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1969
DIED
2016
Rob Ford Obituary
The cause of death was cancer. He was first diagnosed with a rare form of the disease in 2014.
Ford served 10 years on the council, from 2000 until 2010, the year when he was elected mayor. He campaigned on behalf of the working class, vowing to reduce the size of city government.
"Toronto's government has grown bloated and wasteful," he said in a campaign video. "It's time to stop the gravy train that provides luxuries and perks to politicians and rich contracts to their friends."
Although the outspoken Ford’s mayoral tenure was marked by scandal, fellow politicians expressed condolences.
“I have known Rob Ford for many years. He was a man who spoke his mind and who ran for office because of the deeply felt convictions that he had,” Mayor John Tory said in a news release. “His time in City Hall included moments of kindness, of generosity to his council colleagues, and real efforts to do what he thought was best for Toronto.”
Ford’s family released a brief statement announcing the death of a “dedicated man of the people” who devoted his life to “serving the citizens of Toronto.”
Fans, friends and relatives of Ford shared their condolences on social media.
“Uncle Rob, You have fought the good fight long enough and now can rest in peace. Love you and will forever miss you,” tweeted Michael Ford, the former mayor’s nephew, who serves on the Toronto District School Board.
137 Entries
Stephan Ouellette
December 18, 2016
Rest in peace Rob.You will never be forgotten.
John and Brenda
May 10, 2016
Canadians are deeply indebted to Rob Ford for his contributions to the nation and commitment to making everyday life better for the working class. We are deeply saddened by his death and hope that the God of all comfort will see his family through the difficult times ahead. Heartfelt condolences to you all!
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Zoia and Maria Gordienko
April 3, 2016
With great shock and disbelief we have learned about Rob Ford's health issues some time ago, and now there is a sense of tremendous loss because of his untimely passing. He was a person completely dedicated to the people of his own city, but the impression spreads beyond Toronto's borders. For almost 20 years we have lived in the city of Vaughan, but hardly ever seen or heard much about what our mayors have been up to. We sincerely hope that whatever work was done by them benefited the inhabitants of our city. Yet, we have indeed taken note of many positive and progressive innovations conceived by Mayor Ford. Oftentimes, we wished we were living south of Steeles... He was a fresh wind, a true revolutionary, and it is tragic that he didn't have enough opportunity to implement all the changes that he had visualized. We offer our deepest condolences to his family and everyone who knew and respected Rob Ford. Rest in peace, dear Rob.
Cheryl Aspinall
April 1, 2016
I never met Rob in person, but knew he was a very colourful Mayor. He always promised to stop the gravy trains, which he did. I can't think of any other politican who made good with their promises. I moved out of Toronto 5 years ago, not being able to vote for him. I do regret that very much.
Rob is where he needs to be now..away from the pain & suffering. His brother Doug will keep Ford Nation going, you can count on that.
I extend my condolences to the entire Ford Family. May God watch over & comfort you all.
maria m
March 31, 2016
Dear rob, God saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb, so He closed your weary eyes and whispered *Peace Be Thine* r.i.p dearest rob there will never be another like you. Hamilton ontario
Richard C
March 31, 2016
Though I could not attend the services I am left with heartfelt memories of Rob and his unequalled dedication to each of us 'little guys'. Prayers and thoughts go to him and his family.
"Thanks! for your generous time 'Rob'."
Rest now in peace with God.
Richard
Vicki Brown
March 30, 2016
I watched the funeral and you made me realize even more , as I knew , that you are a close and loving family . I know that Mayor Ford was a wonderful person and I am so sorry that you lost him . Your family's strength will see you through this difficult time. We held my mother's funeral at St. James and that brought the sorrow close to my heart. We are a close family also. Vicki Brown
Ruth N. Mallett
March 30, 2016
He loved Toronto and was always there for people who needed his help.
Lesley Dymond
March 30, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to the Ford family.
I cherish the fondest memories from days gone by.
Rob has a forever place in the people's Hearts.
Thinking of you all, xox
Lesley Dymond
March 30, 2016
He loved Toronto and was always available to those who needed him.
