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ROBERT PALMER Obituary
Passed away in Toronto, at the age of 70. Son of the late Reginald and Marjorie Palmer. Father of Jessica (Shane) Norup and Adrienne (Kevin) Spafford. Leaves behind three granddaughters – Grace, Chloe and Lauren. Will also be missed by his ex-wife, Julie de Corneille, as well as other family and friends.
A celebration of Rob's life will be held at PINE HILLS CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 625 Birchmount Rd., Scarborough (north of St. Clair Ave. E., 416-267-8229), on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 from 3-4 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m.
Donations in his memory can be made to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT PALMER
27 Entries
September 10, 2016
So sad to hear about Mr. Palmer. He was a great teacher and a great person. Always so kind and always made time to talk and listen to you. He will truly be missed by his family and everyone who knew or was taught by him at SSS. My condolences to the family. Deb ( Baltus) Laidlaw
Lynne Ackland
September 9, 2016
Sending love and light to all the loved ones Mr. Palmer has left behind. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Mr. Palmer was my art teacher for most of my years at SSS. He always encouraged and inspired me to expand my imagination and creativity, never setting limitation on what was possible and for this I am truly grateful. I can just imagine all the wondrous things Mr. P will inspire in the heavens above
Hillary Kent
September 9, 2016
An inspiring teacher, and a wonderful man!
laurie gray
September 9, 2016
Mr. Palmer was an incredible inspiration and an amazing teacher. He knew just the right thing to say to critique your work and still leave you inspired to learn and do more. He was my most favorite treacher of all time. Blessings, prayers and love to his family.
Condolences to the Family.
Mona Dubien McKenna
September 9, 2016
Mr. Palmer was my favorite teacher in High School. He always left me with a positive thought for the day. No matter what time of day it was, he always had the time to listen. Thank you Mr. Palmer for the wonderful years.
Donna Robb Baker
September 9, 2016
Sorry to hear of his passing wasn't a student of his but always heard good things about him rip
Mary Ann (Podger) Bannister
September 9, 2016
Mr. Palmer was someone whom a lot of his former students will not forget. His approach to everyone's individuality of their art technique and interest was one that stays with you. When you talk about art or discuss Streetsville Secondary School; his name is always found in the conversations. Even many years later. He had a way about him that showed a sincere interest in his students' lives, and not just around education. He will be thought of and missed by many. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mary Ann (Podger) Bannister
September 9, 2016
Mr. Palmer was someone whom a lot of his former students will not forget. His approach to everyone's individuality of their art technique and interest was one that stays with you. When you talk about art or discuss Streetsville Secondary School; his name is always found in the conversations. Even many years later. He had a way about him that showed a sincere interest in his students' lives, and not just around education. He will be thought of and missed by many. My sincere condolences to his family.
David Soares
September 8, 2016
Made an impact
Rest in peace
Condolences to the family
Kim Burton Davidson
September 8, 2016
Mr Palmer was one of my favourite teachers. His artistic insights helped me develop my artistic abilities. He was a kind soul that seemed to understand all of us. Rob definitely touched many people throughout his life. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort in knowing he touched many hearts.
Susan Honeyman
September 8, 2016
Mr.Palmer was my first homeroom teacher when I came to Streetsville in grade 9.. and I continued to explore and discover my artistic side throughout my high school career with him.
I think of him as my most influential teacher and will always remember him with a smile.
Thank you Mr.Palmer for all your encouragement throughout the years, you will be sorely missed.
Susan Honeyman (Hutt)
Dayna Shura
September 8, 2016
Mr. Palmer was my Art teacher at SSS and also taught my Dad back in the day. I remember his quiet/calm presence in the classroom. He also encouraged and inspired me to keep doing Art. I am sad to hear of his passing, and send my condolences to his friends and family. He is remembered by many.
Chris Rumley
September 8, 2016
Thank you for being part of my life! xox
Kelli Charky
September 8, 2016
I will never forget Mr. Palmer, who was one of my favourite teachers at SSS. He made me proud of my creative side and instilled in me a lifelong love and respect for art. And was so cool.
L.A. Cabral
September 7, 2016
A wonderful man, a kind spirit.
One who saw Art as truly fundamental, and important in our face paced society.
Will forever remember you Mr. Rob Palmer
I dedicate my "35 Leaves" (Painting) in honour of you. R.I.P. Sir.
Sherry O'Brien
September 7, 2016
Mr. Palmer was my homeroom teacher for several years at SSS during the early 80's. He was endlessly patient with our antics, always smiling, never harsh - a true gentleman. He was also a passionate and devoted artist, who dedicated his career to cultivating, nurturing and encouraging genuine creativity in his students. Between Mr. Palmer and my mentor Bruce Dowdell, I was able to find solace and self-expression in art during those very trying and turbulent years known as adolescence. I am terribly saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. I hope you will take some comfort in knowing that he touched more lives in a positive way than even he could ever have imagined. He made art relevant to students who might otherwise have had a much more limited view of the world and its beauty. There can be few greater gifts....Deepest sympathies, XX
Michelle Welsh
September 7, 2016
Always encouraging and patient with those of us who didnt discover their artistic side until well after high school. Rest in peace
Armando Pereira
September 7, 2016
My condolences. Mr. Palmer was also my high school art teacher. I was a scatterbrained, and emotionally uneven teen then, but I remember how non-judgmental and patient he was with me.
Suzanne Meyer
August 31, 2016
Rob was a real gentleman! A very unique and wonderful human being whom I miss very much! My deepest condolences to the entire family, Suzanne Meyer
Sandra Noel
August 25, 2016
Dear Jessica and family,
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Thinking of you and your family and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your father. Please accept my sincere condolences, Sandra
Hugh Williamson
August 24, 2016
My deepest condolences.Rob was my high school art teacher in the late '70's and early 80's and we remained friends afterward.I continued to paint and his encouragement in my endeavours was greatly appreciated.We also had enjoyable conversations regarding music and photography among other topics.He will be missed.
Robert Wallace
August 24, 2016
My condolences to the family. I think often and with appreciation of the patience, guidance and encouragement Rob showed to me when I was a student of his and am glad for the friendship we knew beyond those days.
August 24, 2016
Deepest sympathy to the family. Myrna
Kelly Galbraith
August 24, 2016
Prayers being offered as Rob begins a new journey and prayers to his family.
August 24, 2016
To Rob's family. Rob and I met at McMaster and in 1968 we lived together in the infamous Estate in Dundas for a year with 3 other very good friends. Rob and I were roommates in the Estate and we shared many fun and unforgettable times over that year and beyond. Rest in peace Rob.
David and Linda
August 23, 2016
My condolences to the family. As my high school art teacher, and later a good friend, Rob believed in me and made a big impact on me growing up. I will never forget that.
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