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KIRK: Bob (Poppy) of Zurich formerly of Exeter

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 24, 2017 @ 1:18 PM In Obituary,Zurich | 52 Comments

KIRK: Bob (Poppy) of Zurich formerly of Exeter

Peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 24, 2017 of Zurich and formerly of Exeter in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Betty (Brown) Kirk. Dear father of Greg, Kelly and Jeff Webster, and Patty. Adored “Pa” of Brandyn, Matthew and Josie, Adam, Ashley and Leah. Predeceased by his daughter Debbie (1993), son Mark (1989) and daughter-in-law Sandy (2015).  Bob will be fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters and their families. He was a long-time member of the Local 593 UA Plumbers Union and was proud to have worked on many of the large buildings across Southwestern Ontario.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the R.C.L. – R.E. Pooley – Branch #167 (Exeter Legion), 316 William Street, Exeter on Thursday, August 31, 2017 from 2-4 PM. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations to Blessings Community Store, South Huron Hospital Foundation – Jessica’s House or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “KIRK: Bob (Poppy) of Zurich formerly of Exeter”

Condolence from Grant Thomson on August 24th, 2017 1:39 PM

My thoughts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Jim and Ruth Gingerich on August 24th, 2017 1:40 PM

Dear Betty and family. We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. We will miss Bob at Blessings, as he always brightened the day with his visits and “tech” advice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Melissa Stinnett on August 24th, 2017 1:51 PM

Thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Bob was a good man.

Condolence from Doug and Joyce McBeath on August 24th, 2017 2:36 PM

To Betty, Greg, Kelly and Patty our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Never saw Bob when he didn’t have a joke to tell Keep your memories close

Condolence from Lois and Doug Thiel on August 24th, 2017 3:06 PM

Sincere sympathy to Betty and all the family in the loss of a wonderful husband,father and grandfather. May it help to know that others are sharing your grief at this time and may many wonderful memories sustain all of you on the road ahead–Lois and Doug.

Condolence from Kathy Kirk on August 24th, 2017 3:20 PM

Dear Aunt Betty and family,
Sorry to hear of Uncle Bob’s passing.. He was a wonderful uncle..
He will remain in our hearts and minds, forever.. R.I.P. Uncle Boobie

Condolence from Patti Hunt on August 24th, 2017 3:58 PM

Betty and Family
I’ve only recently heard that Bob was not well so imagine my surprise at his passing.
Please accept my condolences and heartfelt prayers.
Love to all❤️

Condolence from Wendy and Mike Masse on August 24th, 2017 4:25 PM

Betty, Greg, Kelly and Family, our deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. We had the pleasure of being Bob’s neighbor for 5 years, and in that time shared many good laughs with him around the fire pit. We will always remember him as a kind man, with a warm smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all????

Condolence from Rob and Brenda Grenier on August 24th, 2017 5:18 PM

Betty ,Greg ,Kelly ,and their families We are sending you’s our deepest sympathy and prayers hugs too all you’s

Condolence from Cecilia smith on August 24th, 2017 5:51 PM

We are sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our sincere sympathy to all of you. We will miss him at Blessings and on the street having always time for a visit. Gord and Cecilia Smith

Condolence from Marilyn Ball on August 24th, 2017 6:12 PM

Dear Betty Sorry to Hear about the passing of Bob please accepted my deepest sympathy

Condolence from Sandy Blaxall on August 24th, 2017 6:31 PM

Our condolences to Bettty and Family. We have many fond memories of Bob growing up. He had a great sense of humour and was a lot of fun to be around. He will be missed. He truly was a good friend of my Mom and Poppy. RIP

Sandy and Terry

Condolence from Alice Masse on August 24th, 2017 7:08 PM

Dear Betty and Family

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this most difficult time .
Don and Alice Masse

Condolence from Alan Mary on August 24th, 2017 7:17 PM

Betty, Greg, Kelly ,Jeff and Patty so saddened to hear of Bobs passing may your memories get you thru the days and weeks ahead. Love to all

Condolence from Shirley ( Oesch) Erb on August 24th, 2017 7:24 PM

Dear Betty and family.

My deepest sympathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Geoff n Shelly Edwards and family on August 24th, 2017 7:28 PM

Betty and family we are so sorry at the passing of Bob. He was a wonderful man. Deepest sympathy!!

Condolence from Jim Oesch Krista Rathwell on August 24th, 2017 8:16 PM

words don’t describe the guy he was ,you all know that ! he will be missed by all that knew him.
our condolences to Betty and family

Jim and Krista

Condolence from Jim Oesch Krista Rathwell on August 24th, 2017 8:19 PM

Betty and family .
Words don’t describe what a great man Bob was ,a big heart and loved his family and more .
You will be missed Poppy Kirk .

