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ROBERT LEONARD GUSTAFSON
Born: May 18, 1946
Date of Passing: May 25, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT LEONARD GUSTAFSON
After a life well lived, Bob passed away suddenly and quietly at home one week after his 80th birthday.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Vivian, daughters, Betta (James), Moira, and grandsons, Graeme and Sean. He also leaves his sister Shirley, nephew Denis, niece Wendy (Jeremiah), great-nephew Liam, great-niece Ellie, and many beloved in-law relatives.
Born in Nelson, British Columbia, Bob met and married Vivian in Whitehorse, Yukon, in 1970. They embarked on a life together guided by the mantra "Why not?", embracing new experiences with a spirit of adventure.
Bob was devoted to his family, friends and to the care of others. As a husband, he was thoughtful and deeply loving. As a father, he guided with kindness, patience, and quiet example. As a grandfather, he experienced pure joy in playtime when they were little, and pride in watching them grow.
Bob was a dedicated physician, first working as a family doctor in Middleton, Nova Scotia, before taking an opportunity to practice emergency medicine in the United Arab Emirates. He later specialized as an anaesthetist, working predominantly at the Misericordia and Grace Hospitals in Winnipeg. Toward the end of his medical career, he worked as a Medical Advisor for the Workers Compensation Board in Winnipeg and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.
Beginning in his early forties, Bob’s life was marked by significant medical conditions including heart disease and diabetes. In more recent years, Parkinson’s Disease created a new set of challenges which he endured with patience and resilience.
Bob’s life spoke volumes through quiet acts of service, generosity, and love. He touched many lives without seeking recognition and leaves behind a legacy of compassion, integrity and strength.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Avenue.
Your presence and support mean the most. If you would like to honour Bob with a gift, a donation may be made to Parkinson Canada.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 30, 2026
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family. - Posted by: Paolo & Rosa Pesce (()) on: Jun 01, 2026
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My sincere condolences to Vivian and the girls and all the family .I sure have alot of memories of Bob and lots of family gatherings.I will always remember coming to Middleton and taking the Honda civic to tour Prince Edward Island .Just one of many that I will never forget .Bob was such a gentle kind man and will hold his memories forever.Rest in peace 🙏 - Posted by: Michelle hazelton (Family friend) on: May 30, 2026
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Dear Vivian, Our condolences. As I was Bob's program director in Anesthesia I worked with him when her first moved to Winnipeg. He was first rate and a very composed and good physician. I don't have an address or email to contact you or to note to the Parkinson's org. You might wish to add that to the information. Bob. Thanks. Bill Pope - Posted by: Dr. Bill Pope (Friend and teacher in residency) on: May 30, 2026
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Met Bob many years ago. He was a king and gentle man. - Posted by: Terrence Willerton (Friend) on: May 30, 2026
