Robert Montague Dundas

Robert Montague Dundas Aug 17, 1920 - Sept 30, 2017 Survived by his children James, Janet (Kevin ) and Patricia and grandchildren George and Madeline . Predeceased by wife Shirley (2011) and son Hugh (1993). Robert was born in Pelly, Sask, studied at RMC and served in the RC Navy in WW II (Lt. Cdr.) He resumed studying at UBC,P. Eng, and began his career at BC Electric later BC Hydro where he rose to various managerial positions. A lifelong naturalist and environmentalist he created and managed the Environmental Dept of BC Hydro retiring in 1981. He was a VSB Trustee, a past president of the Van. Nat. Hist. Soc., a devout Anglican and an unrepentant Conservative. Upon retirement he returned to education earning a M Eng Lit at UBC between cross continent trips on his Gold Wing and road trips to Banff and beyond on his bicycle. He was a poet, a beekeeper, a birder, and a master gardener cultivating orchids and prize chrysanthemums. He was a passionate Canadian and a lifelong student of the French language. Devoted to his family, he took exemplary care of Shirley and Hugh through devastating illnesses. Through all his interests and accomplishments Robert, a 21st century Edwardian, was best known and loved as a true gentleman and a charming and gifted raconteur. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Service: Thurs Oct 12, 2:00PM, St John's Vancouver, 5350 Baillie St. Vancouver