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1933
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2024
Bob Cole Obituary
Bob Cole, a Hall of Fame hockey commentator who was a mainstay on Canadian hockey broadcasts for 50 years, died April 24 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, at the age of 90.
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Frank G.
May 3, 2024
Hockey Night in Canada on Saturday night was a big deal when we were kids growing up in Fort St. John, BC He was a great announcer and had an outstanding career and life as well.
Elizabeth Bell
April 30, 2024
RIP Mr.Bob
Carson Loveless
April 30, 2024
Condolences to his family
DB
April 30, 2024
May family and friends find comfort during this difficult time of loss.
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RR
April 29, 2024
Such a memorable part of Canadian Hockey, so well known and well loved. Sincere condolences to the Come family, May God be with you all at this difficult time of your loss.
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