Jim and Krista

Condolence from Martin and Cheryl Gelinas on August 24th, 2017 8:26 PM

Betty and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you.

Condolence from Carol Deichert on August 24th, 2017 9:40 PM

Dear Betty Kelly and family: I just read about Bob’s passing. We send our love, thoughts and prayers to you. May the Lord keep you close in the days ahead. Hugs: Bill and Carol Deichert

Condolence from Patty Groot on August 25th, 2017 6:23 AM

Betty, Kelly and Family;
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. My sincere condolences.

Condolence from Ray and Karen Mathonia on August 25th, 2017 7:07 AM

Betty Greg Kelly and families:
Please accept our condolences to the loss of a husband and father and grandfather:
Bob was a marker on the road on his walks out on the Highway, a quick wave….that all is okay in his world. An icon from Zurich for so many years…so sorry for your loss
Karen and Ray Mathonia

Condolence from Ed and Debbie Meidinger on August 25th, 2017 8:11 AM

Our Deepest Sympathy to all the Kirk family. I will miss our visits we had out here on 21. May he rest in peace.

Condolence from Doug and Betty Lynn Eckel on August 25th, 2017 9:10 AM

Betty, Greg, Kelly, Patty and families: We are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Another great pillar of the community gone too soon. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Hugs to all. ♥

Condolence from Darlene and Cheryl (Thames Travel) London on August 25th, 2017 9:38 AM

Dear Betty and Family: please accept our condolences on the loss of a husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed and is now at rest.

Condolence from Randy and Vicki Geoffrey on August 25th, 2017 9:39 AM

Dear Betty, Greg, Kelly and their families
What a inspiration and example of a courageous fight right to the end. Bob will be met at the gates with a lot of familiar faces and most of all his loved ones. His work here is done, he will protect and guide the ones that are left behind, he loved and was loved that is the way to live. You are all in our hearts ♥️ at this difficult time.

Condolence from Ron and Diaanne Ducharme on August 25th, 2017 9:51 AM

Dear Betty and family
Our deepest condolences to all of you
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time

Condolence from Wayne & Bonnie Keller on August 25th, 2017 9:55 AM

Betty , Kelly & family. So sorry tohear of Bob’s passing. Our tboughts and prayers are withyou all. He was a kind and well respected man.

Condolence from Erv Steinmann on August 25th, 2017 10:12 AM

Betty and Kelly and families sincere condolences, so glad to have had that little chat the other day Betty, see you on the Bronson, Kelly thoughts and prayers Erv and Irla Steinmann

Condolence from Bonnie Vinet on August 25th, 2017 2:17 PM

Dearest Betty and Family;

It is with a heavy heart we send our condolence. Thinking of you all throughout this difficult time. Bob was a very joyful, compassionate, and friendly man with a heart of gold. Always willing to lend a hand many laughs with Bob, and wonderful memories that will remain in our hearts forever. Zurich has lost an icon. RIP Bob you will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to the family. May God be with you all through this very difficult time.

Love Bonnie & Francis

Condolence from Mike Webster on August 25th, 2017 6:01 PM

Dear Kirk Family,
May my condolences brings you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss.

Condolence from Harry Swain on August 25th, 2017 9:48 PM

Hi Betty I,m sorry to here about Bob.
Stay strong,our prayers are with you.

Harry Swain

Condolence from Wayne, Jody Nick and Amy Schilbe on August 25th, 2017 10:44 PM

Sincere condolences to the Kirk family. May you cherish all the fond memories you have made over the year.s Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from Chuck & Tanya Erb on August 26th, 2017 7:52 AM

To Betty & Family,
We extend our Sincere Sympathy to you all at this difficult time. We will continue to keep you in our Thoughts & Prayers.

