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BORN
April 16, 1931
DIED
September 16, 2016
Robert Webb Obituary
bob was born to Anne and Les Webb in Davidson, Sask. Bob's only sibling was his beloved big brother, Jim.
Bob's love of nature started early with his years as an avid boy birdwatcher. As a high school athlete in Regina, he excelled at basketball, football and curling.
After receiving his Honours Degree in Zoology from UBC, Bob embarked on a career in wildlife biology. As one of the first biologists with Alberta Fish and Wildlife, Bob developed a love of the land and formed many lifelong friendships. He was instrumental in developing early wildlife management programs.
Moving with the family to Manitoba, he became Chief of Game and Fur Management.
Bob embarked on the next phase of his career - environmental consulting - in the early 1970s. He founded his own successful company with offices in Richmond and Calgary, mainly conducting environmental impact assessments for the oil and gas industry.
Bob was known to all as a valued family man, friend, biologist, fisherman, hunter, curler, pilgrim, gardener, mentor - all around great guy.
Bob and Orma travelled to many parts of the world, including a Mediterranean cruise last May.
Bob was awarded a lifetime membership to the Richmond Curling Club as thanks for his many years devoted to organizing junior curling. He enjoyed mixed and masters curling. During the last few years Bob had great success in "Over 80" bonspiels. He just loved his 'old guys'.
Left with wonderful memories are Orma, his wife of 60 years, daughter Tanis, son Scott, grandson Drew, granddaughter Richelle, loving nieces and nephews, great friends and special neighbours.
Bob felt he had led a fulfilling life. He expressed his wish to have a 'wake' at the Richmond Curling Club as a 'loving and laughing' celebration of his life: Thursday, September 29 at 2 p.m. 5540 Hollybridge Way, Richmond BC
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Webb
9 Entries
Doug Mead
March 31, 2017
Orma, I'm so sorry that I procrastinated too long and didn't get a chance to meet with you and Bob to talk about fishing, work in the North and current environmental issues. I just discovered his obituary today. I hope you are doing well. It has to be very tough. Judy and I recently moved to Langley.
Tammy Veltkamp
October 1, 2016
Dear Orma, Tanis, and Scott & family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He always had a kind word, a supporting comment, or a great big laugh in our many conversations, many years ago. I will always remember him fondly. My sincerest condolences at his passing; my thoughts are with you all.
Tom and Holly Wilkinson
October 1, 2016
Orma and family. We are so saddened to hear of Bobs passing. Bob was aways around to help out at the curling club and was a great friend and mentor.
Elise Duggan (Leowski)
September 29, 2016
Orma and family, so sorry for your loss. Orma, I didn't get a chance to say Hi today but I just wanted to say that you both were such wonderful mentors and supporters during my junior curling days. Bob will be fondly remembered by all of us kids whose love of curling is a direct result of his hard work.
Sheila McHugh
September 28, 2016
Orma and family,
We are saddened to hear of Bob's death. He always had a warm smile for us and was so patient with the Junior Curlers. As our son Iain said "he kept me in line". He will be missed.
I will be out of town and unable to attend his "wake".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
September 28, 2016
Bob was my curling mentor during my high school years. Taught me everything there was to know about the game. The man had an unimaginable amount of patience and I remember him best for his soft spoken and kind demeanor. A real stand up guy. My condolences to Orma and family.
September 27, 2016
Orma and family,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I was very fortunate to have worked and played with Bob, he was one of the nicest guys I ever met. Loved curling with him,great skip
Bob and Val Geddes, Winnipeg
Maureen Roy
September 25, 2016
We are very sad to hear about Bob. We absolutely loved curling and laughing with him Friday nights at the club. He was such a nice guy. Our deepest condolences to Orma and the rest of his family. We are traveling in the maritimes right now otherwise we would have definitely been at the curling club to celebrate his life
Randy and Mo Roy
Carolyn McKay
September 23, 2016
So sorry Orma and family. I loved his sense of humor. Sincere condolences.
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