Ramdane Belmahdi
March 30, 2016
People still talk about your lindness and your generosity. A common man who loved his constituants and the city of Toronto for which he fought for.It is a sad day for us all, he will be missed by many. May you rest in peace Mr. Mayor Ford!
Jacinta Ramdial
March 30, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Ford family at this great time of loss!
My Rob rest in peace!
God Bless all the Ford family!
R&D Simmons
March 30, 2016
So sorry to hear of Rob`s passing. Our sincere condolences go out to his entire family. His pain & suffering are over & may he rest in peace. He has earned his wings from above. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
Ann marie Kinslow
March 30, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Judy
March 30, 2016
So sad to hear Mr Ford lost his battle with cancer which touches so many families. He was my hero. Only person in politics who ever put ordinary people first and was honest with us. He really did care and he earned the trust of people. RIP Rob
Love always. Judy
Kavita Hildenbrand
March 30, 2016
Our heartfelt condolences to the Ford family! Our thoughts are with you today as you lay to rest your beloved son, brother, husband and father. Time will heal your hearts and fond memories will always give you comfort...Rob's loving spirit will always be by your side! R.I.P. Rob Ford ...Gottfried, Kavita and the entire Swiss Print family.
MARGARET BONNELL
March 30, 2016
Our Deepest Sympathy
To The FORD FAMILY
In There Time Of Sorrow
And Grief God Bless
The Ford Family
He Will Be Missed
Marion & Norm LAWRIE
March 29, 2016
DEAR ALL FORD FAMILY:
WE think YOUR ROB was the BEST MAYOR TORONTO ever had. He DEFINITELY was for THE PEOPLE and had a HUGE HEART FOR HIS FAMILY & THE PEOPLE
Our THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL as you go through your GRIEF. GOD will give YOU
STRENGTH.
ALL OUR LOVE
Norman & Marion Lawrie XXX000
Margaret Parker
March 29, 2016
In honour of the "man of the people".
It has been inspiring to listen to the many anecdotes from people he personally helped along the way--such a generous and giving man. Nor did I realize the extent of loyalty and love his followers felt for him.
He will be missed by many.
Rest in peace Rob.
The Grimsdale Family
March 29, 2016
Rob Ford was the people's mayor. He loved the people of Toronto.He loved meeting people from all over. Cannot fault a man who really did love the people.
May you rest in peace Mr Ford. You have earned it
God Bless you all at this time for your loss. There will never be another Rob Ford.
You were so lucky to have known this man even for a short while.
Frank Krmelj
March 28, 2016
Rest in Peace. You where a good man
Christine Gopaul
March 28, 2016
You fought the good fight and won.You will always be remembered.
March 28, 2016
Rob always put the people before himself; very rare in a politician. May he rest in the peace he so much deserves and may his family find comfort in the months and years ahead.
Marcy and Bob Hunt, Whitby, Ontario
March 28, 2016
Our prayers n thoughts are with the family rest in peace Rob Ford...fr Donna Willis Toronto, . Rose Genovese
Mississauga, ont .
Greg Robinson
March 28, 2016
Sincere condolences.
N Hannouch
March 28, 2016
Rest in Peace my friend! You were the best Mayor Toronto ever had and you will not be forgotten.
Ken Lizotte
March 28, 2016
Great man with a big heart. RIP Rob
Yvonne Gamble
March 28, 2016
To the Forde's family my sincerely love and respect and sympathy too you all especial the little's and Mom it will be a double task for her , but only God will and can help . Mr Mayor was the best , times things was a little difficult and he was being push but has a better place for him already prepared , he will be aright in the hands of God . we the church will be always we all love and respect Rob with a unconditional love like Doug his big brother . Robert we love but God love you more God bless .
Kevin Stewart
March 28, 2016
A terrific man who was respected by many across
Canada. My depest sympathy
March 28, 2016
You will be missed as a husband, a father, a son and more so as a person who cares for people. My thoughts and prayers are with you family. My your soul rest in peace.
