Robert “Bob” Allan, age 85, of Goderich, Ontario, passed away on November 28, 2022, while in care in Chatham, Ontario. Bob was born June 21, 1937, in Port Arthur (Thunder Bay). He was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Allan (nee Allen), parents Winnifred and Robert Allan, sisters Betty (Ron) Rainville, Dorothy Dozak, and brothers Jimmy Reece and Clyde Allan.
He is survived by his children Anne (Stephen) Denys, Jim (Michael Kennedy) and John (Sara Mimick), and Denys grandchildren Anna, Craig (Emma Richards), and Maggie. Also survived by his loving sisters-in-law Ruth (Tony) Stauttener, Bonnie (Andre) DeDecker and Dianne (Jim) Brickwell and brother-in-law Ken Dozak together with several nieces and nephews.
Bob was supported by many friends, especially Val Presseault, Jane and Bruce Holmes, Gordon Porter, Bill Irwin, and John Dehowiski along with many caring and watchful neighbours including Marie and Gary Van Dorp, Anne and Randy Miller, and John and Tracy McGuire who were all greatly appreciated.
Bob spent his working career starting as a teenager and until he was 65 on the Great Lakes aboard several freighters wheeling the Agawa Canyon, Algorail, and E.B. Barber amongst others. His family looked forward to his port visits in Goderich and St. Catharines and especially the offseason at home during the seaway shutdowns each winter.
Bob was a quiet caring man devoted to his family, but friendly and social to all he met especially when on walks with his beloved dog Marley, who passed away last December. Visitation and Celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the McCallum and Palla Funeral home in Goderich on Friday, December 2, with visitation at 12:00 PM with the service to follow at 1:00 PM. Interment Maitland Cemetery.
Donations in Bob’s memory can be made to the Adopt-a-Pet Rescue in Lucknow Ontario, or the Canadian Heart and Stoke Foundation
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Becky and Dave McIvor
Always enjoyed a talk with Bob when he was out walking his dog . So sorry to hear of his passing. Deepest sympathies to you Anne , Jim and John and families. May he be reunited with Betty and RIP.
Joanne Walters
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I got to know him as a member of the Knox Church Mariners’ Service Committee. Such a nice, quiet gentleman. My sincere condolences to all the family.
Joanne
Judy W
I have known Betty most of my life and Bob for a long time too.
Lots of good memories!
Deepest sympathy to the family.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Denomme
My sympathy to all of you Anne, Jim and John on the loss of your father. I am sorry that I am unable to join you personally Anne but want you to know that I am thinking of you and sending you caring thoughts. Kind regards, Peggy Rivers Denomme.
Nancy and Junior White
We have known Bob and Betty since our teen years. Was always a pleasure to meet up with Bob on the street and have a chat. Our sympathy to his family and friends
Leslie Linfield
Jim and family, I was sorry to hear about the death of your father. Please accept my condolences. Leslie