Robert Oliver MILLARD

MILLARD, Robert Olive

Robert Oliver Millard was born in
Kenora, Ontario on November 4,
1925 and died peacefully in
Toronto on November 15, 2016
He was a kind and
compassionate gentleman who
was loved by many.
   He grew up in Nova Scotia,
served with the 8th New
Brunswick Huzzars and went
overseas in 1944. Bob attended
Acadia University, after which he
went to sea on the S.S. Vineland
He later published a book called
My Year at Sea.
   His move to Toronto was the
start of an impressive career in
the insurance industry. He
mentored many people and his
joyful personality and sparkling
smile were keys to his success.
   His marriage to Mary Inness in
1953 produced Elizabeth Millard
(Verwey) and Grant Millard and
he welcomed her two children to
their union; Carolyn Gardner
(Callaghan) and David Gardner
(deceased). Bob cherished his
grandchildren (Laura, Paul,
Michael, Corinne), great-
grandchildren (Zach, Jesse
(deceased) Samantha, Gabe,
Jakob, Hazel) and great-great-
grandchild (Wesley).
   Bob and Mary took up sailing in
their 50's and traveled
extensively. In retirement,
winters were spent in Sebring,
Florida and that expanded their
social network.
   Bob hosted Opera Nights at the
Leaside Retirement Residence
where he and Mary moved in
2008. He was a lifelong learner,
avid Shakespeare scholar, and a
lover of limericks.Following the
peaceful death of Mary, Bob met
Dora Dunbar. She was the love
of his life and everyone who saw
them could feel their love. Bob's
generous heart and kind soul will
be missed. A memorial will be
held at a future date.