Robert DIBB Obituary
Robert Keith Dibb passed away at the age of 80 years on Sunday, October 23, 2011 after a courageous battle with lung infection. Bob was born in Islay, Alberta and attended school there and the surrounding districts. Bob's mom married Archie Olds in 1947 and the family moved to Marysville, BC where Bob started his life's work at the Sullivan Mine as an electrician. He became a power electrician for the City of Calgary Electric System in 1960 and retired in 1994. Bob enjoyed his retirement in many ways spending numerous days at the Camp Harmattan, Olds. He loved the mountains and camping as the great outdoors was very special to him. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Jean; two sons James (Jeanne), Donald (Sharon); grandchildren Amanda, Tyson, Bryon and Randy; as well as many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Jack in 1935 and his mother Gertrude May in 1998. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Chou and the many doctors and nurses on Unit 37 Special Services at the Foothills Hospital. A Celebration of Bob's Life will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at First Church of the Nazarene, 65 Richard Way S.W., Calgary. Memorial tributes may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation or Camp Harmattan Memorial Fund. HEARTLAND FUNERAL SERVICES LTD, Olds entrusted with arrangements. Telephone: 1-403-507-8610, www.heartlandfuneralservices.com .
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October 28, 2011
Dear Jean & Dibb family - BOB - We will MISS you. A memourable FRIEND. We have SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES of you. Most of them of camping @ Camp Harmattan - Rides on that Golf Cart,giving us power when the lights went out, good times around the campfires,and so many more ! ! Thanks for countless hours put into the camp and Calgary First Church of the Nazarene. You were a man of faith with a servant heart and a humble spirit. To Jean and the Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Harold & Fran Steinwand, Summerside, PEI
Wendy & Kevin Nilsen
October 28, 2011
Dear Jean & Dibb family,
We share our deepest condolences on Bob's passing! Bobb meant a lot to us all and he will truly be missed! Many thoughts & prayers for you all!
The Nilsen family.
Carol Ann (Unger) Johnson
October 27, 2011
Dear Jean and family -- I was so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I remember his constant smile and his willingness to always be there to serve during my growing up years in Calgary First Church of the Nazarene. I know your heart is heavy now. May God be a comfort to you and may the memories you have fill the hole in your heart.
October 27, 2011
Oh Jean, how saqd we were to hear that Bob had passed away....He was such a great encourager at the Electric System, as he participated in my training in the Control Center....Then in various other roles including working together in the safety/training section.
His involvement and contributions of selfless electrical work at Camp Harmattan was an example to some of our younger generation, and definitely showed us that we can always make a contribution if we have the right spirit....As a churchman, he was very often working to complete some project, of which probably few of us were even aware....His passing will leave a huge hole in our world, and we will miss him until we see him again....Thank you for sharing so much of him with us.....Mel Olsen
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Dr. Ross & Bev Johnston
October 27, 2011
Dear Jean and family ~ We were so sad to learn of Bob's passing. To us, he was forever young. We haven't seen him in years, but will always remember his smile, his friendliness, his love for the Lord and for the church...and for Camp Harmattan. It was there that we first met him many years ago.
If we lived closer, we would attend the service. We are sure that while there will be sorrow, there will be a celebration of a life well-lived. May God give you His peace and comfort. We'll be praying for you on Saturday and in the coming days. With our love...
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