Condolence from Bob and Carol jphnston on August 26th, 2017 8:26 AM

Betty and family
We were so sorry to hear about bob He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. He always had a smile and a joke to tell Sincere sympathy to you all at this sad time in your lives
Bob and carol

Condolence from Patsy and Jim on August 26th, 2017 10:49 AM

Betty, I will always be so grateful to Bob for taking my son under his wing. Bob has been such a role model to Patrick of a strong, compassionate man. You both have done more for Patrick than I can ever properly thank you for. I know how much Patrick loves him. I hope it helps at this time to know who many people respected and admired your wonderful husband. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Condolence from BEV. LINDENFIELD on August 26th, 2017 11:36 AM

BOB & I RODE BACK AND FORTH FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS ,TO THE NUCLEAR PLANT ,AS TEENAGERS WE
WHERE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR WAYS TO MAKE EXTRA MONEY. BOBS DAD WAS NIGHT WACHMAN AT THE
CANADIAN CANNERS,SO WE WOULD GO OVER TO KEEP HIM COMPANY,RIDE THE CARTS DOWN THE GANGWAY,SWIM IN THE LARGE COOLING TANK,AND EAT THE ODE CAN OF PEAS OR CORN. WE TOOK ON THE JOB OF UNSHOVELING ( 55 ) TONS OF COAL OFF THE RAILWAY CAR AT( 50 ) CENTS A TON FOR EACH OF US, WE HAD JOBS AT THE FACTOY FROM 7-5 PM,WHENT HOME FOR SUPPER, AND SHOVELD COAL FROM
7-12 PM,FOR FIVE NIGHTS IN A ROW, WE WERE YOUNG AND STRONG AND BLACK. TELL THAT TO KIDS TODAY. BOB WAS A GOOD FRIEND, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BETTY,— (BEV. & NORMA LINDENFIELD )

Condolence from Gerald and Catherine Shantz on August 26th, 2017 12:47 PM

Betty and family- We wish to extend our sincere condolences to you and your entire family during this sad time in your lives – praying that God will surround you with peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Condolence from Ken and Sylvia Mittelholtz on August 27th, 2017 11:28 AM

Betty so sorry to hear about Bob passing remember talking to you both in London at the cancer clinic,he will be missed by all who knew him ,thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this time.

Condolence from Allan & Rosemary Beange on August 27th, 2017 9:42 PM

Dear Betty and family,
Our sincere condolence to you on the passing of Bob.
Cherish the memories you had as a family. He will be missed by all who
knew him.
Al & Rosemary

Condolence from Lori Turkheim on August 28th, 2017 8:05 AM

Dear Betty, Greg, Kelly and Jeff, and Patty.
My sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. Time will heal and the memories you hold dear will carry you through the days and months that lie ahead. Thinking of you…..

Condolence from Lori Turkheim on August 28th, 2017 8:07 AM

Dear Betty, Greg, Kelly, Jeff and Patty. My deepest sympathy at this sad time. May the memories you hold dear help carry you through the days and months that lie ahead. Thinking of you….

Condolence from Jane and John Westerveld on August 28th, 2017 9:58 AM

Betty, Kelly and families
Am sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy and prayers.
Jane and John

Condolence from Faye Skinner on August 28th, 2017 4:55 PM

Betty, Kelly and family:
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. May you have wonderful memories that you can cherish throughout these difficult days ahead.

Condolence from Rick & Patti Bedard on August 28th, 2017 7:37 PM

Our deepest condolences to the Kirk family. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all at this time.

Condolence from Clarence Rau on August 29th, 2017 1:40 PM

My deepest sympathy to you and the Kirk family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Delores Gingerich on August 30th, 2017 12:26 PM

Betty and family,
My condolences to all of you, in the loss of a great husband, father and grandfather. I will remember him for his visits to Blessings. The memories you have will be wonderful treasures! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Delores Gingerich

Condolence from Patti and Steve Geoffrey on August 30th, 2017 1:12 PM

Dear Betty, Kelly, Greg and families

Praying you will be comforted by the many thoughts and love sent your way. Please know you are very close in our hearts and thoughts!! Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences.

Patti and Steve Geoffrey

Condolence from Lee Anne Mills on August 31st, 2017 6:25 AM

To the family I send me deepest condolences. Bob was a wonderful man, and I am proud to have known him. I only have the best memories when I think of him. He is resting now and until we see him again, Rest in Peace!

Condolence from Patti Down, John McAllister, Matt & Brett on August 31st, 2017 11:31 AM

Dear Betty, Kelly, Jeff, Brandon , Matthew and family,
Our sincere condolences. May the wonderful memories and shared good times help you in the days ahead.

Condolence from Rob and Lisa Miller on August 31st, 2017 7:01 PM

Betty Greg Kelly Patty and their Families
Our deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your Husband Father and Grandfather. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Keep the memories close to your heart. He was a great man.

Condolence from Jim & Phyllis Ramer on September 5th, 2017 1:51 AM

Betty and Family
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. One fond memory of Bob that I have is when he would take a resident at BWRH for a ride in the wheelchair bicycle. For the residents that loved the outdoors, feeling the wind in their faces again was a wonderful gift. Just one of many of Bob’s contributions to the community. Prayers and blessings to all of you

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