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Robert ANDERSON Obituary
Robert Anderson, 65, passed away Friday, March 20, 2015, at his West Island home. Born January 21, 1950, in Montreal, he was a Phys. Ed. Teacher at John F. Kennedy Elementary School, where he loved teaching. He was also very passionate about motorcycles, and was known for driving around the country, visiting friends and family during the summer. Bob is survived by his wife Cathryn, children Jessica and Matthew, siblings Heather, Shirley, Catherine, Bruce, and George, as well as countless other family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Bob Anderson Fund at John F. Kennedy Elementary School (500 Cardinal, Chomedy, Laval, QC H7V 1T5), cheques must be made payable to the SWLSB indicating the donations are for the Bob Anderson Fund. There will be a Ceremony in his memory, organized by the family and school, in the spring, the date will be communicated to the community as soon as more information becomes available.
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former student
November 30, 2020
Mr.Anderson was my elementary school gym teacher at JFK for many years. i still remember the day he found out he had passed, everyone cried so much including me. i also saw the incident from a distance that caused him to be hospitalized. i am now in college and Mr. Andersons is forever in my memory.
Sylvie Perras
June 15, 2015
To friendship and angels
Sylvie Perras
June 15, 2015
Goodbye my friend, may you soar free and easy on two good knees, thank you for the short time spent chatting together at Jean Talon Hospital.
Diane Redman
May 22, 2015
R.I.P. (Mr. Anderson)
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Jacklyn (Jackie) Spector
April 5, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Bob's entire family and friends. May the wonderful memories you have help you find some ccomfort in this most difficult time. Everyone who knew Bob loved him dearly.
Jackie
Jacklyn (Jackie) Spector
April 5, 2015
I was so heartbroken to hear of Bob's death. As one of his co-workers, I always looked forward to Bob's smile and special morning greeting. He was a very special part of JFK Elementary School. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my dear pal. I think of you all the time.
Jackie Spector
Phil, Vera & Tim Bird
April 4, 2015
We are very sad to hear the news of Bob's passing and extend our most sincere condolences to his family.
Bob will be remembered as our "Markham Place" neighbors gather on our circle again this summer for a party. He always arrived first with his "dish to share" and left last. He enjoyed, as we did also, our time together. Rest In Peace Bob.
lynda fincham
April 1, 2015
Glen and I were very saddened to hear about your loss. We have just lost someone ourselves and I know that these are very difficult times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynda and Glen
Patra Tsatas
April 1, 2015
Our deepest sypathies to your family. My son Steven was in Bob's 2nd grade gym class this year, as well as on the handball team. We were all very saddened by this sudden loss. I know Steven will always have fond memories of him. May your family find comfort in knowing his students really loved him, and may your memories of him give you peace and comfort.
Charlie Pilkington
March 30, 2015
Cathryn, Matthew, Jessica and all of Bob's family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's sudden passing. He was such a dedicated teacher and he took such pride in putting together activities which his students would enjoy. I always enjoyed his company and had hoped that he would have a long and fruitful retirement. Alas, it was not to be! Nevertheless, he continued to follow his passion right to the end. He was a great listener and never agreed with someone just for the sake of agreeing: he was a man of firm convictions, a proud and strong individual. I will miss you my gentle giant. Too soon.
Charlie Pilkington
March 30, 2015
Dear Cathryn and family,
I was very shocked and sad to hear about Bobby. He was such a great guy and a favourite cousin of mine. My thoughts are with you all at this terrible time.
David T Davidson.
Karen (Flannelly) Roberts
March 30, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Mr Anderson ' s family. He was my Phys Ed teacher at OLP and I have very fond memories of him.
March 30, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of our nephew and cousin. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family during this difficult time.
Aunt Frances West and cousin Janet (West) Sullivan
Morris
March 30, 2015
My Condolences to all family and friends.Can't believe a member of the longest family i have known is gone.I'm so glad i got to see you numerous times after so many years,when i'd stop by Bruce's.I couldn't ask for better family living next door growing up.I'll always hear your voice coming out of your bedroom window,if one of us young kids would get near your Norton.Bob i have a confession,when you weren't looking i sat on it lol.Bye Bob.People who are left here,we will miss the good people who are gone.
Heather Findlay
March 30, 2015
Robert Abdersob, you will be missed by everyone that you have taught and came contact with over the years. You taught me and my son and you have inspired us to continue no matter what is thrown at you in life. Rest in peace. From your student Heather Findlay and next generation Nicolas Dorrington. Our deepest sympothies got out to the Anderson family.
Diane Redman
March 30, 2015
My Deepest Sympathies To The Entire Family xo
March 30, 2015
my sympathies to the family, from Medeiros-Fontes Family, my children only had great thing to say about Mr.Anderson
Dora & Samantha Pampena
March 29, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Gino Civitarese
March 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy to all of Bob`s family and friends and especially to Cathy, Jessica and Matthew.
I met Bob at McGill and we started teaching together along with Charlie at Our Lady of Peace School.
We developed a wonderful friendship in which included our wives and children.
