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Clifford Robinson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2009.

ROBINSON _ Clifford Brian Clifford Brian Robinson, beloved husband of Harriet Tanaka of Calgary, passed away suddenly on January 13, 2009 at the age of 59. Cliff was born on May 15, 1949 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The family moved to several towns in Saskatchewan and Alberta before settling in Claresholm in 1966. From there Cliff moved to Calgary to attend SAIT and worked as a diesel mechanic until he joined the Calgary Fire Department in 1978. He culminated his careers as Captain at No. 10 Station. Cliff loved the great outdoors especially skiing, hiking and scuba diving. Cliff and Harriet enjoyed many adventures together in their travels to Africa, Australia, Central American, and many tropical destinations. Cliff was a dedicated, loving, and caring husbands as well as Harriet's best friend. He was always there to help his family and friends. Cliff was predeceased by his parents Clifford and Adeline Robinson. Cliff will be lovingly remembered by his wife Harriet; sister Rosemary (Nestor, daughter Candace (Marc and children Cassondra and Nicole) and son Trevor (Audrey and children Brandon and Megan); sister Donna (Wayne, son Vince (Cristina), daughter Heather); brother Clayton (Donna, daughter Tamara (Shuane and daughter Victoria)); sister-in-law Veronica (Bob, daughter Lisa, child Kendra); sister-in-law Rosalinde (Ben, daughter Jennifer (Ryan), son Russell). A Memorial Service to celebrate Cliff's life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Centre Street Church, Main Campus, 3900 - 2 Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta. Cliff's family would like to thank the Sunshine Village Ski Patrollers, Snow Hosts, staff and members of the Calgary Fire Department for their care, support and compassion. A very heartfelt thank you from Harriet to Dave Clark and Jasmine Clarke for helping her through the most difficult day of her life. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society (No. 440, 10816 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2J 5N8) or the Veterans Food Bank (No. 1, 4539 - 6 Street N.E. Calgary, Alberta). Cliff will be dearly missed by all who knew him (Save some fresh powder for us Cliff). Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slywka and Patrick Slywka of SLYWKA'S - COCHRANE COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME of Calgary and Cochrane, Alberta. Telephone: 1-403-932-1039.

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18 Entries

Naoko Kitajima

January 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I hope I can help you find the strength to find happiness in your days to come. Sincerely, Naoko From Spalady

Valerie Racz

January 26, 2009

Harriet:
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting Clifford I know from just listening to you talk about him he was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Jack MacKay

January 26, 2009

Harriet,
I am so sorry for your loss, I just received word today from Tony. Please accept my heart felt condolences.

Tony Lamb

January 25, 2009

Harriet...We just returned from vacation and yesterday I sent out an email about hosting a reunion in February of the Calgary Sub Aquatic Club. Unfortunately my first response was a note with the sad news.
However, what good times we all had. The memories will last forever!

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Janice Stoodley

January 25, 2009

My sincere condolences to you and your family, Harriet. Even though I don't know you very well, & met Cliff very briefly when you were shopping one day, my heart goes out to you. I'm sure I speak for all the other ladies at yoga class.
Sincerely, Janice Stoodley

Trinity Brooks

January 23, 2009

I will always be grateful for having the benefit of working with and knowing Cliff. I am a better firefighter and more importantly a better person for having known him. My prayers are with you Harriet

Robin Hayward Bob Edgar

January 22, 2009

Harriet: We were so sorry to hear of Cliff's passing. Our hearts go out to you and his family.
Robin & Bob

Al Vandersteen

January 22, 2009

Dear Robinson Family,
I am so saddened to hear of Cliffie's passing. I am sorry I cannot attend the service but my thoughts are with you at this moment as they have been the past few days. Cliff was well liked and an all round great guy. I am proud to have known him.

Rick Rehn

January 22, 2009

I'm sad for you, Harriet. Cliff so enjoyed your holidays and days off together, whether it was to the tropics or to the Crowsnest. I liked working with Cliff because he was a good fireman and liked people. Praying for you and your family.

Anne Engfer

January 21, 2009

My sincere condolences Harriet, on the sudden passing of your husband and friend. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Your friend, Anne

Debara Bailey

January 21, 2009

Harriet, Jeffrey spoke highly of Cliff, and of you too. And of course, he told many good diving stories shared with all you folks in the Calgary diving community. You and Cliff really lived and loved life! My heart goes out to you during this time. Wishing you strength. Regards, Debara

Jack and Jacqui Pearson

January 21, 2009

With profound sadness we've learned of Cliff's sudden passing.

Our deepest sympathies to Harriet, the families and to Cliff's friends and coworkers with the Calgary Fire Department.

"a kind and gentle manner, a great sense of humour and a happy smile"

A life well lived, you'll be missed.

Loy and Rico Pacheco

January 21, 2009

We're so sorry to hear about Cliff - please know that our thoughts are with you.

Ron Geeraert

January 20, 2009

So sorry to hear of Cliff's sudden passing. My condolences to his wife and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers tonight.

Catherine and Mack Hawthorne

January 20, 2009

My condolences to you Harriet and the Robinson Family. Mack and I remember the good tmes we all had together with the Calgary Sub Aquatic Club and your visits to the island were very much enjoyed.
Catherine and Mack

Jeff Trudeau

January 20, 2009

To the Robinson Family.
My deepest Sympathies.
Cliff,it has been an honour to have known & worked with you,see you later.

Mal Kirkland

January 20, 2009

My heartfelt sympathy.

Al Lawrence

January 20, 2009

A loss that is felt by us all. My heartfelt sympathies to Harriet and family. It was truly an honour to have known Cliff and work with him.
A true professional.

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