Peacefully, at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie, on Monday, April 17, 2006, Robert Jack Drysdale, of London, formerly of Hensall, in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Vera Margaret (MacVicar) Drysdale (1985). Dear father of Jerry and wife Helen of R.R. 1 Dashwood and Paul and wife Yvonne of Lindsay. Loving grandfather of Melissa and Mike, Mark, Kerri and Kevin and great-grandfather of Allison and Natalie. Sadly missed by his best friend Bette Nielson, sister-in-law Helyn Drysdale and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents George Mark and Luella (Ortwein) Drysdale, brother John “Jack” Drysdale and sister Kathryn and her husband Barry Williams. Robert was a long time member of Huron Lodge 224, Scottish Rite (32nd Degree), Mocha Shriners and the Royal Order of Jesters.
At Roberts request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of ones choice .
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Condolence From: Betty and Verne Johnson
We were so sorry to learn of Bob’s death.You have our deepest sympathy. We will always remember the good times we had with he and Bette at New Symrna.The Shrine Club lunch was never the same when they were not able to go to Florida.He was a true gentleman and so pleasant to be with.
Regards
Betty and Verne
Condolence From: Peggy Rivard
I wish to extend my sympathies to Mr. Drysdale’s family. I met Mr. Drysdale through Siloam United Church and was fortunate to have visited with him several times at his residence on Doon Drive. I remember him as a very soft-spoken, gentle man. We had some very interesting conversations; it was always a pleasure to deliver church news to him.
My sincere sympathy to you all.
Condolence From: Annen
Dear Jerry & Helen & family,
We wish to extend to you our deepest sympathy with the loss of your father. May the Lord comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
John & Anne Tasker & Michael Annen