WILLIAM H. (ROBBIE) ROBSON

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WILLIAM H. (ROBBIE) ROBSON Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at the age of 90. Survived by his beloved wife, Winnifred Robson (nee Brown), his children Tom, John (m. Barbara) and Patti (m. André Massé), grandchildren Jennifer, Heather, Kathryn, Jasmine and Julia, and great-grandchildren Morgan and Isobel. Born and raised in Dauphin, Manitoba, not far from the homestead settled by his ancestors in the late 1800s. After wartime overseas service in the RCAF, he attended the University of Manitoba graduating with a degree in pharmacy. He then returned to Dauphin with his young family and became a prominent businessman as owner of Robson's Drug Store on Main Street. He retired to Winnipeg and later Ottawa, always remaining close to his family. A man of strong convictions and great dignity, he also gave generously with a quiet charity and respect for others. Proud of his accomplished children, he was also an affectionate and playful grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be missed and celebrated by all who knew him. Service to be held in Ottawa at the National Memorial Centre of Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Avenue, 2:30 p.m., Saturday, February 21. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 21, 2009