Even though we haven`t spoken for a little while, we will miss Bob very much.
Gino and Cathy
Diane Galley
March 29, 2015
Bob was the kindest, most gentle of colleagues. His devotion to his students was extraordinary. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.
Sincere sympathy to his dear ones.
Diane Galley
debra roberts
March 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Anderson family.Back in the day long before technology,netflix and the like families,brothers and sisters interconnected together no matter the age differences. I remember playing at Shirley's house and my mom sitting in the kitchen and big brother Bobbie walking by. He always had a strong calm presence to me. I remember him with only admiration as to how he treated us and his siblings. He was a kind thoughtful person. The Roberts family extend our heartfelt sympathies to his children and wife and to his siblings who loved him so much.
We will raise a glass in his honour and know that we will all meet again one day.
The Roberts Family
leo rooney
March 29, 2015
Bob.i guess bears didn't get us in the end.
Condolences to Cathryn and family
March 29, 2015
Dear Cathy, Jessica and Matt and all your families. I was absolutely shattered when I saw the news. I am deeply sorry and my heart goes out to you all. We had only just arrived in Canada, and you all soon became part of our family and we of yours. Bob and Tony doing their daily bike ride around the island, nights playing board games and Bob's laughter and gently ways. He was a great guy and I will remember him with respect and his sense of humour. With fondest love.
Helen.
March 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May you find comfort in each other during your time of loss.
madison andrew
March 29, 2015
i'll never forget you uncle bob, you were the coolest! may you rest in peace we love you! xoxo
Robert Godina
March 29, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. My deepest sympathies to the family from Marie and myself. It won't be the same sitting down in the summer time at Bruce&Jean's backyard without Bobby being there.He was a great person and so nice to speak with. Will truly be missed.
Linda Di Domenico
March 29, 2015
Bob's passing is a terrible loss for so many. He will be remembered for his kind, gentle and giving spirit. My thoughts are with his family and the community of JFK. He will be greatly missed.
Mike Common
March 28, 2015
I met Bob through our mutual love of motorcycles. Bob's size was imposing, but then, I guess he needed that big frame to hold that large heart of his, as well as his boundless enthusiasm. I'll remember his gentle nature and ready smile. So long, Bob, rest easy now.
The Beniak Family
March 28, 2015
Bob has been our Markham Place neighbor for 23 years. He was a soft spoken , gentle man who enjoyed the neighborhood parties and BBQs A few years ago, after his knee operation, Bob developed a blood clot that went to his lungs. He told me several times how blessed he felt to have survived. He worked really hard to regain his health and walk again. He was determined and perseverant as he walked down Markham Place.. every day a little longer and a little stronger. I was very impressed and he was so proud of his accomplishment.
We are very saddened by the news of his passing. May he find peace and beauty in his passage to the spirit world. Our sincere condolences to his family and all who knew and loved him.
Brown Family
March 28, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to all the families,
the Brown family
xxxxx
Patrick Fincham
March 28, 2015
Im truly sorry for the loss of Bob Anderson. My love goes out to his wife and two children. Love you Jess, i'm sorry about your dad. I'm always here for you.
March 28, 2015
We are shocked and very saddened by the loss of Bobby. We have many wonderful memories of his visits to the Valley. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Aunt Lillian Davidson
Emidio Tulli
March 28, 2015
It came as a shock to hear Bobby had left us. It has been many years since I last saw him. My condolences to Bruce and Jean as well as the rest of the family
robin leznoff
March 28, 2015
my kids and I were very saddened to hear the news of his passing. He has left such a great impression on my boys. HE showed a lot of dedication to his work as well as, to promoting handball . He was truly a great man and will be missed by many. RIP.
March 28, 2015
Dear Bruce & Jean,
Our condolences to you both on the the loss of your brother and brother-in-law. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the wonderful memories you have of Bob remain with you all forever.
Bob, Liz, Jared, Sarah & Braeden Walker
Greg Grossman
March 28, 2015
Bob was a kind good man and and mentor for the over 40 years I knew him. My sympathy to his family.
March 28, 2015
Dear Cathryn, Jessica, Mathew and Anderon family,
We are heartsick for the loss of such a wonderful and kind man.
We will miss Bobby's warmth, sense of fun, and gentle nature. His
Is a huge loss and deep sadness for the entire family.
In deepest sympathy,
Cousin Barb ( Davidson ) MacQuarrie & family
Cathryn De Silva
March 28, 2015
My thoughts are with you at this time. My daughter was on his grade 4 handball team and he was her favorite teacher. I spent the trip back from the East Angus tournament getting to know him and his journey's across Canada. What a wonderful teacher he was to the kids at JFK Elementary. He will be missed immensely. My sincere condolences.
Sandy Malone
March 28, 2015
I will miss seeing his face everyday and looking out for what crazy t-shirt he would be wearing that day. Our hearts are broken at this unexpected loss.
Isabelle plourde
March 28, 2015
Cathryn, Jessica and Matt, my deepest condolences to you. Having met Bob only a few times, my memories are how kind and soft spoken he was. Praying for you in this hard time.
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