Robert Walter KETTERER

KETTERER, Robert Walter October 9, 1924 March 1, 2012 It is with deep sorrow in all of our hearts, that we announce the sudden passing of our loving father, who was taken home to Heaven. He was born in Unity, Saskatchewan, always a prairie boy at heart. He was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife of 43 years, Mary Joy and his first born son, Robert. He will be forever in the hearts of his children, Dave (Dianne), Debbie, and Bruce (Kathleen); his grandsons Mathew, Kevin and Jacob; his niece Marie; his honourary daughter Lynn; relatives and faithful friends. Robert, in his early twenties, seeking adventure and a new life for himself, left the prairies and headed west for BC in 1946, where he worked in a sawmill in Prince George. A year later he moved to Vancouver to become a log inspector for the BCFP. His career then took him to Victoria where he met Mary Joy on a blind date at Mings Restaurant and six months later, were married and began their life and family together. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and we could not have asked for any other. He was our Special Pops". He was gentle, patient, generous and compassionate; he wore his heart on his sleeve. He supported and encouraged us throughout our lives and loved us unconditionally until the moment he died. We were so richly blessed to have had a Dad such as him. We and the world have lost an amazing man. Robert was always willing to help others in his own unique ways; give a hand wherever it was needed. We all so admired and respected him for who he was. He was a committed volunteer for years with Compassionate Warehouse, Mediland and a faithful sponsor with World Vision for over 30 years, desiring to make a difference in the lives of children. We believe he did. He was a man who knew and placed his faith in a loving God. His life, to us, was a testimony to such a faith. We want to say Thank You to ALL at Christ the King and Church of the Nazarene, who nurtured his faith; you know who you are.so Bless you. Robert had such a positive outlook and attitude toward life. He was a going concern at 87, so active, social and interested in everything. Family always came first though and then his adorable dog, Silah forever at his side, bringing him much joy and comfort. It is these relationships that mattered most to Dad. He will be forever cherished and loved. We pray that the echo of his giggle" resounds in your hearts and bring a smile to your face in the coming days. We do love you Dad; all our love; all our lives". Dave, Debbie, Bruce and families. A private family service is forthcoming. However, friends are cordially invited to pay respects at a visitation being held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive on Wednesday, March 7, 2010 between 4 pm and 5 pm. Donations in Robert's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. 650604