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Robert Malcolm Obituary
MALCOLM, Robert Park Robert Park Malcolm born January 18, 1941 in Vancouver passed away on August 4, 2010 at Royal Columbian Hospital with his wife of 34 years by his side. He will be deeply missed by his wife Maxine, children Jeff (Karen), Jill, Daren (Ellen), Kim (Warren) and his precious grandchildren Justin, Trevor, Bryce, Chase, Quinn, Devon and James. He is also survived by his brothers Peter (Helen) and Brian (Carol) and many nieces and nephews. Rob lived in Chilliwack with his wife Maxine and their cat Spunky. Papa was especially proud of all his grandchildren and their achievements. Rob spoke so fondly of his childhood days at Camp Artaban. The stories he would tell would seem so vivid in his mind and held many special memories in his heart. Rob's work life involved over 30 years as a broadcaster. He worked for CFUN, CKNW and anchored the late news for BCTV for over 19 years. Other work included owning an Inn in Alberta with his wife Maxine. Rob loved playing scrabble, reading, being with his family, playing golf and of course, watching the golf channel on TV 24 hrs a day. Rob was very smart, kind and had a wonderful sense of humour. His hearty laugh would echo throughout the room. He took great care of his wife and absolutely adored her. Papa will be always be with us in our hearts and we will be together again. We are planning a celebration of life for family and friends to be held on Thursday, August 12th from 1-4 at Meadowlands Golf and Country Club, 47823 Yale Road, Chilliwack. Flowers gratefully declined, however we encourage you to share any stories you have about Rob. He loved to laugh and would find great humour in anything you had to say! McLean's 604-847-3477
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Debbie Parks & Billie Townsend
August 13, 2010
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you at this time and the days ahead. Our deepest sympathy.
Kev -
August 12, 2010
Rob was one of the greatest guys any of us will know. I had the priviledge of being a friend since the mid-70s. He helped me get my start in the TV business. I'd hang out with Rob in the BCTV newsroom and even bring my friends by. He taught me how to write news with crisp, short sentences and cut-out excess wording. The calm, cool, collected man also had a laugh which was warm and friendly. He loved golf and sports and we all have memories of his sparring with McKeach. It's something everyone in TV Land would wait for. It was more interesting than the news or sports. Thanks for the beers we'd pick-up and drink Roberino and the conversations we'd have been gulps. My deepest sympathies got out to to Maxime and all the family. He's truly missed. By me especially.
Tom Jeffries
August 12, 2010
I worked with Robert and his TV pal, John McKeachie, for only a short time, and Robert was kind, accommodating, and funny as heck. I am reminded of how his sincere words of encouragement meant so much to me. Thanks, Robert. My sincere condolences to Mr. Malcolm's family, and many friends.
Alyn Edwards
August 11, 2010
Great memories of working with Rob at BCTV and all the social fun we had together. His sense of humor was as good as his news sense and delivery. Rob will be really missed by Ann and I and all the great folks we knew back then.
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Brett Manlove
August 11, 2010
I was very sorry to hear of Robert's passing and wanted to pass along deepest sympathies from myself and all who knew and worked with Robert here at BCTV/Global BC.
Carole & Craig Campbell
August 11, 2010
Although we didn't know Robert, we have known Peter for many years and are sorry to hear he has lost a sibling. If Robert was anything like Peter, he was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and an inquiring mind.
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August 10, 2010
Gerry Pash
August 10, 2010
Forty eight years ago Rob and I were playing the "Golden Sounds" at CKDA Radio in Victoria. He was the helpful old pro .. three years my senior. One vivid recollection is when we put a very large dent in his Volkswagen Bug one night. It was an new and young world. Kind regards to all those close to him
Bill Wright
August 10, 2010
Rob and I were Scout leaders in New Westminster many years ago. We sat up many a night playing old 45's and talking over the odd beer plotting the next outing. One of our outings was to take the boys canoing down stave lake to Glacier bay. All went well out but back the next day big storm. e made it to a cabin where the owner warmed us up with hot coco. Then offered to tow us down the lake. Which he did. Boys in the boat and Rob and I in the canoe. Rob was in the stern, when the tow started the stern dropped below the water then popped up. There was Rob Bailing like mad with one of the frying pans ( I have pictures). Rob and I laughed all the way down the lake. What memories. I am sad to hear of his passing and would like to pass on my condolences from and old Scout.
Brandie Mol
August 10, 2010
I remember Bumpa from Cultus Lake, he used to live across the lane from my parents. We had many good times and lots of laughs. My heart goes out to Max and his entire family.
Dennis Malamas
August 10, 2010
I remember watching Robert Malcolm read the news on BCTV.I always thought he did a great job.My condolences to the Malcolm
family.
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