Ruth N. Mallett
March 28, 2016
Whatever else he did, he was always there when people needed him.
kathy clements
March 28, 2016
He was a great man and i would have been proud to have known him.
name withheld
March 27, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to family. I feel very sad for so many
people that feel that they have lost a person that they felt had their interests first and foremost. Rex Murphy sums it up in his
remarks on Rob's death. Hope that we can have another politician that really cares for people . He was about what he could do for them not what they can do for him. This will be his legacy
Pancita Henry
March 27, 2016
Celebrating a remarkable life. Memories of you will be cherished forever and will help me to carry on. A living example of a true and genuine humanitarian. You were God sent. RIP.
March 27, 2016
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Loyd Rich
March 27, 2016
Rest in peace Rob.
Diane
March 26, 2016
We will miss you Rob Ford, I am so grateful that I witnessed your presence as Toronto Mayor in my lifetime, RIP you are our Hero.
E. Izzard
March 25, 2016
God bless you Rob and your family.
May you have eternal rest.
When I was a young girl, I learned in school, about the difference between a Politician and a Statesman'; the difference being, a Statesman is in it for the good of the country, and a politician is in it for himself.
Rob, you were a true Statesman, always putting the people first, always unselfishly addressing their concerns. It will be hard to fill your shoes, in this respect.
You are a true Mensch'.
R.I.P.
Jean Douglas
March 25, 2016
I already miss you Mr. Ford you did so much for this city and for that I will always be grateful. May you rest in peace.
March 25, 2016
Tante congoglianze per la morta di Rob Ford, a tutti voi in familglia. Vi pensiamo con cuori pesanti, durante questi momenti difficile. Grazie per essere stato un uomo grande come sindaco, per representare Toronto, il piu meglio che tu potevi fare.
Riposi in pace.
Milena Vacca e famiglia, (Dufferin/ St.Clair since 1967)
abner dyke
March 25, 2016
One of the greatest leader of my time now and forever, thank you, the dreamer may pass on but the dream will never die, long live rob ford in our heart mind and soul,,
Jasmine Puran
March 25, 2016
You did a great job during your term. you fought a good fight but was taken too soon. You were honest and truly worked for the people. There will never be another like you. My condolences to your family. May your soul rest in peace.
Donna Russell
March 25, 2016
Sincere condolences to the Ford family. He will be missed. Rest In Peace Mr. Ford.
March 25, 2016
Mayor Ford, You worked for all people, but especially the the working people. You were dedicated, hard working, and will forever be remembered for the good things you were committed to. Rest in peace, and prayers to your family.
March 25, 2016
"My sincere condolences to the family during this most difficult time. In these difficult days to come may the words and promise at Act 24:15 give you comfort and hope."
O.H - Kansas City, Mo.
Frances M
March 25, 2016
Dear rob ford, i am deeply saddened that you are gone, i cried alot when i heard the news. . .this cannot be true, then i thought of your dear wife and children and the pain they are going through. . .and i know you will take care of them as you did in life, after all love never dies! May you rest in eternal peace and love and god bless your loved ones
l. jones
March 24, 2016
rest in peace rob everyone will miss you
Colin Smith
March 24, 2016
A politician for all the people!
Bernadette Bieniawski
March 24, 2016
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Ford family from your old neighbors the Bieniawski's.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Liz
March 24, 2016
To the Ford family my thoughts and prayers our with you Rob may you rest and peace and have no more pain. You where a true mayor who cared for Toronto. I followed you through the years and if you had not gotten sick you would have been the mayor again,you made me laugh and made me very proud to be a Canadian. You have been taken to young but now your in a better place with no more pain. My heart breaks for you family but they can stand proud for what you did for this country. Everytime I hear Bob Marley it will bring a smile to may face rest in peace Rob.
Maureen
March 24, 2016
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Ford family.
May the outpouring of love for your beloved Rob,
help to comfort you in your grief.
Your loss is felt far and wide.
Indeed he was The Mayor of the People,
giving selflessly of himself, to help anyone in need.
He was a husband, a Dad, a son, a brother,
an uncle. He loved you all deeply.
He always made time for the people of Toronto,
the city that he loved.
He gave of his time to coach high school football,
and he encouraged the kids to reach for the stars.
Rob Ford, your light will continue to shine,
through the eyes of your beautiful children.
You are forever in our hearts.
May you rest in peace, sweet soul.
