived on suncoast. I am sure you have such wonderful memories to hold close. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.