Robert Lyle "Bob" Peacock

Robert Lyle "Bob" Peacock

Robert Peacock Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun from Jun. 21 to Jun. 23, 2006.
PEACOCK _ Robert Lyle Bob was born on December 31, 1932 in Vancouver to James and Esther. He passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in the early morning of Thursday, June 15, 2006, surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his loving wife Donna (nee Mulligan), Bob will be deeply missed by his devoted family, daughter Sheila, son David, daughter-in-law Nobue and granddaughter Sonia. Bob was close to his twin brother Sid, sister-in-law Marie, sister-in-law Doris, brother-in-law Dave, sister-in-law Mary Ann and many nieces, nephews, family and friends; he was the most loving, generous, thoughtful and supportive man. He was a life-long teacher, as well as student. After graduating from Lord Byng High School, he studied Forestry, Commerce and Education at UBC. Bob chose teaching as a career, touching thousands of students and colleagues in Vancouver as a classroom teacher, as a counsellor and as the Business Education Coordinator for the Vancouver School Board. After retiring, he continued to work as a sought-after volunteer for many organizations including the Retired Teachers Association, the Vancouver Heritage Foundation, the BC Tour Guides Association and more. He loved the city and could tell the best stories about Vancouver's history, neighbourhoods and characters. Bob worked hard as the Assistant Returning Officer for Vancouver Quadra for both the provincial and federal elections. He was happy making many plans when we suddenly lost him. The family wishes to thank everyone for their support. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Camp Byng Development Fund, c/o Scouts Canada, 664 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1, would be appreciated. Dad was active in Scouting and he was proud of all the work that Mom did to preserve Camp Byng. A service to celebrate Bob's life will be held on Monday, June 26 at 2:00 pm, at St. Phillip's Anglican Church, 3737 West 27th Avenue in Vancouver.

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John Kwekkeboom

February 19, 2024

Feb 19, 2024: I first met Bob Peacock in (mid-1980s) at a Business Education conference. We connected immediately and were on the "same page" on so many emerging programs. He and my publisher, McGraw-Hill, arranged for me to present workshops on "Consumer Education" to BC Bus Educ teachers. I just learned today of his passing and send my belated condolences to his family and friends. I am forever grateful to Bob for his friendship (we communicated into the 1990s) and support, especially recommending to the BC Ministry the province-wide purchase of my textbook (Business Today: An Introduction). Sincerely, John D. Kwekkeboom (Ontario).

Daryl Cunnington

July 16, 2006

My first contact with Bob was on the Province complaint desk in the mid 50's, then Doug Tyson got us together again at the Quadra Riding Office of Elections Canada for the 97 Federal election, he as ARO (Assistant Returning Officer), I as AC (Automation Coordinator), We repeated this in the 2004 and 2006 elections. Bob was a great inspiration and pleasure to work with at all times. He was always a fount of BC history and geography knowledge, easy to see how he won the newspaper trivia contest. Bob, you were greatly appreciated and will be truly missed by all your election colleagues.

Doug Telford

July 14, 2006

I worked with Bob in the Quadra Riding Elections Canada Office the last two elections -- A great, hard working, dedicated Guy -- office door always open and always there to help and give advice. He will be missed and rembered, Doug Telford

Maureen Tomsich

June 21, 2006

I send my deepest sympathy to all Bob´s family. I worked with him at the Vancouver School Board however I knew both Bob and Sid before we went to school. Bob was a tireless and devoted educator, one who obviously carried his committment to be of service to others long after his retirement. I am so sorry not to be in Vancouver as I will miss honouring his memory at the service.

Sincerely,

Maureen Tomsich

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