Robert van der Hoop Obituary

van der HOOP, Robert - Passed away on Thursday evening, June 4th, 2009 peacefully in his sleep. Bob has rejoined his wife of nearly 50 years, Jacqueline (nee Keating), who predeceased him and whose absence he felt terribly. He leaves behind his son and daughter-in-law, Jan and Sona, and his three granddaughters Alene, Melanie and Seta. His sunny, gentle and unconditionally loving presence will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Bob is resting at the Oakview Funeral Home, 56 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, followed by a memorial service at 11 and a reception afterwards. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the Sunningdale School Library Fund, 905-844-9941. Online condolences may be made at www.oakviewfuneral.ca.

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Published by Toronto Star on Jun. 8, 2009.

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June 9, 2009

I have such fond memories of Mr. van der Hoop. I first met him when I came to work as a clerk at Metro's Western District Edgehill Office. He was so pleasant to work for, always taking time to guide me through my work. His admiration for the gardens around him and the pleasure he took walking through them was very apparent. He was a wealth of knowledge to all those surrounding him. I thank him for all of his lessons and what I learned from them. I truly enjoyed going to work every day at that location. Mr. van der Hoop will sadly be missed.

Barbara Nocon, Toronto, Ontario

Domenic & Nellie Passero

June 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

John Howard

June 8, 2009

I will always remember the lessons I learned while working with Bob in Metro Toronto. His appreciation of nature and all things beautiful was an inspiration to all who knew him.

David Cusack

June 8, 2009

My condolences to the family. Bob was a good guy.
RIP Bob

Heather and Jim Erskine

June 8, 2009

We shall miss Bob's loving smile and warm presence at the Vanderhoop's dinner table. He was a lovely man and we always enjoyed our visits with him. His presence will live on in Sona and Jan's beautiful gardens - thanks in no small part to Bob.
Love,
Heather and Jim Erskine

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