Eunice Brzezicki
March 24, 2016
In memory of my Mayor.
Paul Augustine
March 24, 2016
To a great Mayor, I'm saddened with the passing of Rob Ford, it's a sad day for Toronto.
Windi Dews
March 24, 2016
To the Family and Friends of Mr. Rob Ford,
We know that there is a time for healing and no it won't be overnight. But, have faith that God will get your family through this trying time.
My prayers are with you and your family.
March 24, 2016
I would like to offer my deep condolences for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be gone for this has been promised.
Meseret Jimale
March 23, 2016
You put a good fight - job well done. Time to rest in peace. May the Lord give your family the strength to move on! Your children will always be reminded about your great and genuine personality. You have shown the world that politicians are human beings first.
March 23, 2016
My condolences go out to your family and friends at this sad time. Your love for our Toronto will always be remembered. A Mayor who gave his all to benefit everyone. RIP Rob. No more suffering
colette knox
March 23, 2016
When I lived in Toronto I admired your love of Toronto and your great kindness to the little men.
Rest in peace
costanzo family
March 23, 2016
Our deepest thoughts to the Ford family In these hard times, for the passing of the greatest mayor ROB FORD he will forever be Our deepest thoughts to the Ford family In these hard times, for the passing of the greatest mayor ROB FORD he will forever be remembered for the great he did for thousands of people.
Jennifer Crickard
March 23, 2016
We are so very sad to hear of your passing. We are glad you are no longer in pain. You fought so very hard. My heart breaks for your family. You always did your best as Mayor. We will miss you.
John Vollett
March 23, 2016
My sincerest sympathies to the entire Ford Family. I never met Rob, but have always admired his stamina, energy and persistence in representing the little guy with utmost honesty and sincerity. He will NEVER be forgotten as Torontos Best-Ever Mayor.
Steve Evans
March 23, 2016
In perpetual light.
Bessie Kunigelis
March 23, 2016
Rob Ford you surely will be missed by me as you were such a down to earth person and helped the middle class and poor. R.I.P. Rob. No more pain or suffering either.
Elaine Campbell
March 23, 2016
I miss you very much Rob Ford and you were the best Mayor in Toronto that anybody could ever ask for. You are now an Angel and watching over your Family. R.I.P. Rob.
Maryam Adam
March 23, 2016
Dear Rob, May God rest you in peace, and wide heavenly doors a open for You. Allah keep your family safe. We dearly miss you. Amin
Tony D'Amato
March 23, 2016
Our heartfelt condolences to the Ford family, may he rest in peace.
john,king el omar, lyristis,sharifakis.
March 23, 2016
personal i express our sorrow and sympathie to family of great toronto former mayor and friend rob ford lost and i pray to god now myself can keep him also now only in glory of angels and in paradise forewer. signautare. john lyristis-king el omar sharifakis-march 23 2016-montreal pq.-canada.
cora giroux
March 23, 2016
r.i.p.you will be remembered
Kare Fawcett Fawcett
March 23, 2016
I never met you in person but kept track of your exploits through the news. Wish I could have attended one of your Barbeques that you held or when you were handing out your Bobble head dolls to remember you by. I was so taken back to learn of your passing as I thought if anybody was to beat it, it would have been you. RIP
Laney Adamo
March 23, 2016
Ford Family... You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rob worked hard for the City...for the people of Toronto... His work ethic...his selflessness...and his big heart...will be remembered always... Thank you for sharing him with us. I am deeply saddened by his loss. I wish you peace and strength.
James Usachev
March 23, 2016
You have been a great service to the people of Toronto. I regret not having met you but in many ways I feel like I have. My deepest condolences to your Family. May you Rest In Peace.
March 23, 2016
Death was not God's original purpose for us, it is something for which we can never be completely prepared. Ecclesiastes 3:11
AnnaMaria Pronesti
March 23, 2016
Truly missing you by my mom who is 81 years old, who loved what you did for Toronto, where she lives no matter what was said she always knew you were a good man! I and everyone in the Pronesti family know we will never see another people person like you Rob Ford! God bless you and your family!
