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Rodney GALPIN Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Jan. 22, 2015.

GALPIN, Rodney H.
May 29, 1941 – January 18, 2015
Rod is a former resident of Surrey and Delta who was a longtime employee of CP and Canadian Airlines. He had recently moved to 100 Mile House, BC. He is survived by his loving wife Dorothy, son Chet (Emiko) and three grand children. Rod was pre deceased by his son Clint. There will be a graveside service on January 23, 2015 2:00pm at Valley View Cemetery in Surrey, BC. Reception to follow at ABC Country Restaurant, 7380 King George Blvd. 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to the family care of [email protected]

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June 10, 2015

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March 8, 2015

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Garf Stoneberg

June 10, 2015

Was just searching the web to find the old gang from the plating shop at CP and found Rod's obituary. My condolences to you Dorothy and family. He was a good man and I am saddened at his passing.

Helga (Bergen) Sawatzky

March 8, 2015

Dear Dorothy, So sorry to hear about your loss.
With fond memories of the Galpin family,

February 18, 2015

Rod : You were always a pleasure to be around. You always had a happy smile. R.I. P. Tom W

February 11, 2015

Rod was always a gentleman to work with.
Gene Coldwell

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Tim Gibson

February 8, 2015

Hearing of Rod's death brought back a flood of memories.
Rod is very near and dear to my heart. Sunbury Place was a great place and time, Rod and Dorothy were central to that. Fun times were had by all at the Galpin's home, from the pool where dives were invented, projects to join in on, and like Richard said Rod sparked a life long interests, mine is cars, now having antique collection of cars of my own. One of my fondest childhood memories is being part of the Galpin family vacation by motorcycle and trike to 100 Mile House B.C. I fondly remember the great time I had with the Galpin Clan! Rod's humour, friendship and knack for fun provided a great escape and many learning opportunities. My only regret is never saying how important the Galpin's were to me ,providing a fun ,safe diversion.

Rest in Peace "old friend"

Dominic Pace

February 8, 2015

Rest in peace, Rod. You were a good friend while at work and at home.

Art Morrow

February 7, 2015

My condolences to the family. Rod was a
gentleman, and will certainly be missed.

Art Morrow

February 7, 2015

Rod was a good friend and coworker back to CP air,and later C.A.I.L.Our sympathy to the family. Gerry and Esther Hay.

Jack Crerar

February 7, 2015

Many fond memories of Ron while at CP Air!

Mark Bauerlein

February 6, 2015

Rod was a good friend and co-worker at Canadian Airlines. I had the most respect for Rod and he was a mentor to me. You will be missed my friend and take care Dorothy.

February 1, 2015

Thank you so much for calling this evening Dorothy .. Bruce & Judy Crouse , Timberlea, NS

January 26, 2015

just a great guy. you are missed and loved Rod. Happy to have had you in my life. xx Dorothy- Lois+ family

Esther Andreassen-Frick

January 23, 2015

Rod will be missed in many ways, he was a good friend and neighbour for many years.

January 23, 2015

On Sunbury Place in North Delta, back in another time, the Galpins were our neighbours. With many friends for good reason, Rod and Dorothy were down-to-earth, welcoming and loving people. They were an integral part of my Sunbury Place second family and it always seemed like Rod had some fascinating project on the go. With the garage door open and dressed in CP Air coveralls, he could be seen plugging-away on a home reno, an auto restoration, an engine rebuild, a VW trike creation or on one of a multitude of collaborations with brother Vern. For a time, even his dad's old plane was in the garage! How lucky to be a kid growing-up in that neighbourhood indeed. My only regret is that I drank all of his and Jack's beer.
I fondly recollect picking-up his old electric guitar and firing-up the turntable with one of the 'Play Guitar with The Ventures albums.' This stirred keen interest in what has become for me a lifelong hobby.
Tremendous and dear memories, and there are so many more I carry with me everyday.
So thank you Rodney - for our little jam sessions, for including me in the parties and fun, for the inspiration from all of your projects, for putting me right when I was wrong, and most of all for your friendship.

Richard 'SB' Wilson

Beth and Denny Robinson, Doyle

January 22, 2015

We will truly miss a good friend and former neighbour. Rod was always the first to lend a helping hand, sit for a chat and a beer , enjoy a good joke, or head out for a social gathering. Known for his quick wit, great smile and love of vintage cars, he punctuated every conversation with the twinkle in his eyes. I know that his family will miss him greatly. RIP Rod.

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