Robert Hassell

HASSELL, Robert Lloyd (Rob) 1948 - 2010 Robert Hassell passed away peacefully at the Rockyview Hospital on November 22, 2010 after a brief illness at the age of 62 with his brother Carl (Bonnie) at his side and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Alfred and Helen Hassell. Rob was born in Calgary on September 15, 1948. He worked through the VRRI in Calgary for many years. Rob had a great love of football which drew his attention toward the Calgary Stampeders football club where he could be found hanging out with the football players or sharing coffee and stories. Robert also participated in many Special Olympics over the years and showed great sportsmanship in track and field, bowling and swimming. We would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Burns and team as well as Unit 73 staff for their kindness and support over the last few weeks at the Rockyview Hospital as well as the Calgary Stampeders football organization for their support, encouragement and kindness that enriched Robert's life over many years. The family would also like to acknowledge the caring and kindness of the staff at the McKenzie Towne Care Centre where Rob recently resided as well as Gary and Ladonna Tobin. A Funeral Service will be held at Valley View Presbyterian Church, 7655 - 26 Avenue S.W., Calgary on Monday, November 29, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Rob's name directly to the The Vocational & Rehabilitation Research Institute (VRRI), 3304 - 33 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2L 2A6. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting www.leydens.com . Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, RECEPTION & CREMATION CENTRE. Telephone: 403-228-4422.