LARRY NOVAK
March 23, 2016
RANDY,DOUGH,CATHY,DIANNE....SUCH SORROWED TIMES...OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF A TERRIFIC MAN, FATHER,BROTHER,AND HUSBAND...KEEP THE FAITH
March 23, 2016
Mayor Ford always fought the good fight! He was a real man of the people. His family and his beloved Toronto will be in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate his life.
Peter Dmytrasz
March 23, 2016
We may not have seen eye-to-eye on some issues, but Rob always carried deeply for his constituents. There was not a single issue we left unresolved. For that he will be sorely missed. For his family I'd like to leave this Irish Blessing:
May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall
You do not walk alone.
colleen murphy
March 23, 2016
Thoughts & prayers to Robs wife, children and all his family .
March 23, 2016
Dear Ford Family: May you take comfort in knowing Rob is in peace and out of pain. He was a wonderful human being, was a real Canadian and will be missed, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
John Convertini
March 23, 2016
Please accept my sincere
Condolences on the passing
Of our beloved Rob
He was a genuine man
And will always be remembers as the peoples Mayor of Toronto
God bless you and your entire
Family in this difficult time
GEORGE SABO
March 23, 2016
MR FORD FOUGHT A GREAT BATTLE AGAINST CANCER, HE WAS A FIGHTER ON BEHALF OF MYSELF , AND 3 BROTHERS, WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHIES TO THE FORD FAMILY ,HE WILL BE SINCERLEY MISSED BY MANY OF US. MAY THE LORD BLESS AND KEEP HIS FAMILY IN GOOD HEALTH, SINCERELY , JULIUS, JERRY AND GEORGE SABO/NORTH YORK, ONTARIO. MAY HE REST IN PEACE . AMEN
STEPHANIE GABBIDON
March 23, 2016
AT TIME OF SORROW, THE LATE ROBERT B. FORD , EX MAYOR OF TORONTO
PLEASE ACCEPT MY CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHIES TO THE FORD FAMILY , MR FORDS FIGHT AGAINST CANCER IS ENDED . HE FOUGHT A LONG BATTLE , HE WAS A FIGHTER AND WELL LOVED .WE WILL ALL, MISS HIM GREATLY .
SINCERLEY . MRS STEPHANIE OLIVE GABBIDON /SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO
March 23, 2016
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
March 23, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
RDR
March 23, 2016
Dear Ford Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you please accept my condolences
My sister passed from cancer, your saddened to see them go , but your relived their not suffering anymore, John 11:11-14..
May that verse comfort you as it did our family
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
March 23, 2016
In God's care, rest in peace.
BRUNETTI FAMILY
March 23, 2016
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FORD FAMILY. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR OUR CITY.
Nicoletta Aiello
March 23, 2016
My prayers are with Rob's wife and children through this difficult time.
Bonnie Morris
March 23, 2016
Renata, Stephanie and Doug,
I am saddened by the passing of your husband and Daddy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Cheryl Lynn
March 23, 2016
May the God of all comfort be with the Ford family during this difficult time.
Bonnie MacLean
March 23, 2016
Sorry to hear about the passing of Rob Ford, he was a great politician. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. In time, may your fond memories of Rob help you heal the pain of sorrow.
Don Triplett
March 23, 2016
Only knew u through the media, but I footed for you the whole way.
P. Daniels
March 22, 2016
A man with human frailties like the rest of us. But a champion of the people always.
March 22, 2016
rip mr. ford wewill miss you plenty,love to your family,may their remembrances carry them through this sad time
Abraham Pearson
March 22, 2016
ROB, I never met you but I wish I had. You were my kind of person and I'm sad to see you go. I bet one day you could have even been prime minister of Canada. You did a hell of a job as mayor and you were probably one of the most liked people in politics. That because you weren't a phony person like most politicians are, I know that GOD accepted you immediately into heaven and he will look after you well.
Carole Gautreau
March 22, 2016
Rest in peace Rob, I lived in Etobicoke/Lakeshore for 50 yrs. I've watched your story with great interest. You were a caring, generous man who did his best and that's all any of us can do. You did make a difference to many people who saw you cared so deeply. I for one appreciate what you have done for others. My prayers to your family.
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