William Robson

ROBSON, William George In hospital on Saturday, March 3, 2007, age 87. Beloved husband of Margaret Willms-Robson. Cherished Father of Linda Robson and the late Johnny Robson. Step-Father of John, Susan, Alan, Marion and the late Thomas Willms. Step-Grandfather of Jeffrey, Joanna, Sasha and Sarah Willms. Predeceased by his first wife Maidie (nee Blackburn). His sunny presence endeared him to all. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on August 14, 1919; his family moved to Calgary in 1920. During the 1930s he studied violin and played with several symphonies. In WWII, he served with the RCAF developing radar. After the war, he received a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Alberta. He married Maidie and they moved to Ottawa, where he went on to become Chief of Broadcast Applications Engineering with the Federal Government. He was on the founding committee of the Ottawa Symphony and held the position of Principal 2nd Violin Desk for many years. He remained devoted to the service of the symphony until his death. He and Margaret were wed in 1978. Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Thursday, March 8, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Margaret will be present in the afternoon only. The Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Friday, March 9, 2007 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow. Donations may be made to the Ottawa Symphony or a charity of your choice.