Robert Lewis SUNDERLAND

SUNDERLAND, Robert Lewis
With heavy hearts and wonderful memories, we announce that Robert Lewis Sunderland of Edmonton, AB died peacefully at the University Hospital March 15, 2018 at the age of 94.
Robert is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ruth; children, Jerry (Anne), Dorsey (Glenna); Cindy (Jeff); his daughter-in-law Marlee; grandchildren, Kellen, Caitlin, Marshall, Margaret, Spencer, Samantha, Bryce, Nick, Jill and, Morgan; and six great- grandchildren, Jack, Tobey, Graysen, Cayden, Bronwyn and Grayson who were a constant source of enjoyment for him in later life.
Robert was predeceased by his son Ryck in 2016 and grandson Tyler in 2017.
Robert was born in Islay, Alberta and grew up on a farm north of Dewberry. In 1932 he lost his father to a sawmilling accident and became the head of the family at a very early age. He enlisted in the Army and served in Italy, and in northern Europe in World War II. After the war he started a family in Devon, Alberta and subsequently moved to south Edmonton. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping in his home-made tent trailers and later traveled extensively through western Canada and the U.S.A. in his motorhome. He was active in the community as the manager of the local Pleasantview Bantam hockey teams.
Robert chose cremation and interment at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery. He requested no funeral service. In lieu of flowers or donations can be made to the charity of your choice.