1954 ~ 2018
It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Husband, Father, and brother Robert at his home on Friday, July 6, 2018.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years Doreen, daughter Dana (Ryan) Heroux and his grand-puppies Baylee, Charlee and Hank, brother in-law Ken Swaikoski, brothers Ricky Brown, Tom Jr. (Darlene), Tim (Valerie), and Kelly (Jess) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Elizabeth and sister Rita Brown.
Dad was born in Whitemouth, MB on April 16, 1954. He began his career working for MB Hydro, he then began working as a mechanic for various companies Century Motors, Canadian Tire, and Ford Motor Companies, as well as teaching mechanics in various Northern Communities. His last few years were spent in construction with Manshield.
Dad enjoyed the outdoors, building hot rods, snowmobiling and drag racing with his daughter Dana and working alongside his best friend and love of his life Doreen. There was not one thing they couldn’t do together. He also enjoyed the many garage sales, auctions and bargain finds with his great friends Wayne and Fran James.
We would like to send a special thank you to sisters in-law Kim (Bert) de Bruijn, and Deb Bryk and niece Stacey Regula for helping with dad’s care during his time of need; as well as to the Beausejour and Oakbank RCMP Detachments and EMS for all the care shown to our dad and family.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour. In honour of my dad, if you have a hot rod or favorite old car, bring it for a cruise.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert’s memory may be made to the Winnipeg Boxer Rescue www.winnipegboxerrescue.com.
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Darlene Wolkowski
Doreen and Dana….we were very sad to hear of your loss. I will always remember Bob as being a very kind and gentle man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. And may the many wonderful memories of Bob and the love of family and friends surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
From Darrell and Darlene Wolkowski and family
Glen bukoski
Worked with Bob at Canadian Tire, Selkirk. Best guy ever! Rest in peace my friend.
David Hudson
I worked with Robert for 10 years and not only did he work with integrity, if I got into an altercation he would come stand behind me to my left. Employees like that are hard to find and I just hope that as I mature, I am that example of guardianship to the people I have the privilege to work with.
David Hudson
Chris Sousa
I worked with Bob while at Manshield. Bob was such a wealth of knowledge, and amazingly beautiful soul. We’d have such great conversations; I could listen to his stories for ever.
I think of you often when and reminisce of our work days together with all the laugher. You are missed, my friend. Until we meet again.